This is a story of hope ... and one of extreme frustration and anger as well. Cassie was recently rescued by The Chance Foundation after several attempts had been made to get animal control to address a deplorable situation.
Cassie, an American Staffordshire Terrier, had lived her two young years tied to the end of a short chain. The fact that she had a dilapidated dog house as shelter, apparently by Virginia law, is enough to be considered humane. We strongly disagree, and were sickened to learn that three of Cassie's five puppies had literally frozen to death, the last of the three during the night after animal control had stopped by to assess the situation.
We had to do something to prevent Cassie and her two remaining puppies from encountering the same, horrific fate. We were able to purchase them from their previous owner, and Cassie and pups are now - finally - enjoying knowing what it is like to be loved, cared for and warm.
Cassie's puppies were born on approximately 1/1/2012, and will be available for adoption on 3/1/2012. We are hoping to find Cassie a wonderful new home as well. She is very sweet and so appreciative of the people who are caring for her and her pups.
It's mind boggling to try and comprehend how some people think that it is OK to treat Cassie and pups the way there were being treated. We pray that something can be done to keep this from happening to other unfortunate, innocent dogs. Please stand with us in this effort. Like and Share this story with others. Spread the word about Cassie and her pups ... the ones who now have a chance ... and the ones who froze to death while their owners and authorities looked on.
I don't know how many times I have to say it. Dogs are not outside pets. DOGS ARE NOT OUTSIDE PETS. If you can't keep a dog inside, you should not have a dog. Period.
How is it even a pet when you leave them on a chain 24/7? You're not living any different than before, other than taking food and water out, like a chore, to the animal. It's just another thing you have.
Thankfully, these people had enough sense to sell the dogs. There are so many more than just won't do that.
Posted by: April | 01/15/2012 at 02:41 PM
Unfortunately there are people who aren't able to love. Dogs mean nothing to them. Thank goodness you were able to save the three. They are gorgeous.
I have a suggestion for names.
Since they're winners and brothers, I suggest naming the black & white ELI and the brown & white Peyton.
Posted by: Brenda Warren | 02/09/2012 at 08:17 PM