Tethered or Chained DOGS
posted Jul 03, 2010 by dustin
Passive cruelty. Neglect. Ignorance. These are all terms that can be used to describe the act of leaving a dog on a rope or chain, or even in a yard alone and isolated, for long periods.
Dogs, like humans, are social creatures and require the companionship of their "pack." Without the benefit of companionship and socialization it accords, dogs can become neurotic, depressed or aggressive.
Dogs are social creatures who need to be part of a family. Banishing them to life on a chain is cruel and dangerous.
Left alone and exposed, dogs will become fearful, aggressive, anxious and desperate, putting anyone who comes close at risk.
Left alone for hours, days and months on a chain can cause immense psychological damage to the dog. As well, a tethered dog can become tangled and choke to death.Bring the dog back into the family
Who Put the Dog Out?
Passive cruelty. Neglect.Ignorance.
These are all terms that can be used to describe the act of leavinga dog on a rope or chain, or even in a yard alone and isolated, for long periods. Dogs, like humans,are social animals and requirethe companionship of their“pack.” Without the benefit of companionship and the socialization it accords, dogs can become neurotic, depressed or aggressive.“A lot of people don’t know this, and so that’s why education around the issue of tethered dogs is so important,” says Kim Monteith, regional animal welfare supervisor nfor the BC SPCA. Monteith offers insight into the most common reasons people tether their dogs: Forgotten dog Dogs acquired as puppies tend to receive a lot of attention from their families, but that attention sometimes wanes as the pet gets older. Suddenly, saysMonteith,it’sno longer “cute” when little Rover jumps up, and rather than invest time into training, the dog is banished to the back yard, where,
unfortunately, his manageable behavioural problems become increasingly unmanageable through neglect. Throwback dog.How mom and dad or grandma and grandpa housed their dog is probably not relevant today. As
our social and cultural attitudes shift toward seeing pets as sentient beings with social needs similar to our own, so should our actions, says Monteith. A well-adjusted dog is one who is regularly exposed to a variety of situations, people, sights, smells,sounds and activities. Dogs who are tethered are not well-adjusted and in fact are statistically nearly threetimes as likely to bite as a dog who is not kept on a tether.The protector pet The BC SPCA strongly discourages people from acquiring a dog to protect property and recommends that they install an alarm system instead. Dogs are sentient beings with physical, social and psychological needs that are rarely met when they are banished
outdoors to protect property.In addition to the strong animal welfare concerns associated with tethering dogs, outdoor dogs rarely make good protectors as they ar not bonded with their family and are often chained to a particular part of the yard and cannot approach strangers.So how can people put an end
to the plight of tethered dogs? Monteith believes people who acquire pets generally wish to do right by them, and just may not know how. She offers these tips for people with tethered dogs: If you acquired your dog for protection, remember that an indoor, well-cared for pet is likely to bark if a stranger approaches his “pack.” Providing your dog with care and attention is not only the
right thing to do, but he will also help protect the family by barking if an unknown person approaches the home.If you keep your dog outsideon a tether because his behaviour is problematic, consult a trainer who can help you help him rejoin your family. There is a wealth of information available on different
types of training, and if one method doesn’t work, another one just may.If your dog is chained because he escapes by digging under or jumping over your fence, bury chicken wire along the bottom of your fence to prevent digging or install a fence topper at a 45-degree angle so he can’t jump over top. Also, ensure
your dog is neutered as a neutered dog is less likely to stray.If your dog is chained because you don’t have enough time for him or your circumstances have changed and your health or schedule prevents you from giving him the attention he requires, consider using the services of a dog walker or doggie daycare. If your job permits,bring him to work with you; take him on errands if the weather is
cool; try to combine some of the activities you already do, like taking the kids to soccer practice, with spending time with your dog.Finally, if you still feel you have no option but to chain your dog, it’s time to revisit the reason you acquired him. A life on a chain is no life at all.
No Chained Dogs!!
I wish someone could tell me what it is that I've done wrong, Why I have to stay chained up and left alone so long.
They seemed so glad to have me when I came here as a pup. There were so many things we'd do while I was growing up.
They couldn't wait to train me as a companion and as friend. They told me they would never fear being left alone again.
The children said they'd feed me, said they'd brush me every day, they'd play with me and walk me, if only I could stay.
But now the family hasn't time. They often say I shed. They wont allow me in the house, not even to be fed.
The children never walk me. They always say, "Not Now!" I wish that I could please them. Won't someone tell me how?
All I have is love, you see, I wish they would explain, why they said they wanted me then left me on a chain.
DS
HISTORY CODE OF ETHICS GUARANTEE STANDARD
WHY A DOG MEMBERSHIP MERCHANDISE DEARLY DEPARTED
posted Jul 03, 2010 by dustin
Passive cruelty. Neglect. Ignorance. These are all terms that can be used to describe the act of leaving a dog on a rope or chain, or even in a yard alone and isolated, for long periods.
Dogs, like humans, are social creatures and require the companionship of their "pack." Without the benefit of companionship and socialization it accords, dogs can become neurotic, depressed or aggressive.
Dogs are social creatures who need to be part of a family. Banishing them to life on a chain is cruel and dangerous.
Left alone and exposed, dogs will become fearful, aggressive, anxious and desperate, putting anyone who comes close at risk.
Left alone for hours, days and months on a chain can cause immense psychological damage to the dog. As well, a tethered dog can become tangled and choke to death.Bring the dog back into the family
Who Put the Dog Out?
Passive cruelty. Neglect.Ignorance.
These are all terms that can be used to describe the act of leavinga dog on a rope or chain, or even in a yard alone and isolated, for long periods. Dogs, like humans,are social animals and requirethe companionship of their“pack.” Without the benefit of companionship and the socialization it accords, dogs can become neurotic, depressed or aggressive.“A lot of people don’t know this, and so that’s why education around the issue of tethered dogs is so important,” says Kim Monteith, regional animal welfare supervisor nfor the BC SPCA. Monteith offers insight into the most common reasons people tether their dogs: Forgotten dog Dogs acquired as puppies tend to receive a lot of attention from their families, but that attention sometimes wanes as the pet gets older. Suddenly, saysMonteith,it’sno longer “cute” when little Rover jumps up, and rather than invest time into training, the dog is banished to the back yard, where,
unfortunately, his manageable behavioural problems become increasingly unmanageable through neglect. Throwback dog.How mom and dad or grandma and grandpa housed their dog is probably not relevant today. As
our social and cultural attitudes shift toward seeing pets as sentient beings with social needs similar to our own, so should our actions, says Monteith. A well-adjusted dog is one who is regularly exposed to a variety of situations, people, sights, smells,sounds and activities. Dogs who are tethered are not well-adjusted and in fact are statistically nearly threetimes as likely to bite as a dog who is not kept on a tether.The protector pet The BC SPCA strongly discourages people from acquiring a dog to protect property and recommends that they install an alarm system instead. Dogs are sentient beings with physical, social and psychological needs that are rarely met when they are banished
outdoors to protect property.In addition to the strong animal welfare concerns associated with tethering dogs, outdoor dogs rarely make good protectors as they ar not bonded with their family and are often chained to a particular part of the yard and cannot approach strangers.So how can people put an end
to the plight of tethered dogs? Monteith believes people who acquire pets generally wish to do right by them, and just may not know how. She offers these tips for people with tethered dogs: If you acquired your dog for protection, remember that an indoor, well-cared for pet is likely to bark if a stranger approaches his “pack.” Providing your dog with care and attention is not only the
right thing to do, but he will also help protect the family by barking if an unknown person approaches the home.If you keep your dog outsideon a tether because his behaviour is problematic, consult a trainer who can help you help him rejoin your family. There is a wealth of information available on different
types of training, and if one method doesn’t work, another one just may.If your dog is chained because he escapes by digging under or jumping over your fence, bury chicken wire along the bottom of your fence to prevent digging or install a fence topper at a 45-degree angle so he can’t jump over top. Also, ensure
your dog is neutered as a neutered dog is less likely to stray.If your dog is chained because you don’t have enough time for him or your circumstances have changed and your health or schedule prevents you from giving him the attention he requires, consider using the services of a dog walker or doggie daycare. If your job permits,bring him to work with you; take him on errands if the weather is
cool; try to combine some of the activities you already do, like taking the kids to soccer practice, with spending time with your dog.Finally, if you still feel you have no option but to chain your dog, it’s time to revisit the reason you acquired him. A life on a chain is no life at all.
No Chained Dogs!!
I wish someone could tell me what it is that I've done wrong, Why I have to stay chained up and left alone so long.
They seemed so glad to have me when I came here as a pup. There were so many things we'd do while I was growing up.
They couldn't wait to train me as a companion and as friend. They told me they would never fear being left alone again.
The children said they'd feed me, said they'd brush me every day, they'd play with me and walk me, if only I could stay.
But now the family hasn't time. They often say I shed. They wont allow me in the house, not even to be fed.
The children never walk me. They always say, "Not Now!" I wish that I could please them. Won't someone tell me how?
All I have is love, you see, I wish they would explain, why they said they wanted me then left me on a chain.
DS
HISTORY CODE OF ETHICS GUARANTEE STANDARD
WHY A DOG MEMBERSHIP MERCHANDISE DEARLY DEPARTED