Originally posted by dukedogsmom
Poor dog! Ask the elderly owner how they'd like being chained to the bed and outside, at that. Too bad you don't know anyone that can make that poor dog go "poof" and give it a good home. Maybe you can volunteer to at least give the poor thing a bath and give it some loving and attention? That is so sad.
As much as you & I would like to be rude to someone in this situation it is best to not. If you scare her or make her mad she may either take it out on the animal or not let anyone help her.
When dealing with animals in need it is always best to grin & bear it until after the problem is resolved. Just bite your tongue and be as helpful as possible.

But yeah, maybe you can help her out. You say she is older, maybe she can't properly brush or bathe the dog due to arthritis or the like. She may not be able to walk the dog due to her age or health. And also she may be used to how it was back in the day, when most folks just kept their dogs outdoors with not much attention or care.