*SIGH* Why do people get dogs????-Rant

[shihtzulover850]

okay there is some shade not alot. a lot of days the only exercise she gets is walking on the porch which is small and being let out for potty. she has water and a small pool but she is still large and doesn't get much exercise. she is on there all day. she tries to jump out and does escape at times. but I just don't like seeing her confined like that. she is in good shape but is overweight and gets little exercise. sorry for confusing. they love her but not like you love sassy or molly or charlie or anyone elses dog. the yard isn't fenced and she isn't tied. she is well trained but... you know

[Jessika]

All I am saying is that from a legal point of view, nothing can be done.

The only thing it seems like is they don't have AS much time for her as you would like to see. Have you talked with them, offered to maybe walk her for them a few times a day while they are at work? I agree if you don't have time for a dog, definitely do not get a puppy, but from what you described she does not seem abused, maybe a LITTLE neglected, but the family does still pay SOME attention to her, correct? That is what you said, anyway.

In any case, maybe talk with the family, offer to walk her for them. That will also get her some exercise she needs.

I don't think they realize it, I do think the family loves the dog and is caring for her, but maybe dont' realize just how MUCH attention she really needs.