01/09/2024
Update: i did go back by once roads were passable and dog on chain and cats in cage were not there and appeared to have been brought inside 😉
Update 1/10: talked to owner further today and they declined need for help or a dog house, stating they have plans to bring him inside when it gets colder. This is great news! There are closer to 50 cats there (loose) and all look healthy and many friendly. Their other dogs i saw are healthy and plump, few select animals on property under weight. Explained rescues are actively reaching out to community to assist in dog and cat shleter, straw, traps and food. They did accept my number , should they or anyone else need assistance.
That being said, this is a never ending issue and requires patience, time, and finesse. There are 3 more dogs needing shelter prior winter. 2 stray aussies pups and 1 stray dog James Sprag posted earlier in Choctaw. There is no place for them to go and neighbors can't afford to help them. Donated food and dog houses woukd be greatly appreciated.
Update: I have dog food to donate and several offers on a dog house and possibly some help with shelters for cats, which are greatly appreciated! I will make contact with owners again tomorrow and hopefully they will allow me to assist them with the shelter and then i can get back with everyone.
$jlscan50 cash-app for donations. Thank you again!
I was in area and recalled this dog from last yr who lives tied to a tree, thin, little to no shelter. Stopped by and owner agreeable for me putting straw out for him. But... he needs a dog house and food and water. Video in comments. There is a 4inch gap in back wind blows straight through. There are multiple cats on property and 3-4 cat living in an open cage with no shelter or provisions i could see but not certain. I believe that is hay the horse is eating... older man in home said he was doing okay and didn't need anything.
We are not looking to remove any animals, just help improve their living conditions and care if they allow.
Van Buren county.
1- need a dog house
2- need help with cats and with owner permission
3 need help getting them food.