You know.. I am not one to rant on Social Media. I honestly do not like to be in the spotlight like this but need to say my piece. Ever since July 10th when the neglect story broke it has been a firestorm on our FB pages, our friendships and in our households. Mostly though in our hearts. I too have had a hard time believing anyone I know, could ever abuse or neglect an animal. I am aware that there are those of you that have a valid argument that these are only allegations, nothing has been proven. You are 100 percent right they are only allegations but the fact still remains that these dogs were seized on charges of neglect and two have died. The reports are available to see to anyone that wants them. With that being said...those public documents do give the news story merit do they not? No one seems to be denying that part that’s for sure. At the very least those precious babies deserved protection, shelter, food and water. They rely on us humans for their basic care, love and safety. In the most simplistic of ways, these animals were failed miserably. Most people go above and beyond that basic care. I for one sleep with 4 Chihuahuas and the occasional Dane. Not because I have to but because I love them with all my heart. They are my friends, my companions.. my family. I see tons of photos of you my friends reading this, snuggling, cuddling, kissing and nuzzling your babies. You love them with all your being. This is normal, natural for us. But not for those whose dogs ended up in Emergency Foster care, confiscated due to what I and lots of others consider horrific conditions. Regardless of what truths may or may not come out in the end of this tragic story, the responsibility and shame lie then and now with the accused. The dogs did not become starved, sick, gaunt, emaciated and infected overnight. Pressure sores happen from being kenneled for extended periods of time with no cushions or padding or put into overcrowded conditions(cages to small) that constantly push them against bars of those same cramped places. Those rescued are suffering from such wounds. Yet we are asked to believe there was no wrong doing by those accused, that they were victims too? Seriously??? This group is not gullible or susceptible to any more deception. Obviously the claims of educated, compassionate owners with years of experience was then and still remains as such... utter bull. So many people were listed as friends but were not asked for help, were not notified there was a problem, not ever given a hint as to what was unfolding. Was it pride? Was it stupidity? Was it shame or simply lack of caring on the accused part? We will probably never know the truth at face value. I for one am still reeling at the façade that was in place, that effortlessly flawless performance that fooled all of us for the longest time. But does it even matter now? The end result is still horrific. Tragically there remains two dead dogs and a lifetime of emotional scars for those fortunate enough to come through the other side of this horror story. Dogs and people alike. We are supposed to believe this might have been a setup. Or someone had it in for someone else? I have heard “ the dogs did not look that way when they were last seen”. Really? Really???? That’s all you got? I for one am short.. not stupid.. so get your S’s straight. If someone else did this…. Shame on the accused for they are the heartless people that left their babies in harm’s way? They looked good when you last saw them? Either glasses are in order to see or there was a large lapse of time in checking on them. Either way your denial insults my intelligence. Essentially what needs to happen is owning up to the responsibility or lack thereof. This is on you.. the accused. You let these babies down. Your actions hurt them, neglected them, starved them and ultimately killed them. Directly…. or indirectly as you profess, it belongs to you.. own it. You won’t get respect back or the lost friendships that you did not care about in the first place but perhaps you might be able to look yourself in the mirror someday without the loathing other people see. Maybe just maybe you can find it within yourself to admit the role you played. I am not judging you.. not my place. However, your actions? Yeah I am all over it. Shame on you.
Posted on: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 01:21:08 +0000
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