Written by PETA
Because it's cold. And the situation for dogs who are kept chained outside as if they were some kind of furry lawn ornament is drastic. If you want to do something to help so-called "back yard" dogs in your area, we've got some great resources here. And we also have a nice little "unchain a dog" pack so you can remind people that if they're unable to take a dog into their home, they shouldn't be getting a dog in the first place.
And now, Loretta Lynn:
Re. Lizzybean. Chaining a dog is one of the cruelest punishments imaginable for social animals who need and deserve companionship, exercise, and mental stimulation. Dogs who spend 24 hours a day, 7 days a week chained outside are extremely vulnerable to the elements and to predators. They cannot seek shelter from rain, snow, or any other extreme weather conditions. For more information on the issue please see our website www.peta.org/.../chaining-dogs.aspx.
Yes because we all know that out in the wild dogs have central heating, they are defiantly better off running around then they are in a dog house, with adequate food and water. if you don't have a fence, why would you just let your dog run around?
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