Woman Arrested For Mistreating Dog…
“NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – Humane law enforcement agents of the ASPCA arrested a Queens woman accused of animal neglect.
Acting on an anonymous complaint, ASPCA agents went to the residence of 47-year-old Ana Herra and found a female mixed breed dog named Julie, who was in “terrible condition.”
According to Joseph Pentangelo, the Assistant Director for Humane Law Enforcement at the ASPCA, when authorities came upon the dog, she was “very weak” and “in need of medical attention.”
Pentangelo told 1010 WINS Saturday that the dog had to be euthanized after having a physical exam at Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital.
“Her health was very compromised and she had not had veterinary attention in a long period of time,” he said.
Herra was charged with one count of misdemeanor animal cruelty. She faces up to one year in jail and/or a $1,000 fine.
“Animals do depend on us for their care and nobody has to own a pet. But if you do own a pet, you should recognize the responsibility and there are laws that involve that responsibility,” Pentangelo said.”
Extracted from: http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/03/12/queens-woman-accused-of-keeping-dog-in-terrible-condition/
It is terrible how people mistreat animals that they have taken in as pets. Animals cannot voice their discomfort, nor can they do much to get out of their situation. On our part, it is only right to give basic attention and care to those whom we have CHOSEN to bring under our roof.
I feel very sorry for the dog that was mistreated by this lady who was supposed to take care of her. Neighbours in Corona had called the ASPCA to report a matted dog. A dog only becomes matted when it has been neglected – the dog’s natural long hair would get tangled and stick together… a little like dreadlocks.
This neglected dog, Julie, was a mixed breed dog around 10-12 years old… and she was so weak that she was unable to stand.
Like all of our pets, Julie deserves a happy home and a loving, responsible owner – especially since she didn’t choose to be in this particular home. A lot of people think that they are doing the dogs a favour by taking care of them. It’s quite the opposite. Animals teach us patience, loyalty and friendship.
According to ASPCA, “Julie was moved to the ASPCA’s Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital after Herra relinquished control of her to the ASPCA. Just a few hours after her admission, Julie was ‘humanely’ euthanized because of her compromised health.”
I do not support euthanasia at all. Just like how we should not mistreat animals, it’s a form of mistreatment to end an animals life when WE choose to. That is why I have set up Kechara Animal Sanctuary, where we practice a “No-Kill” policy. So far, it has worked out for the best… and like in Sara‘s case, it shows that even in the most dire and desperation situations… there is always a chance.
If we believe in karma, we know that these dogs will have to live out their karmic results in this life or in another. So if we do see an animal suffering, we should give as much relief as we can, such as medical help, and also chant mantras and blow on them. This will calm the animal down and also plant karmic seeds in their minds…
Never mistreat others just because you can. With animals, other than having different bodies, they too do not wish to feel suffering just like us.
I have added a video below of another matted dog. He was one of the worst matted dog cases. This type of neglect is a form of animal cruelty in itself. Do take a look…
Tsem Rinpoche
Or view the video on the server at: http://video.tsemtulku.com/videos/Worse-matted-shitzu-dog-ever.flv
Look at the TV. Programme Animal Planet (sat)Excellent program .. Rinpoche.They have animal agents,they reveal a people who suffer animals!
My daughter is a dog groomer and she sees all kinds of animals in this condition and then the customers are angry with HER when she tells them they need to take better care of the animals. She has to shave many of them completely and the customers are angry because the dog is shaved. It is horrible to get an animal that requires grooming and then go for months or even years without getting them cared for properly and then blame the groomer. My daughter has worked with animals since she was 12, starting volunteering at a local animal shelter in California and she said the sorrow she felt working in those environment was unbelievable. Though through all of this, she continues to try to help animals after 11 years she is still helping them. She is a lovely kind hearted person.
Why do people even get a pet when they are not prepared to care for it properly? And when they relaise that they cannot care for it, why don’t they just find it a new home?
Human beings can inflict pain and abuse on animals by just being neglectful.
In the case above, the Law of man stepped in to punish. Regardless, the Laws of Karma always apply.
There’s no excuse for this! Yes, grooming is expensive, that’s why my husband and I bought a set of clippers and groom our dog ourselves. I can’t do anything fancy, but Davie’s getting really good at it. Your vet can even teach you how to drain a dog’s scent gland.
I’ll pray for this woman and the dog.
For a person to do that to an animal she must be living in the lowest realms while looking like a human being. May she learn peace and compassion.
And here’s another case of blatant torture. I cannot wait for these laws to be tightened and enforced throughout the world.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PQvY7WeBV0