Redditor Reports Their Neighbors To The Cops For Leaving Their Shiba Inu Freezing In The Cold

The dog was left without food and shelter.

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• Published in Animals
• February 22, 2023

A Shiba Inu can handle lower temperatures, but it is important to keep in mind that some of them have a lower tolerance to the cold. The exact temperature that this breed can tolerate will depend on a variety of factors such as age, body fat, health, coat thickness, and activity level.

However, as a general rule, it is recommended to limit their time outside in temperatures under 45 degrees F (or 7.2 degrees C) and to provide them with warm and dry shelter when outdoors. If you live in an area with very cold temperatures, it is important to monitor your Shiba Inu closely for signs of discomfort or illness.

That's because they can no longer handle temperatures below 20 degrees (or -6.7 degrees C). They will shiver and complain when it's too cold.

Even without knowing this information, a concerned Redditor still decided to report their neighbors to the cops. It happened after they saw the neighbors' Shiba Inu left outside and tied to a tree.

The poor creature didn't have access to food and shelter. It's even freezing in the cold.

Sadly, the cops did nothing and told the original poster (OP) that the dog could handle the weather and that they were just overreacting. The OP decided to ask for judgment from the "Am I The A**hole?" (AITA) subreddit afterward.

A Redditor was concerned about a Shiba Inu freezing outside, that's why they called the cops.

These neighbors are bad dog owners.

Calling animal control is an option. But they usually operate under the cops.

The OP could try Animal Society too.

Sadly, not all animal control groups are competent. Here's one Redditor's bad experience with them.

A Redditor is utterly disappointed with animal control.

The one who should deal with the cat is the animal control officer.

The Shiba Inu may be able to handle the cold, but it'll start getting health problems without proper food and shelter.

This is not the way to treat any kind of pet.

The OP can try checking the local laws and then report to the authorities.

Calling an animal shelter is another good option.

The majority agrees that what the neighbors are doing is considered animal abuse.

The OP needs to try contacting the other authorities.

Humane Society knows about the local ordinances when it comes to neglected pets.

Sadly, the cops didn't figure out the right thing to do.

It's had to live life normally with a dog that's barking non-stop.

The OP should've tried animal control first.

If the cops won't respond, it's time to talk to the neighbors.

It's all the neighbors' fault.

Rather than the cops, the OP should've contacted animal control first.

Persistence is key.

The neighbors are in the wrong in this situation. They shouldn't leave their pet outside even if it's used to the cold.

But the OP needs to contact the authorities, someone who can actually do something about it. In this case, it's animal control.

After hearing the suggestions from the community, we hope the OP reports these irresponsible neighbors.

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