What can New Yorkers do to help out animals living the “urban life”?
There are so many animals to cover, but in the world of dogs, dogs are pack animals and they like to meet other dogs, so let them socialize! Also, being alone a whole day without any company is depressing for dogs – there is such a thing as a latchkey dog – consider adopting dog friend if you are away from home for long periods of time. Never tie your dog outside a store where you can’t see them – people do actually steal dogs and use them for bait in dog fighting rings. If you see an animal suffering who is being kept by an abusive or neglectful person, report them to the police, and do your best to see the animal into a better situation, without endangering yourself of course. Sometimes it takes more than one call to make a difference for that animal. What should one do if they notice a homeless animal living in their courtyard or nearby their apartment? Do what you can to gain their trust. Usually they are scared, maybe they were kicked out of their home, try to give them food and s
