I agree. The dog is in a fenced yard and the cats are coming in it. I can understand ferals and semi-ferals being outside but not pets so while I have sympathy for Smokette, I don't have as much sympathy for your neighbors with outdoor cats. In any event, dealing with dogs and other animals is just sadly part of the life a feral or outdoor cat leads. It has nothing to do with the breed of the dog. I may have missed this but do the owners even know that their dog is killing cats? After they find out, maybe see how they feel about an outdoor dog run? Offer to help pay for it and explain your situation, that's all you can do. The dog has to go outside to go to the bathroom and exercise. It would be cruel to never let a large breed dog into the yard.Originally Posted by libby74
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I do think you need to report the dog, but I'm afriad that nothing will be done. It sounds as if he is in a fenced in yard and only attacking the animals that come into his territory. A kennel would definitely be a good idea, but I don't think the owner can be forced to put his dog in one if the dog isn't leaving the yard.
Good luck with the situation. Once again, I'm so very sorry about Smokette.
