Reply #3: I've been tempting at times

[benny05]

to make such a measure, but I'm cognizant that with 2 dogs, two cats, I cannot take on anymore. I did call the Humane Society about a neighbor's beagle who was on a leash and out in 20 degree weather without a doghouse, food, or clear water (not ice). If we leave our pooches outside in that kind of weather, we always have doghouses w/palettes, straw, a heated water bowl, and fresh food.

We noticed the family finally put up a small fence and gate. I still hear the dog cry when it is winter, but I know they are being better to it by not keeping it on a leash tied to a tree, and I do see them walk their dog more often. It doesn't look malnourished or as unhappy.