Neighbor threatening neighborhood dogs with large (over 5') stick

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm trying to imagine a person carrying a 5' stick and waving it threateningly. A 5' stick? That's a branch, or a small tree, not a stick. Does OP mean a large walking stick? Seems pretty unwieldy to me. I can't picture it.

OP here. It is obvious, but the height of the 9known) neighbor, and the stick immediately next to him, that the stick/branch/tree is at least 5'. There is actually more than one neighbor that does this; one or more under the premise that it is a "walking stick". I have seen one particular off kilter fellow waving it at my dog, and also filmed him doing it to other dogs, in the same fashion. All of the said days are on their own property, and this guy is at the edge of the property. I can easily review the film and see how much he was over property, his intent, etc.

So which is it? Is he crazy for waving the 5' stick? Or are we and the neighbors crazy for hiring a great lawyer?

Maybe both. So be it. He needs to stop.

[Anonymous]

That is: (known)

[Anonymous]

days = dogs.

My apologies.

[Anonymous]

I hate anyone who is mean to animals. Period.

[Anonymous]

I'm really confused who OP is and what the issue is.

OP identify yourself when you respond back to threads!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm trying to imagine a person carrying a 5' stick and waving it threateningly. A 5' stick? That's a branch, or a small tree, not a stick. Does OP mean a large walking stick? Seems pretty unwieldy to me. I can't picture it.

OP here. It is obvious, but the height of the 9known) neighbor, and the stick immediately next to him, that the stick/branch/tree is at least 5'. There is actually more than one neighbor that does this; one or more under the premise that it is a "walking stick". I have seen one particular off kilter fellow waving it at my dog, and also filmed him doing it to other dogs, in the same fashion. All of the said days are on their own property, and this guy is at the edge of the property. I can easily review the film and see how much he was over property, his intent, etc.

So which is it? Is he crazy for waving the 5' stick? Or are we and the neighbors crazy for hiring a great lawyer?

Maybe both. So be it. He needs to stop.

Can you make an appointment with a lawyer and ask to have your film reviewed? A lawyer would know best how you can proceed in this situation.
Let us know what the lawyer has to say. It's an interesting situation and doesn't appear to have a crystal clear answer.

[Anonymous]

The lawyer (or anyone) just has to get on the phone to animal rights people. This guy is screwed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The lawyer (or anyone) just has to get on the phone to animal rights people. This guy is screwed.

There is a law against threatening a dog? You are so nutty. Who is going to rule against an
old man waiving a stick over a fence at a dog?

[Anonymous]

I'm trying to picture what "waving a stick" means....swinging it like a bat? thrusting it like a sword? waving it like a drum major's baton? or just waving it around like a cartoon old man (while calling the dogs 'you young whippersnappers' of course) and how much danger were any of these dogs in? and did they feel threatened? or were they just amused at this crazy guy waving a stick? or maybe they were frustrated because he didn't throw the stick for them?
Whatever the case, this is an interesting thread and makes me appreciate my neighborhood of sane people and friendly dogs even more!

[Anonymous]

OP here. He is clearly provoking the dog, among other things. We are going forward.

I thought there were people who liked dogs here, unfortunately. Otherwise I would clue you in on details. Let's just say it is extremely encouraging.

[Anonymous]

Well. Last year our neighbor's dog came through a hole in their fence and charged my daughter and my dog. My dog got in the middle and fended off the attacking dog until I could get to them. This year, the neighbor's dog came through the fence again and charged my dog and me. I don't go out in my yard without a baseball bat now. So, yes, I walk around in my own back yard with a baseball bat in my hand. I don't shake it at the dog, I don't try to hide it either. One of the neighbors asked me what the bat was for and I responded that it was for their dog if the dog came on my property again.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Well. Last year our neighbor's dog came through a hole in their fence and charged my daughter and my dog. My dog got in the middle and fended off the attacking dog until I could get to them. This year, the neighbor's dog came through the fence again and charged my dog and me. I don't go out in my yard without a baseball bat now. So, yes, I walk around in my own back yard with a baseball bat in my hand. I don't shake it at the dog, I don't try to hide it either. One of the neighbors asked me what the bat was for and I responded that it was for their dog if the dog came on my property again.

I bet they had a good laugh when you said that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Well. Last year our neighbor's dog came through a hole in their fence and charged my daughter and my dog. My dog got in the middle and fended off the attacking dog until I could get to them. This year, the neighbor's dog came through the fence again and charged my dog and me. I don't go out in my yard without a baseball bat now. So, yes, I walk around in my own back yard with a baseball bat in my hand. I don't shake it at the dog, I don't try to hide it either. One of the neighbors asked me what the bat was for and I responded that it was for their dog if the dog came on my property again.

You're getting a better fence, right?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I have been terrified by dogs that bark and nearly jump up over worn down fences right next to the sidewalk. Sure the dog was on his own property, but the dog was out of control and posed a danger. I had to drive 2 blocks that I would have loved to walk with my child to preschool because of a terrifying dog, and no sidewalk on the opposite side of the street. I can't even imagine how awful it would have been if it had been an electric fence. The owner was not home and probably had no idea how the dog was breaking down the fence. If I still had to walk that route, I would have called animal control. If I still saw the dog, I would probably carry dog repellent or a stun gun.

what danger is that drama queen? You are so full of crap, if this is true why not stop by and talk to the owner? Oh wait, that might solve your "problem" and you would have nothing to complain about. BTW, I am not a dog owner.

The danger was me and my 3 year old being mauled by a vicious, aggressive dog. This dog was large and would charge so hard into the wooden fence that the whole thing would shake and pieces had fallen off. It looked like he was close to getting out. As I said, the owners appeared to not be home, I could see only the back of the house where the screens of the porch were completely torn up. It looked like there was a chain on a rope that he was supposed to be attached to, but had broken free or was not attached to it. I would not go anywhere near the house given the dog's behavior. If I somehow knew the owner's phone number, I would have called. BTW, I am a dog owner.

Let me guess: you stood at the fence scratching your head like a complete idiot. You probably even pointed out the dog behavior to uncurious and unconcerned passersby, in an effort to drum up hate.

Here's a suggestion: try NOT walking by THAT house. Because if that owner has cameras, and you are found to have been antagonizing the dog (with or without a stick, up your arse or elsewhere) - then YOU will be found liable. In fact, I would bet there are a bunch of passers by willing to testify, when (not if, but when) this comes to fruition, that YOU were in fact the aggressor. Learn when to say when.

Actually no she wouldn't. If the homeowners fence fails to contain the dog and it leaves the owners property resulting in “Unwanted Contact” the dog could be taken. She could be dancing in front of the fence in a meat dress and the dog better stay behind that fence. That is why the SPCA and other animal rights organizations suggest dogs never be outside unattended.

[Anonymous]

OP you are nuts. If he is not trespassing, you have zero recourse here and from your attitude you are likely in the wrong. Have fun spending lots of money hiring a lawyer who hopefully will milk this for all it is worth.