Scioto County deputies handled multiple dog-related calls, including a neighbor argument over a loose dog, a welfare check on a skinny dog, and a report that someone was bitten and had to go to the ER.
Deputies were first called to Harrison Township after neighbors got into a verbal argument over a dog running loose.
While checking the situation, deputies discovered a woman had an active warrant through Portsmouth Municipal Court. New Boston police confirmed the warrant was valid and in hand.
Deputies were also called to Vernon Township after a Spectrum employee reported seeing a dog chained to a telephone pole while working in the area.
The worker said the dog appeared to be badly underfed and uncared for and asked deputies to check on it.
A deputy spoke with the dog’s owner, who took the officer to see two dogs at the property.
According to the log, the dogs appeared to be in good spirits and had access to shelter, food, and water. One dog appeared skinnier than the other, and the deputy advised the owner to provide an extra bowl of food.
Deputies also responded to Porter Township after a caller reported being bitten by a neighbor’s dog earlier in the day.
The caller said they had to go to the emergency room for treatment.
Deputies took information for a report.
Dog calls can range from annoying to dangerous fast. A loose dog can start a neighbor feud, a neglected-looking dog can spark a welfare check, and a bite can become a medical issue, a legal issue, and an animal control issue all at once.
The basic rule is simple: if it is your dog, it is your responsibility.
Keep it contained, make sure it has food, water, and shelter, and do not wait until a neighbor, delivery worker, utility worker, child, or deputy is involved before fixing the problem.