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As the winter season approaches Chicago, it becomes necessary to remind pet owners to be aware of the winter weather's effects on their dogs. While leaving a dog outside in any weather for an unsupervised lengthy time is never advised since it can adverse effects on the dog and neighbors (especially if your dog is a barker), leaving your dog outdoors for an extended time in inclement weather is dangerous, and you can lose your dog in the process.
The Humane Society indicates that a dog left unsupervised for an extended length of time can be detrimental to the dog emotionally, physically, and behaviorally. Also, a neighbor's call to the local Humane Society or Animal Control Agency can result in you losing your dog and paying fines for animal abuse.
It's not hard to conceptualize what the dog goes through being left long in inclement weather. Put yourself in its place and ask how you would feel. Dogs feel emotions, cold, heat, pain and discomfort just like people do. If you are going to be a dog owner, then take the steps for being a responsible one. For more recommendations from The Humane Society, or to learn more about pet care, access their site at http://www.hsus.org/pets/issues_affecting_our_pets/animal_abuse_and_neglect/what_to_do_about_a_dog_whos_left_outside.html
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