Pet Freezes to Death; Owner Facing Charges

LONGVIEW � A Longview pet owner is facing animal cruelty charges after leaving a pet dog chained up outside, resulting in the animal�s death. KETK reports that Tuesday morning shortly before 9:30, Longview Animal Control officers and Longview police responded to an animal welfare call in the 2400 block of 13th Street. When they arrived they found a dog chained in the yard. It appeared the dog had frozen to death and the owner had not provided any type of shelter, water, or food for the animal. The dog was so frozen the veterinarian could not even get a temperature reading on the deceased pet. Police plan to file class A misdemeanor animal cruelty charges against the owner of the dog.

The Longview Police Department and Longview Animal Control remind citizens that they are very adamant about providing your pets with adequate food, water, and shelter, especially during the the sub-freezing temperatures. If a report is made alleging an outdoor pet is not being taken care of, officials with both agencies say they will investigate and, if necessary, file appropriate charges. If someone cannot provide for a pet that person is encouraged to contact Animal Control or the local humane society.