BRATTLEBORO — RE: “Something to bark about” [Viewpoint, July 17]:
The problem of dogs tied to parking meters while owners shop or eat in restaurants, left without water or shade, needs to be addressed as well.
I am seeing far too much of that since I moved here. Is this something we can call the animal control officer about, too? I hope so.
People, dogs need shade and water. Leave your dog at home while you shop or have a meal in town.
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