When I first started reading this post my heart was breaking for this little dog. But then I started putting the pieces together and I don't think there was any abuse here. Caddy makes me think someone fairly old, perhaps someone who can no longer walk any distance. Early morning, it's cool out, no blazing hot pavements and the parking lots are still empty. Maybe he was just trying to give his pup the exercise it needs in the only way he knows how. Maybe he can't afford a daily dog walker. That little dog might be all he has left in this world. It's great to look out for our furry friends but maybe we shouldn't be so quick to judge and drag people through the gutter without knowing the circumstances...and even if we don't like the circumstances, maybe we can offer help instead of reprimands.
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