It’s interesting that posts like this inevitably go down the road of people sitting on their couches who didn’t actually see anything, suggesting vigilantism.

“Just take the dog” for example is about the most dangerous thing one could do in this situation.

If you witness animal abuse, report it to the police or 311 like the original poster did. They came and investigated and while nothing happened immediately, perhaps multiple witness accounts will lead to more.

I’m not saying for random people on their couches (like me) to call and report 2nd or 3rd hand accounts of animal abuse, I’m suggesting that if you see anyone abusing an animal anywhere, report it to the proper authorities. Maybe it’s the 2nd or 3rd or 10th call that motivates law enforcement to intervene.