A second-floor residential property in Zhuodong, Hsinchu has been emitting a foul stench with dogs barking continuously for three months. Mr. Liu, a nearby resident, climbed up to investigate and discovered three dogs seemingly locked in the kitchen with floors covered in feces, their entire bodies filthy and reeking. The living conditions are appalling—even with a mask on, the stench is unbearable. When he tried to contact the landlord and tenant, they were nowhere to be found.
▲Poor pups, so filthy you can barely see their eyes! (Photo/Authorized by Mr. Liu/Same below)
▼Pups barking frantically at night, hoping someone will rescue them.
Mr. Liu lodged a complaint about the second-floor rental unit on Guangming Road in Zhuodong, Hsinchu. The stench from the feces has spread to nearby homes, and the dogs' cries at night have kept neighbors awake. After climbing up to investigate, he discovered three dogs literally locked in the kitchen. Although a bag of dog food was left there, nobody feeds them, so the dogs have no way to eat. "Whenever there's any sound from outside, they bark wildly, as if calling for rescue." Mr. Liu said while filming, that the dogs are covered entirely in feces, so filthy you can barely see their eyes—it's heartbreaking.
Making matters worse, the owner apparently dumped feces into the fire escape outside the house. Every time it rains, the water washes the feces down to the first floor, "even with a mask on, you can smell the stench," the entire environment is filthy. Seeing how miserable the pups are, Mr. Liu threw bread through the window from outside, hoping to help the dogs stop starving.
▼The fire escape is also covered in feces.
Mr. Liu also contacted the landlord, but the landlord claimed "I'm a victim too." Since the house is rented out, they said they would have to wait until August 3rd when the lease expires to check on it. The landlord also emphasized being very busy with work, and when asked to come on weekends, said they were too occupied packing and preparing for an overseas trip. Such an irresponsible attitude infuriated Mr. Liu. Unable to break down the door himself, he could only helplessly watch as the pups continue to suffer.
Mr. Liu also added that he has already contacted environmental protection bureau staff to investigate. According to the Waste Disposal Act, livestock owners or managers are responsible for cleaning up after their animals in public roads or spaces. Violators face fines of NT$1,200 to NT$6,000. However, it has not yet been confirmed whether the owner intentionally dumped the feces outside. According to the Animal Protection Act, those who intentionally or negligently injure animals causing severe limb defects, loss of organ function, or death can face fines of NT$15,000 to NT$75,000.
▼Pups locked in the kitchen. (Video embedded from Facebook/Liu Chien Cheng)
