Dogs Abandoned by Family After Move

PHOENIX - The tough economic times are impacting not only owners and renters, but pets.

Tuesday, police were called out to a west Phoenix home because some family dogs had been living on their own for several days.

"There was a concerned neighbor who obviously cares for animals and called us out here," explains Officer Mark Valenzuela. "The big concern is the safety of these animals."

The neighbor told police the residents packed up and left the house six days ago, leaving the dogs to fend for themselves. No one is sure if the family will return.

Luckily, the neighbors gave them plenty of water and food after hearing them barking.

The Arizona Humane Society was called in to check on the dogs. A technician will make sure they are fed, and if the owners don't return within 7 days, the dogs will be taken to a shelter.

The Humane Society asks that anyone who can't take care of their pets turn them into a shelter, where they have a chance at finding another home.