Our neighbors dog is pinned up all day outside while they work. It is constantly barking. What can be done about this? The police where here once because of it's barking all night. Now they leave it outside all day barking. Is this neglect/abuse?

Hi Jerry, I understand your concern! Who to call depends in part on where you live. If you live in Champaign or a town that contracts with Champaign County Animal Control, you should call Champaign County Animal Control (384-3798) to report the barking. If you live in Urbana, you should call Urbana Animal Control, which is part of the Police Department. When the primary issue is barking, an Animal Control complaint is the most effective way to get results. That said, you can also call us at 217-344-7297, and our Humane Investigator can look into situations that might constitute neglect, such as an animal that appears undernourished or is left outside with no water, food, or protection from harsh weather. If you need to discuss the situation further, don't hesitate to call us and ask to speak to our Humane Investigator.

You'd probably be better off calling them directly or Animal Control. I'm not sure they'll answer such a question online without asking more questions of their own.