Good work has been accomplished on behalf of dogs in Washington within both of these organizations.

I also applaud and groups such as Pets Alive and the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) for making a huge difference with very limited resources. I dontate to CAPS as well.

That being said, offering Vick a PR move to smooth over his inexcusable actions was disgusting to me. I’ve tried to be open to how it could potentially help the plight of fighting dogs, but just don’t see it.

What happened to Oreo is even more inexcusable in that it occured at the very hands of people trusted to save dogs. It makes zero sense on many levels. I do not understand why ANY organization would euthanize a dog that had even one hopeful option, much less so many sincere offers for a quality life.

There are people who have a very special connection with this breed and can (and do!) succeed where others fail. Why was Oreo not given a chance?

This is a lose-lose situation for Oreo, pitbulls showing aggression due to abuse and unfortunately, all the good work ASPCA staff members have done over the years that will now be overshadowed by this unnecessary and thoughtless act.

It is too late for Oreo, but hopefully we can join together to pass Oreo’s Law to preventing this from happening again.

Donations to small groups such as PetsAlive and CAPS are well utilized and touch many lives.

Do keep in mind that until animal abuse is a lelony punishable by serious legal consequences, it is less likely to stop.

And that takes the muscle behind big groups like HSUS & ASPCA to lobby and pass those crucial laws in Washington.

What happended to Oreo is TRAGIC.

But we should also look at the Big Picture; the more each and all of us who care about animals can support each other and work together, the more will get done on their behalf.

Also, we need to see some other rules changes. When someone wants to adopt a pet, they have such stringent guidelines. Like making you have a fence! There are perfectly good potential owners who might live in an apartment who would walk a dog every day. There should not be such broad rules for adoption. Every circumstance is different. But so many pets are not allowed to be adopted because of these stupid broad rules.

Also, every pet should be allowed to be spayed and/or neutered without being overloaded with vaccinations that an owner might not agree with. I have been unable to find a vet who will spay or neuter without alot of vaccinations. This is wrong! If they’re so concerned about the “overpopulation” then why is it necessary to vaccinate for a spaying or neutering??

While I completely understand your concern for the “innocents” it is important to remember that their lives also hang in the balance. As long as people like Mr. Sayers are running this operation no animal is safe. A cutback in donations may hurt enough to provide enough heat for positive change. Then and only then will the “innocent’ you are concerned about be safe. Your heart is in the right place, now you must put your thoughts there as well. May God bless you.
Jason

Jason Di Palma

If you have never stepped up to speak out; let Oreo’s story move you to do so. Oreo is one of thousands who are murdered every day for no other reason that the fact that they were born.

Donate your time and or your money to places like Pets Alive; the ones who really do care about the animals and give them every possible chance.

I’m moved into action – - are you?