Today I read about the huge fines, along with possible incarceration for the ‘horrific crime’ of feeding feral cats and chickens.
Yes, of course I understand the need to protect the island from invasive species, but why are you avoiding the totally irresponsible dog owners? I am talking about the people that let their male dogs that have not been neutered to roam the streets, impregnating female dogs that have not been spayed. Why not address this situation?
Recently my sister’s dog (that was on a leash) was attacked by a dog that the owner allowed to roam free. The owner did not have the wherewithal to pay the vet bills, and her solution to the situation was to take the dog and dump it off at East End, which was a terrible thing to do.
People have been harassed by these dogs and, yes, they chase cars and motor bikes, and these dogs often end up dead on the road. What about the irresponsible dog owners that tie these ‘so-called pets’ to a tree all day?
We have caught a feral cat, which was as sweet as could be, and the Humane Society found homes for her and her kittens (my friend adopted the last kitten).
Lastly, if this is the penalty for feeding chickens and cats, I hope you up the ante on those that molest children, rob people, and attack women jogging. It seems to me that needs to also be looked at – $500,000 fine and four years in prison for feeding strays… that is a joke!
Janice Sanders
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