Thursday, August 21, 2008

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What is the SPCA position?

This is a response to a letter sent by Jon Stone last week to the SPCA. It is signed, appropriately enough, by its treasurer.
Normally I would not post this. But because it appears that false information being circulated about the case, it seems necessary.

I must also point out that I have no knowledge whatsoever that the SPCA is offering assistance or involved in discussions. Nor is any other group to date.

-----Original Message-----
From: james Kochanoff [mailto:j_kochanoff@hotmail.com]
Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 9:35 PM
To: jon_stone@ns.sympatico.ca
Subject: RE: Mis-representation of the role of NS SPCA

Dear Jon,

Thanks for your email. You are correct on your comments.

Our shelter as are most SPCA's in the country are dependant on animal control contracts to survive. The reality is without government funding, it is the only way we can pay for investigation and housing for cruelty cases we investigate across the province.

It would be a good PR move with the public to make a statement against the HRM regarding Brindi. Unfortunately it would cut us out of city discussions in the case and that would not benefit her.

We continue to work behind the scenes to offer guidance to the HRM on the dog's behavior. It may not generate good press but it will hopefully prevent this poor dog from losing its life from the mistakes of its owner.

Please continue to voice your concerns - your comments are having an effect.

Sincerely,

Jim Kochanoff
SPCA Treasurer

1 comment:

  1. Keep staying strong Francesca. You are doing fantastic and you have become a LEADER not a follower which is exactly what animal rights groups really need and WANT! You and Brindi represent thousands of other pet owners and pets that presently have a FALSE SENSE OF SECURITY within their own properties. This by-law MUST change and EVERYONE needs to continue to fight. Take a breather to gather your thoughts and rest when it gets overwhelming and the next day, you will be ready to take things head on again. You are setting a precedent in this province and you are someone that we are all proud of for standing up, being accountable and fighting for change, love and loyalty.

    ;)

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