The story of Oscar, the sad little pit bull has touched the hearts of many people around the world. It gives us great joy to know that in these troubled times, the light of warmth , kindness and generosity burns brightly in the souls of so many. We at PPS, Oscar and our other beautiful, amazing creatures are so very grateful to each and every one of you for giving us the opportunity to bask in the wondrous glow of your gracious spirits.
One of our PPS Board members (Ciaron Lewis) has been campaigning tirelessly for the release of the two Brampton dogs, torn from the arms of their loving owners and condemned to death. (Click here for more info)
Why must they die?
Their ‘crime’ is that they ‘look’ as if there is pit bull blood somewhere in their genetic makeup.
Are these dangerous dogs? Have they attacked, mauled or bitten anyone…..ever? Have they shown such signs of aggression as to make any one single person in their presence feel unsafe?
No.
Why have we saved Oscar? He is not a mix he is a pit bull through and through. Should he die because of this? Clearly some would think so.
Thousands upon thousands of people have lost their lives due to views such as this.
We now extend these views to encompass our animals.
Is this progress?
If you had lived a life of ill-treatment, hardship, neglect, abuse, mutilation…..if you had been kicked, beaten, attacked with a machete, been scarred and maimed for life…..how would you view the race that had been the cause of your ills? Would you be sweet, gentle, playful and loving?
Oscar is. Oz is. Aurelia is. Max is. Thor is. Pogo is. Biscuit is…..and far too many more to mention.
Life. Love. Dignity. Respect.
For all.
Is that too much to ask?
Oscar, a 'dangerous' dog
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Wonderful post, Jen! This should be everyone’s daily mantra — when dealing with animals, people. or Mother Earth!
Life. Love. Dignity. Respect.