NORTH CAROLINA -- [Letter to the Editor]
Jeers to Hoke County Animal Control.
A dog was hit on U.S. 401 Business but was still breathing and whimpering. Animal Control was contacted. I sat and soothed the dog while they were on their way.
The officer who showed up was very rude and inhumane. He was going to shoot the poor dog on the side of the road in public view. He did not take into consideration the safety of others or that animal lovers like myself or a small child could have seen this.
Maybe it would be understandable if the dog posed a threat to the officer, but he was just lying there letting me pet him and wasn't growling at all. I understand that maybe the dog had to be put down, but it could have been done in a more humane way. I understand that this is a tough job, but the people doing it should show some compassion to all God's creatures.
- Chris Gales, Raeford, NC
(fayobserver.com - Oct 20, 2012)
