Editor:
Today I passed a fellow walking his pit bull puppy on Center Street. I had to turnaround and comeback because I felt so sorry for the puppy. It was around -20 C and the puppy was shivering cold and could barely walk as his feet were freezing. I stopped and tried to explain to the fellow you cannot take short haired dogs outside on days this cold. This pup also had to live outside as dogs are not allowed where he lives. I loaded man and dog in my truck and drove them to their destination. While driving with him I tried very hard to explain the importance of caring for his dog properly. This has also prompted me to send a plea to all. Please do not buy a short haired dog if you have to leave him/her outside. If you have a long haired dog he/she also needs proper housing and extra food especially on cold winter days. Just because a puppy is cute or one you have always wanted do no take that dog If you cannot care for him/her properly.
When you leave a dog outside and or do not feed it properly think how you would feel if they put you in the same situation! Please, please care for these very loyal animals properly and with the same love they give to you unconditionally.
Sincerely,
Jane Skelton
亚洲天堂 Lake, BC
