The poor animals just can't seem to get a break. After all the hype about the ZooToo 1 million dollar makeover contest, I just found out the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area has been disqualified! Ever so disappointing.
They were disqualified becasue they had been the subject of lawsuits over cruety investigations. This is wrong. Animal shelters who have humane police officers are subject to lawsuits brought about by those people who have been found to be in violation of animal laws. According to Kelly Hitz, "it's the nature of the beast." Please read the related article in the Patriot-News.
While this doesn't occur on a daily basis, it does happen and I don't think they should be disqualified for something that they don't have full control over. HSHA is in desparate need of a makeover. However, I'm sure all those shelters that have participated in this contest are deserving just because of their committment to providing care for animals. While I wish it were the animals here in Central PA, I'm sure there are just as deserving animals in another part of the country, that I hope will be well served by a makeover at their shelter home.
Perhaps there is a very generous donor out there in the Harrisburg area that would like to make a significant contribution to the animals at the Humane Society of Harrisburg. Any contribution, large or small, is welcome and most appreciated!
I really like your blog, especially this last post, where you call for others to donate, it gives a good purpose and cause to the site. You have a very nice focus on pets.
I have to say, I really love my pets as well, and realy enjoyed reading some of your stories. Keep up the good! :)
Posted by: Josh | April 10, 2008 at 12:47 PM