Obama Family Dog - Best Friends Network

Posted 13 Apr 2009 10:17 PM by Syrth

I completely agree, he has been promoting for months that they will adopt from a shelter and they were looking for a "mutt" and they end up getting a pedigree breeder's dog. Second chance or not, a dog with papers usually find new homes fairly easily. Can this be considered as giving out false hope for all dogs needing a second chance? This simply tells the public that in the end, go for a breeder instead of a shelter.

Posted 13 Apr 2009 10:24 PM by PCNiles

I am worried that the puppy mills will now start churning out Portuguese water dogs. You know they will. The important thing for us to do is continue working to stop these puppy mills.

I too am disappointed that President Obama did not obtain his family dog from a shelter. It would have set a wonderful example. However, I believe his heart was in the right place but the task of obtaining a hypoallergenic dog (is there really such a dog?) became too much of an obstacle. Not sure, but even in the stating of his wanting to adopt a shelter dog helped bring shelter awareness to the public. And he said from the very beginning he needed a certain kind of dog; that he would like to get a 'mutt' because he himself was one, but it was unlikely that a mutt would be suitable for his daughter with the allergies. So... I really believe he wanted to go the shelter-route, but found it impossible. I mean how many Goldendoodles, Portuguese water dogs or other hypoallergenic dogs show up at shelters?

I certainly wouldn't want to spoil the Obama girls' happiness and excitement in finally getting a dog by making a big point of where the dog came from and how he was obtained.

Posted 13 Apr 2009 10:25 PM by sinead

I understand how this came about and wish they had gone a different route. However, I think that they still can make a huge impact. Donating money alone will not make that much of a difference, but there are other things they can do. As a family, they need to consider what they can do to impact the lives of shelter dogs and to raise awareness and understanding.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 3:14 AM by GEORGYNE

Coming from a rescue non profit in Southern California, I am very disappointed in the Obama's. The President sold out to be politically correct instead of doing what was right. He just doesn't get it or does he care. I am very sad for the animals.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 7:57 AM by dandelionseeds

I have a purebred weim from a rescue and also a shelter dog so I was elated that the obama's were going to send such an important (to me) message about giving these animals a good home. Not only am I disappointed in them, I am disappointed in the senator that obviously didn't get the message either and chose to gift the family with this dog.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 8:17 AM by aminahyaquin

Let's remember that most of the dogs would not be in teh shelter if the families were able to be as responsible in choosing their first and every dog as the Obamas have been.
Also, who has not been elated to receive a special gift, in this case a beloved new family member , from a cherished friend? Ted Kennedy is a dying man, an animal lover and has the right to beinvolved in helping teh first family amke their choice of a pet.
First time pet owners, who have never fallen in love with a critter of their own, do not always fully comprehend the crisis in pet ownership, either. but once they embark upon this journey, let us be sure that the First Family will soon become active in the area of responsible pet wonership, spay/neuter and etc.
CHEMISTRY is so importnat in choosing a pet. simply because a shelter has a particular breed mix, or purebred, does not guarantee a perfect fit into a fmaily. and preserveing and protecting endangered breeds, bred by responsible breeders is also a wonderful thing for our world: MANY breeds, such as the Sealeyham terrior are endangered.
It is my respectful opinion that the nanny state of shaming and decrying this adoption is pathetic in itself.
We need to rejoice that the first family considered their choice so carefully before deciding, and help people move in increments to understanding the global crisis of undercared for precious animals.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 8:33 AM by LAu

I guess Obama is not different from other politicians, he is a liar.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 8:44 AM by jbird1a

It is an elitist choice...just wanting to be a celebrity and "in" with the Kennedys. He has no passion for this cause whatsoever - it was only political expediency. "Cherished friend" overstates it a bit. If this was their intent (and it appears the whole thing was set up), they should have never said anything beforehand. I wonder if Oprah will suddenly grow a backbone and call him on the carpet on this one..

Posted 14 Apr 2009 8:46 AM by jbird1a

and one more thing....Portugese Water Dogs can be found easily through rescue organizations and shelters. Yes, they are not plentiful, but they are out there.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 1:18 PM by amyS

The arrival of the new White House canine family member has been closely watched by the thousands of animal lovers across the country. The Obama's COMMITTED to us to adopting a pet and had every opportunity to adopt a pet. This adoption would have sent a message and set a wonderful example for the country. Adopting a pet would have influenced others to adopt. Instead they are taking in a puppy that came from a breeder. BAD message.

With so many thousands of pets being left homeless due to families losing their homes, pets left orphaned when their owners die or become too ill to care for them and for many other sad reasons- the Obama's really blew it. And those of us who volunteer our time, our money and our lives to helping save homeless pets and working to reduce the tragic numbers of healthy, adoptable companion animals who are euthanized because there are not enough homes for them- this is wrong and I AM ANGRY.

I have seen WEAK responses by animal welfare leaders. Last eve Rich Avanzino was on Bay Area TV. In today's paper was a response from Wayne Pacelle. No angry responses. No strong messages about encouraging others to adopt and why. WAKE UP PEOPLE. Here's our chance to let the President know -and get the message out- that this is NOT acceptable! This was a promise broken. WE NEED TO EDUCATE OTHERS ABOUT THE LARGE NUMBER OF PURE BED PETS IN SHELTERS!!! WHY ADOPTING FROM A SHELTER OR RESCUE IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO!!! NO EXCUSES!!!

If anyone has a personal connection with a recognizable figure that represents the animal welfare community, please pass this on. The country is watching HOW we respond to this. And so far, our response is LAME!

Posted 14 Apr 2009 1:40 PM by macy

i was very sad that Obama did not do what he said he was going to do.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 2:00 PM by SBRsMom

Anybody can go out on PetFinder.com right now and see that there are many Portugese Water Dogs out there. And some that are even PWD/Poodle mixes! Can't get much more hypoallergenic (even though there's really no such thing) than that! And there's even a 3 month old that is cute as can be. And I am certain that there are many PDW rescues that would have loved to adopt out a dog to the Obamas. So there is really NO excuse for the fact that they did not rescue.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 3:13 PM by candaceritz

Although we would have all loved to see the Obama's adopt a shelter dog, they are still providing a loving home to a dog that was in need of one. At six months old, Bo would likely have not been sold to someone looking to purchase a dog from the breeder. Many breeders turn such dogs over to shelters as they anticipate not being able to sell them and do not wish to provide a loving home themselves. I hope that people will recognize the fact that dogs that are sold expensively from breeders can and do end up in shelters across the country and that animals in shelters are in no way inferior to those being sold. In fact, they are oftentimes the same dogs, cats, birds and bunnies and they are desperately awaiting loving forever homes.
I also hope that Bo's addition to the first family will give personal meaning to the President that animals are not property - they're loving beings with feelings and emotions and we need to take more action to protect them from harm and exploitation.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 3:27 PM by mistyblue05

He doesn't need the votes any more......

......wow did we all get duped.

Unbelievable.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 4:46 PM by ihearthounds

I am an enthusiastic Obama supporter, but I must admit that my heart sank when I read about the selection of Bo as the first puppy. Like many of you, I was so eager to see the Obama family welcome a shelter dog into the White House. It would have been the ultimate endorsement of animal adoption!

I think that it could have easily been a win-win situation, too. I used to work at an urban animal shelter and I know firsthand how many wonderful homeless dogs there are out there - dogs of all shapes, sizes, ages, breeds, temperments, etc. I'm positive that with a little patience and flexibility, the Obamas could have found a great shelter dog...

With the dire animal overpopulation crisis in the country, it's increasingly hard for me to tolerate breeders and the people who patronize them. Even so-called responsible breeders seem to have questionable motives. Why continue to create animals when there are already so many???

That said, I do wish the Obama family all the best and I hope that Bo settles in well. Maybe they will adopt a canine companion for him in the future...

Posted 14 Apr 2009 5:57 PM by KahluaCody

I worked hard for the Obama campaign and I am not happy they got a dog from a breeder. I am concerned about people breeding PWDs. At least it wasn't an 8 week old puppy. I'm trying to look on the bright side. But I hope that the Obama's realize that they can do amazing things with their influence and hope they make an effort to support neutering/spaying and rescue groups. But even with this decision, I'm glad he's POTUS. I'm just a little saddened.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 5:57 PM by KahluaCody

I worked hard for the Obama campaign and I am not happy they got a dog from a breeder. I am concerned about people breeding PWDs. At least it wasn't an 8 week old puppy. I'm trying to look on the bright side. But I hope that the Obama's realize that they can do amazing things with their influence and hope they make an effort to support neutering/spaying and rescue groups. But even with this decision, I'm glad he's POTUS. I'm just a little saddened.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 5:57 PM by pdwlgw

First of all, congratulations to Bo. And I really, truly hope that the Obamas will be happy with Bo and that they will make him happy.

I just wept to see this, though. For the President of the United States to adopt a dog from a shelter would have been a glorious thing. Such an example, in the long run, might have saved tens of thousands of shelter dogs and put hundreds of puppy mills out of business.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 6:05 PM by soccergirl

Is Bo neutered?

Posted 14 Apr 2009 6:09 PM by arabbitmom

I, too, am extremely disappointed in the Obama's choice to adopt from a breeder. Not only a sad message for all of us but also a terrible example he has set for his daughters...the generation of children we hope to pass on BF's message of sparing shelter dogs. Although I am an Obama supporter, I feel very let down over this decision. Such a simple choice that could have had a far reaching impact, wasted.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 6:15 PM by lizzire

I'm totally heartbroken, and in no way willing to let this issue fade away. He PROMISED. Not once, but MANY times to get a shelter dog. Michelle did too. I don't understand what happened, but I'm not going to shut up about it until we get a clear answer from the White House. I'm SICK over this.

Soccergirl: GOOD QUESTION--IS BO NEUTERED???

Time to start another petition to let the "community organizer" President know that we're NOT SHUTTING UP!!!

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Posted 14 Apr 2009 7:44 PM by Kelly4cats

I strongly call for an inquiry into whether this breeder is paying taxes on all their breeding profits. It seems as though many people connected to the Obamas don't believe in paying their taxes.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 8:50 PM by lindamo

Just one more thing he hasn't been truthful about. During the campaign he used this to get the support of several rescue groups.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 9:01 PM by serkes

I am so disappointed that the President didn't carry through on his promise to adopt a shelter dog. Can you imagine the positive impact it would have had on the "no more homeless pets" movement to see the President's adorable little girls at a shelter, bringing home their forever friend? He missed a perfect opportunity to make a real change for millions of homeless pets. Maybe he should make amends by adopting a friend for Bo.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 9:38 PM by rmc

I followed with interest Obama's promise to adopt a shelter dog. I signed Best Friend's petition. Am I surprised he broke his promise? Absolutely not! Makes me sick. As a previous comment stated, he doesn't need the votes anymore.

Posted 14 Apr 2009 9:51 PM by ihearthounds

Bo *has* been neutered, so at least that's not an issue. Still, this is extremely dissapointing...

Unfortunately, many so-called "liberal" and "progressive" people support dog breeders. Some of these supposedly "enlightened" folks even breed dogs themselves! Case in point: Brenda Barnette, the CEO of the Seattle Humane Society. She breeds poodles and is also involved with PWD breeding. Talk about innapropriate...

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Posted 14 Apr 2009 10:34 PM by Kelly4cats

I'm sure Mrs Barnette will try and explain that what she does is very different than what the backyard breeders are doing. It's for the love of the breed...how hum...If she loves them so much then don't charge a couple thousand bucks for each one. There are plenty of those purebreds being euthanized in shelters so she should spread her love of those dogs and go rescue them off death row!!!!!!

Put her on the list to be investigated for tax fraud. I'll bet she doesn't pay taxes on her little breeding "hobby".

Posted 14 Apr 2009 10:37 PM by Leftybuds

This is unacceptable. A real slap in the face. I'm even more disappointed that they are covering it up by saying the dog was a gift. I think he should take his family for a tour of just one animal shelter and see the dogs on death row. Dogs dying by the millions because they are deemed not good enough. A complete let down from someone who promised change but took the cowards way out.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 9:55 AM by jakethedog

For heavens sake, there daughter is ALLERGIC to most of the dogs that can be obtained in shelters! The need to make the decision based on protecting the health of the family. What do you think it would be better to get a shelter dog and let their daughter suffer??? I think they did pretty good by getting a dog that (I heard) had been returned to the breeder.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 10:41 AM by Alex

jakethedog, I am allergic to both dogs and cats but have had both as pets my entire life. I take my medicine when I get flare-ups but most of the time, I am fine. "Most of the dogs in shelters" covers a lot of ground and nobody can safely say that the daughter is allergic to most of the dogs in shelters. There are dogs available at breed rescues and many dogs that do not flare up allergies. Do your homework as President Obama should have done his.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 10:49 AM by Alex

I do want to add that I am happy for Bo, he is an adorable guy and what an honor to be the White House pooch...maybe they will get another doggie so there is one for each girl and they can choose one from a rescue or shelter...I'm hoping.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 11:33 AM by scratchtopaz

With one gift acceptance - the Obama's have started a riff between the animal welfare community and the Democratic party! But in all fairness, how can Barack not accept a dog from Ted Kennedy? With the world's economy tanking and the USA at the helm, it seems his thoughts might not be on exactly where his dog came from. He's not reading the literature on why pets make terrible gifts nor is he thinking about puppy mills and the kill rate for pedigrees. All very unfortunate! But slightly understandable at this time in history.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 11:57 AM by dixiesherman

Everone should send a message to President Obama and state politely their feelings about not choosing a shelter dog. Just Google President Obama and there is a site in which to send an e-mail. I have already done this. I like the majority of you am very disappointed that he did this. I think by his adopting a shelter dog it would have gone a long way to bringing others to the same objective.
Like I suggested send President Obama an e-mail.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 1:35 PM by ksk3926

I feel so disappointed that they opted to go this route. What a missed opportunity for shelter animals. Just feels like more of the same old thing. I followed along with dixiesherman and sent an e-mail.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 1:39 PM by Calibech

I'm very saddened by Obama's poor choice. He chose to be part of the problem rather than the solution.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 2:40 PM by Kelle23

I'm also disappointed that they did not end up adopting a shelter dog. I do rescue and foster work and know how hard it is for dogs in shelters to get a fair break. However, I don't remember the Obamas ever promising to adopt from a shelter. They did say they would try, but from the beginning it was stressed that their daughter had allergies and it would need to be a hypoallergenic dog.

I know they could have adopted a PWD from a rescue group, and maybe that's what they had planned to do. However, it's often hard to find pure breed puppies from rescue groups. Besides, what would you do if you were the president and Sen Ted Kennedy showed up with a puppy for you? If the Obamas hadn't taken the dog it could have caused tension for them.

The president has stated they are going to make a donation to the DC Humane Society to try and make up for not adopting a shelter dog. If Bo had to be rehomed, then it's a rescue in my opinion. In the end, it's a dog that needed a home and to be loved, and two little girls who have their first dog. I'm happy for them while I continue to be saddened for all the animals that we unnecessarily euthanize in the US each day.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 2:59 PM by Kellyluvscats

BF and supporters were BETRAYED...now what will BF do about it?! BF publicly supported one presidential candidate (promoting BO as most likely to bring a shelter animal to the WH, and thus support the mission of BF. But, BF was wrong, it was the McCains that had a TRUE history of being compassionate animal owners--with several strays and rescues). I was disappointed that BF seemed to have a political agenda, instead of remaining neutral during the campaign.

So, BF was DUPED, used and manipulated by BO to get millions of votes (and likely $$/support) from BF supporters to get himself elected. Same old politics--say anything to get elected! Then, as BO has done on other campaign issues, provide an excuse/explpanation once he contradicts his prior stance, and the majority forgives him. Pitiful!! He is a masterful, cunning politician...saddens me that BF was used by him!!! Didn't BF recognize what BO was doing...Barack and Michele had NEVER even owned a dog, but suddenly they were interested in getting a dog (great story the kids are allergic, right). WAKE UP BF--BO desparately tried to portray himself as being "all American" to get elected and he knew that every President has a love for dogs (remember Bill Clinton did this too and used Buddy as a WH prop--then Buddy was neglected and got run over). Now, the media portrays the Obamas as being "the All American Family" because they have a dog. Sorry, too CONTRIVED. It was so SAD to see how uneasy Barack and Michele were around Bo yesterday in their PHOTO OP. The kids were so happy and carefree with Bo, but Barack kept his hands in his pockets around the dog (except bending down to pet him once for the cameras). Both Barack and Michele looked awkward and seemed unable to control Bo as they held the leash and ran after him. Barack ran with his hands in his pockets. Didn't see any real joy and laughter from either (as us dog owners express). When a reporter asked where Bo would sleep, BO laughed "Bo won't sleep in my bed." So much for real affection and compassion for this dog (Barack sadly seemed aloof and distant, but he had not grown up--as we all did-- appreciating and valuing animals as PET COMPANIONS/family members that need and deserve love, proper care, comfort and compassion!!!).

And to blunt anticipated criticism from BF, HSUS and others, the Bo public relations machine created a NEW term "Second Chance"" dog. What, are you kidding?!!! They didn't ADOPT a shelter dog or a rescue group dog (from a shelter), so BO had no choice but to portray the PWD sympathetically as "Second Chance." As if BO and his family are really SAVING this dog from going to the shelter. What a joke that the media fell for. Nothing "Second Chance" about Bo. TV interview showed Bo's breeder stating that the litter was 10 and $2,000 each, all purchased quickly with a waiting list (nice way to exploit innocent animals for a $20,000. profit--get a real job like the rest of us). If Bo was really returned from the purchaser (I believe it was all contrived via Ted Kennedy), he would have been quickly re-sold!! Sorry, the Obamas did NOT give a poor dog a "second chance" and certainly did NOT SAVE an animal's life by adopting (as confirmed in the ET interview). Oh well, Jo Biden bought his dog from breeder as well (how out of touch was he calling an animal shelter, "the pound" and Barack referring to shelter dogs as "mutts." The Obamas have shown themselves again to be elitists--they have one lifestyle, with a $2,000. dog, while everyone else can go get mixed breeds at the shelters.Remember, Barack thinks us "ordinary people/folks" are bitter, clinging to guns/religion. Well, I am an ordinary person (not bitter) that CLINGS to what I consider to be the greatest blessing in my life, shelter adopted/rescue cats and dogs.

The Obamas not only USED BF, their supporters and BF's public relations, but this $2,000. breeder dog (cleverly portrayed as a second hand gift), threatens to UNDERMINE decades of work by BF, other groups and the efforts of individuals like myself to educate the public about animals being needlessly euth in shelters. Therefore, BF MUST distance themselves from the Obama's decision and learn NOT to RELY on a celebrity (Oprah) or politician to promote its message/mission. BF and its supporters are POWERFUL enough to build this movement (and SAVE the life of homeless/abandoned animals, promote shelter adoption) WITHOUT RELYING on others like Obama (with ulterior motives).

PLEASE Best Friends, learn from this mistake and don't be manipulated and duped again...these innocent cats and dogs DESERVE a GOOD-FAITH commitment from the people they depend on.

Time to really counteract the presidential message that it is ok, legitimate, cool to BUY rather that ADOPT a dog (and SAVE a life). How many parents will now justify their pet store purchases by falsely claiming that they had to due to children allergies, so as to not offend shelter advocates?! I shake my head when I see families swarming our mall's pet store.

THANK YOU for this article, and God Bless all at BF for your efforts, especially on behalf of the homeless, abadondoned and disabled animals (and Vick pit bulls) that receive comfort and compassion at your sanctuary!!!

Posted 15 Apr 2009 3:39 PM by jakethedog

Alex you may be the lucky one. I have both allergies and asthma now triggered by cats and all but some non-allergenic dogs. I have to be very careful. I don't think the possibilty of having to medicating a child is the best solution in this case.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 4:09 PM by Kellyluvscats

BREAKING NEWS on Obama's Dog...

"Bo, America's Commander in Leash" children's book will soon be flooding our stores and schools to indoctrinate our kids about bypassing the desperate, homeless dogs in shelters on death row, for the designer breeder puppies, like PWD Bo!! (Wow, way to undermine years of public/school education by animal rights groups and BF et al.)

With this brilliant marketing, Obama's Bo tagged "most famous dog in world" will forever be in our culture as an acceptable way to acquire a dog (and puppies are preferred over shelter adults). Poor, poor Bo is already being exploited for even more PROFIT (can't let Bo's breeder be the only one making $$$). Will any of the book sales be donated to rescue groups/BF?! Doubtful. How many more books will follow?

Guess I was naive to think Bo would be used as only an occasional WH photo-op for the "all American Family "Obamas. NO, this poor dog is nothing more than a MARKETING PLOY!!

Check out the cover of the new book...can you believe it right down to the colorful collar used in the 1st WH photo (tell me it wasn't all staged & contrived, thanks to Ted Kennedy and his personal dog trainer...to circumvent the shelters). And, there is smiling Barack , now portrayed as a hands-on, ideal, responsible pet owner (so much for the rest of us experienced dog owners who value them as pet companions, NOT profit-makers! Oh, guess I'm just being bitter and I too should put my shelter adopted/rescued dogs to work, marketing them to make a profit for me.

Come on Best Friends, are you really surprised that you and other organizations were cut out of this brilliant "presidential 1st dog" marketing to children -- how will you NOW educate the public about the very SERIOUS issue of animal homelessness, high euth rates in shelters and the VALUE of adopting instead of breeder-supported buying?!! Not quite the message you expected and hoped for--bait and switch from Obama the candidate, right?! He did not act in GOOD-FAITH, and was never sincere about the alleged "search for a shelter dog," and the real purpose for it!!!

Best Friends needs a PLAN to counter the glorified, breeder experience that enabled Bo a stint in the WH, and into our culture. Will Bo, $2,000. dog, now become the face of a "dog experience" for children in our society, or will BF continue to promote the REAL and worthy dogs in our society....the sad, filthy, homely faces of Katrina survivors (and other disaster rescues), that are rehabilitated and adopted out to responsible, forever homes (as well as the amazing story of rescued Vick Pit Bulls); senior and disabled animals that make wonderful companions; homeless, abandoned, shelter animals that are just as DESERVING of loving homes; dogs rescued from Puppy Mills by BF, that suffered emotionally and physically for years from greedy breeders????? Will BF continue to EXPOSE this breeder ugliness in our society to counter the "happy books" about White House dog Bo?!

Just as thepage.time.com's site is now headlining a photo of Barack with 1st dog Bo "In Control of His Public Image -- and Loving It" tells the whole story...this sweet, exploited dog Bo is GREAT for Barack's image...man's best friend with the all American president!! What an image--his first dog after 47 years. Bo is a better prop than the American flags that were always displayed behind candidate Obama. Bo the all American WH dog, soon to be out on the campaign trail for 2012, is sure to get Obama elected to his 2nd term...way to go Bo, you'll get to live in the WH 8 years, no shelter experience for you!!!

http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/04/15/first-dog-gets-his-first-childrens-book/

Posted 15 Apr 2009 4:22 PM by msmouse1

I was so disappointed and saddened that the Obama's broke their promise to adopt a shelter dog. It is a sad day for animal shelters - this would have been a hugh boost for them. I feel now people are going to purchase from breeders keeping puppy mills thrieving.
SHAME on you, Mr. President!

Posted 15 Apr 2009 4:22 PM by msmouse1

I was so disappointed and saddened that the Obama's broke their promise to adopt a shelter dog. It is a sad day for animal shelters - this would have been a hugh boost for them. I feel now people are going to purchase from breeders keeping puppy mills thrieving.
SHAME on you, Mr. President!

Posted 15 Apr 2009 4:54 PM by msdramateacherlady

I too am disappointed that the Obamas did not follow through on their commitment to get a shelter dog. But I am also disappointed in all of the negativity and downright hurtful things being said on this board. I view "rescue" people as being compassionate and caring, after reading some of the comments that have been left on this board I feel as though I have been duped by the rescue community.

Yes, it was a let down. Yes, he broke a promise. But I think the most important issue is that Bo is in a good home. The girls look so happy with him and he seems to like his new digs.

I think focusing on negativity is not going to do anybody any good.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 5:16 PM by amyS

msdramateacherlady- the reason those of us express disappointment (e.g. are negative) is because we realize that thousands of pets could have been adopted/saved if the Obama's had (fulfilled their promise) rescued a dog from the shelter or from a rescue group. If you watch the news ...you'll see the impact the first family has on this country. Just as an example- thousands of people are now first time JCrew customers just because Michelle & the girls parade around in JCrew clothing. Same effect would have happened if they were parading around with a rescued dog. Missed opportunity and a tremendous loss for the 500 pets being euthanized in shelters every hour.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 5:21 PM by donnatoepfer

It would have been nice if they went for a shelter dog, but they did have specific requirements because of their daughter. The dog is a second chance dog, not a mutt like they were going to get, but you know what - it is ultimately their decision. I have shelter dogs, I would hate for someone to come in and tell me I have to get this dog, or that dog. They are nonetheless a wonderful family and this dog is going to have a great life.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 5:37 PM by macy

thankyou amy.
and there is,in a shelter right at this moment ,a dog. just like the one obama just received.
point is. he could have did what he said he was going to do and went to a shelter and got the same exact kind of dog. thats all

Posted 15 Apr 2009 8:37 PM by lizreyn

I couldn't be more disappointed. It just seems so typical of a politician... There are so many possible dogs in shelters that they could have chosen, and had such a positive affect on the world.

I'm sure the dog they chose, a darling purebread -still puppy- would have been adopted by someone else.

I was hoping for leadership that could have made such a difference... instead we got a lot of lip service.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 9:11 PM by mistyblue05

msdramateacherlady-Have you ever gone into a shelter and rescued an animal, ever rescued one off the street or from an abuse situation? Have you ever volunteered in a kill shelter? Ever spent time walking the dogs there or spent time with the cats and kittens?

Have you ever tenderly looked into their eyes knowing the kindness you show them might be the last they ever know? Have you ever been ecstatic with joy at finding a good home for an animal that was on death row? Have you ever felt the peace of fostering a shelter animal, buying it crucial time?

Have you ever felt the anguish knowing that pet overpopulation is killing dogs, puppies, cats and kittens each second in this country? Have you ever prayed on your knees and begged God that our leaders would want to do something to change it? Rescue people have....we have walked down the aisles of dogs and cats desperate for any human contact, a look, a touch, just to be noticed. We've seen dogs and cats begging and pleading for their lives. Dogs and cats suffering the heartbreak of abandonment. We have witnessed their incredible, unspeakable suffering.

Believe me, they know what is happening to them. To witness it is almost unbearable. To work to try to save them is what we dedicate ourselves to, we live our cause. We have taken a lucky one out to foster and find a home for, and had to walk past the rows of eyes pleading and begging. We have heard the cries and yelps begging us to not leave them behind. Have you ever laid awake at night haunted by their eyes, faces....their voices? Laid awake sobbing for the ones you could not save? Cry til your eyes burn for the ones too terrified to meet your gaze, huddled in a cold corner?

Have you ever seen a dog fighting the leash, desperately scrambling not to be taken to the euthanasia room in a shelter? Have you ever heard puppies screaming inside a gas chamber? No I don't think you have. Most of the comments you read here come from the hearts of rescuers. We know first hand the tragedy of Obama's decision, that the result is more of the same suffering, staggering euthanasia rates, that the most golden of opportunities to encourage the public and maybe the world to adopt shelter pets has been wasted. In fact, now the public has been encouraged to have quite the opposite view, that purchasing from a breeder is somehow preferable to a shelter pet.

That he could have done something about it and did not is unconscionable. That he used the cause for is own gain is blatently outrageous. That he actually helped encourage people's perceptions that buying from a breeder is better is abominable.

I respect the rescue community like no one else on Earth. Until you understand what it is the individual rescuer experiences on a daily basis, you will never understand how we feel, negative or otherwise. The negativity started with Obama's decision. We did not ask him to lie. Lives are at stake, lives are being lost, and if you expect positive banter about it, think again. People are upset, as they should be, that the most unfortunate of animals, those whose hearts have been broken by human beings, are still going to pay. I hope my use of adjectives was not too hurtful or negative for you. I'm going to use them to send my thoughts to Mr. Obama.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 9:45 PM by taylorw

mistyblue05- your comment was amazing and honest. i think any true animal lover can relate with those emotions that you expressed. i know i've spent nights awake thinking about all of the animals i can't save and how lonely and sad they are and how helpless i am to make it better. yes, the obama dog has a very nice place to call home now- but he was guaranteed that the day he was born to a breeder. those other portuguese water dogs in the shelter have no guarantee on life and that is the disappointing truth.

Posted 15 Apr 2009 11:11 PM by blizzard702

He was well educated on the issue and made a campaign promise. He slapped us in the face plain and simple. If both Obama and Biden can't get with it I will remember that next time around. I see this as writing on the wall for more broken promises. Getting a rescue dog is easy and he failed. Lots of other issues will be much harder.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 8:13 AM by Alex

jakethedog, I have been taking allergy medication off and on my whole life and I am fine. Also, research proves that exposure at a young age can, many times, help improve allergies to animals. I think it is true because my allergies are much better than they were as a child. But, my point was and still is that they could have found a "hypo-allergenic" dog at a rescue or shelter if they bothered to look.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 9:24 AM by dixiesherman

mistyblue05:
Very well said, if the truth is to graphic for some so be it. The opportunity was there for the Obama's to make a huge difference in the lives of animals. They chose the high road, a dog already trained, there will probably be very little they will have to do with Bo except decide where he will sleep at night. I am truly disgusted with the choice they made. There are several PWD on Petfinder, and I'm quite sure with a little search they could have found the perfect dog for their girls. This is a slap in the face to all the rescues that do their very best to take care of all the dogs in their care. This has opened Pandora's Box for all the puppy mills and breeders. This is one more hope dashed for all the helpless animals in this country, and anyone who thinks otherwise is in for a rude awakening. Any person who truly has a love for animals would know and understand the pain and suffering they will go through because of this selfish horrible decision on the part of the Obama''s. I am sorry if there is offense taken by my remarks but I truly believe this has been a decision that will cost many more lives.
Promises broken again!!!!!!!

Posted 16 Apr 2009 10:09 AM by HOVdummy1

Obama played Best Friends and all the other rescue groups for suckers. This man and his wife along with his legislative/political history has shown zero interest in animal welfare or environmental issues until he ran for President. There are many wonderful shelters and rescue groups in the DC Metro area that they could have visited, but no, some puppy compliments of Senator Kennedy is what they wanted. I feel for the First Dog, regardless of where it came from, because it will soon be a photo prop and cared for by the staff.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 11:08 AM by dawniek

I was very upset when I heard the "first dog" was not from a rescue or shelter. I felt the Obamas broke their promise to us. They could have set examples for many Americans. What a huge disappointment!!

Posted 16 Apr 2009 11:47 AM by cindyaburns

I have been and still am one of Obama's biggest supporters and have devoted hundreds of hours and dollars to his campaign. While I still support him, my heart was broken with this selection. He had such an opportunity to help the millions of unwanted dogs in this Country, and instead he did the exact opposite. I have written and called to express my disappointment and encourage everyone who feels the way I do to do the same. To send a comment, go to this link: www.whitehouse.gov/contact and the number to call is 202-456-1111. I was on hold for about 10 minutes, but at least I was able to make my point and talk to a real person. I asked the person who answered if she had received any other calls about this and she said she hadn't, so I encourage everyone who feels strongly about this to call or send a message. Perhaps we could at least get him to acknowledge our disappointment and shed some light on the situation.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 12:42 PM by selaine

Just one more LIE from a politician. Between this and his selection of Geithner, I've lost a lot of respect and belief in Obama. Very sad. I thought he was better than this.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 1:55 PM by pdwlgw

God bless mistyblue05 for her magnificent essay. I volunteer in a kill shelter, and I can verify every single thing she says.

The dogs KNOW. They know that the people walking by looking at them are their very last chances. They know that when the last chance is gone, they will be led away and killed. For some of them, being led into any strange part of the shelter is so terrifying that their feet go out from under them -- they collapse and can't get up.

And they wonder what they have done to be in this lonely, sad, frightening place. Why were they abandoned? What did they do wrong? Who did they offend? Did they not try hard enough?

When you adopt or foster shelter dogs, let me tell you -- they try really, really hard.

You volunteer for two reasons: to try to get dogs adopted, and to be as loving as you can for every single dog -- especially the older ones or the troubled ones or the frightened or sick ones. You may be the only kindness they see today, the only kindness they have ever seen, the last kindness they will see on earth.

And it hurts; it hurts bad, but you keep doing it.

I'm glad that Obama and his family have a dog they'll be happy with. I'm sad that he decided to get a $1600 purebred from an important friend in the Senate. My sadness doesn't count, though. The millions of dying animals in shelters -- their sadness -- I wish he had thought about their sadness.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 1:55 PM by Linda4dogs

Bo's breeder breeds dogs as their "occupation." Interviewed on TV, they said Bo's litter had 10 puppies, $2,000.00 each, all sold quickly with a waiting list. He would have been resold immediately. Bo was never in danger of going to a shelter, and the media implying that the Obamas were compassionate enough to "take in" "save" (since they can't say adopt) a "second chance" dog is laughable. This poor exploited dog gave his breeders a CHANCE to make another $2.000.00 profit from Ted Kennedy. So, maybe Bo is a "second chance" dog, the breeder made a profit off him a second time when he was conveniently (and suspicuously) returned (in time to go to the Obamas so their children wouldn't be traumatized visiting shelters).

This is the "new politics" Obama promised during the election! Politician Obama says one thing, and does another -- it is called duplicity, and Best Friends and supporters were all duped, used and manipulated, as posted yesterday. My family has NO respect for the Obamas after this. No more excuses for him, every time he changes his position and expects his supporters to understand. He is laughing at all of us "animal welfare advocates" who got him into power.

Did Best Friends really think that a 47 yr old man, who had NEVER owned a dog or any pet, would genuinely care about the welfare of homeless, abandoned, abused, and shelter animals?! His wife had never owned a dog either. I agree with a post below: Obama did not act in good-faith, it was a total SHAM, and he made Best Friends and their supporters look FOOLISH. Best Friends wasted our donated money on the "Obama Dog" website. Learn from this mistake and don't waste another marketing campaign on Obama, or help him get elected in 2012. Best Friends must act independently!!! Best Friends must not compromise its integrity and reputation by associating with a situation like this.

ps Saw a Vet on TV who said there are NO hypoallergenic dogs. This "daughter has allergies so we need a special dog (bypass the shelter search)" was all concocted to justify their breeder dog. PWD Bo is a $2.000.00 photo op for the Obamas and does not represent ANYTHING Best Friends stands for~~

Posted 16 Apr 2009 1:59 PM by missydog

It is ridiculous calling this a second chance dog. I wonder if the person who returned the dog was given a refund, or if this dog was paid for twice. This is very disappointing, but not unexpected.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 1:59 PM by nicol

Obama lied. He could have gotten a rescue dog so easily. The entire US rescue community would have helped him find the right dog. This was without a doubt the easiest task facing him. If he can't keep his word on something as easy as this, he will lie about everything else as well. I voted for him and thought there was so much hope, but now realize he is no different than any other lying politician. I really think this country is on a downward slide. Millions of shelter dogs, that could have been adopted if Obama had done the right thing, will now be killed. They will have lived out their last days alone, scared, frightened and without any love or a home, dying in a shelter. Puppy mills will start churning out PWD. Why can't we do better in this country? We are a wealthy, civilized country, yet we allow millions of dogs and cats to be euthanized every year, puppy mills are legal in every state, dog fighting is rampant. What is going on? I am ashamed to be an American, I am ashamed and disgusted that animal welfare is still so lacking and backwards here.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 3:13 PM by l0r1w1ls0n

Thousands without homes
He lied and now many will die
So much hope, now none

Posted 16 Apr 2009 3:48 PM by whalemagic

I was also saddened when I heard that the 1st dog was not coming from a shelter BUT, I am much more saddened with some of these responses. Where is your compassion? This is really about 2 little girls wanting a dog and their parents getting them a dog. Unfortunately the dog was given to them by someone else, but I believe Senator Kennedy's heart was in the right place. I doubt Senator Kennedy has ever been in a shelter but don't you think it made him feel good to see a smile on the girls faces? How could President Obama refuse such a gift, especially one from someone that is dying of brain cancer. Best Friends was founded by people with a compassion for animals, yet many of you have no compassion for this situation. Also the Obama's are FIRST TIME dog owners. I volunteer at our local shelter and there is not one dog that does not have some type of baggage (how can they not).
You really expect a first time dog owner to take on a shelter dog? I know he said they'd try, but lets be realistic. Who knows they may like Bo so much they will get a second dog from a shelter. Hopefully without so much media hype. So much negativity is not making the life of current shelter dogs any better. Please try to find some compassion. I think President Obama is a breath of fresh air compared to our previous President and until President Obama trys to sell off our national forests and national parks to the highest bidder I'll continue to support him.

It takes much more energy to be negative than positive, and some of you are wasting way too much energy.

If you want to blame someone for all the unwanted dogs in the shelters, then blame the AKC, they are promoting puppy mills by registering all those litters and puppies. You can't tell me that in this day of technology the AKC can't tell where puppies are being overbred. But as long as the AKC continues to make money, they won't take any steps to shut down these puppy mills.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 5:31 PM by pdwlgw

I do have compassion for President and Mrs. Obama and their two children and Bo. I wish them well, and I hope they are happy. It's a good thing that they brought some joy to someone who is dying of cancer.

I have more compassion for the 5 million animals that will be killed in shelters this year. If I were dying of cancer, I would want some of them to live.

At the shelters where I have volunteered, I have seen lots of dogs that don't have "baggage". There are some that do. Lots of first-time dog owners choose shelter dogs that have fewer problems, but some of them just choose the ones they fell in love with.

I don't know what the AKC can do about unwanted dogs. I do know that the President of the United States could have made an example that might have saved many thousands of dogs. I know that he promised to do so. And, of course, it is his right and his choice to do otherwise.

It isn't funny that the people here are in anguish for the thousands of dogs that might have lived. They're not feeling very positive about this incredible opportunity that has been lost. They are venting their grief.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 5:37 PM by amyS

whalemagic- I need to address one of your inaccurate statements. The Obama girls would have the same smile on their face if they had adopted a PWD puppy from a shelter. I'm not going to try to address your other statements. I think you need to take a closer look at the posts below. And wait and see how many PWD breeders are going to come out of nowhere as an effect of Obama's decision.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 7:59 PM by whalemagic

no need to address anymore of what I've said, I have said my peace.

I won't be reading anymore about the whole
puppy ordeal, because there is no point for me.

Hope you all can try to find some peace in this situation.

Posted 16 Apr 2009 9:20 PM by pdwlgw

Yes, I hope we all find some peace here.

I hope everyone here -- all of these fine people who want to save homeless animals -- will keep trying, even though this has been a blow.

Everyone is discouraged and saddened, and a lot of us are angry. We'll fix this, though. One day, we'll fix it.

Posted 17 Apr 2009 8:25 AM by dixiesherman

There are many shelter dogs that do not have a lot of baggage. This was an easy out for the Obama's no worries about housebreaking, or even basic training. When he stated they would adopt a shelter dog the world was watching and hoping. But all for nothing!!! The girls would have been just as happy with any dog, but it was politics as usual. Bo would not have been discarded like so many dogs are, now we will be overwhelmed with PWD's just as with Dalmations and other breeds that were popular at the moment. Because of Obama's decision there will be many more animals euthanized, homeless , and abused. These are supposed to be the adults, those who should show by example, they failed miserably. With a little guidance and insight they could have shown their daughters what can be accomplished by adopting a shelter dog. I am thoroughly disgusted with all the defending of Obama. There is no defense, he out and out lied, and the results will be disasterous.

Posted 17 Apr 2009 5:15 PM by ettigirb1

Very disappointing!! I have a rescue dog, my second one. They are smart, beautiful and extremely loyal. My first one was a very abused Shep/Dobie X . I had him for 10 years, lost him to cancer. Have a Rott/Dingo X now, very sweet animal and very clean. I will only have rescue dogs and advise all my friends and family to do the same. I feel Obama made a mistake and it will haunt him. Makes you wonder how many other campaign promises he will ignore. It really is "business as usual" in the White House. I voted for Obama, hoping for change. I now see his arrogance, though.

Posted 17 Apr 2009 6:13 PM by Sophie050

I too am disappointed in Obama's dog selection, but am not surprised. Does anyone know a website where we can send an e-mail to Obama expressing our disapproval? It is especaillay disappointing as PerFinder had a PWD available for adoption right in the DC area!

Posted 17 Apr 2009 6:43 PM by macy

To send a comment, go to this link: www.whitehouse.gov/contact and the number to call is 202-456-1111.
i am bummed the damage is already done. i bet the mills already have the PWD's stuck in cages making more and more dogs. I to was foolish and voted for him. I am not going to give up on the animals because of a broken promise. Obama is a good politcian i really thought he really was going to rescue pup. silly me.

Posted 17 Apr 2009 7:09 PM by luckylady

I am amazed how bitter and vicious most of the posts are here. The president did not "promise" to get a rescue dog... he said they were looking.

If any of you have children that are not adopted are you bad?

Are all of you so pure and righteous?

Posted 17 Apr 2009 7:09 PM by luckylady

I am amazed how bitter and vicious most of the posts are here. The president did not "promise" to get a rescue dog... he said they were looking.

If any of you have children that are not adopted are you bad?

Are all of you so pure and righteous?

Posted 17 Apr 2009 7:09 PM by luckylady

I am amazed how bitter and vicious most of the posts are here. The president did not "promise" to get a rescue dog... he said they were looking.

If any of you have children that are not adopted are you bad?

Are all of you so pure and righteous?

Posted 17 Apr 2009 7:09 PM by luckylady

I am amazed how bitter and vicious most of the posts are here. The president did not "promise" to get a rescue dog... he said they were looking.

If any of you have children that are not adopted are you bad?

Are all of you so pure and righteous?

Posted 17 Apr 2009 9:03 PM by disgusted

I think you are totally missing the point, lucky lady.
He did say they would adopt a shelter dog. Do some research. Pull your head out of the sand and see things for what they are. We are not bitter and viscious we are disgusted with the lies and politics as usual. The Obama's could have made a tremendous difference in the lives of all shelter and rescue animals, be it a cat, dog or whatever. They chose the easy way out. They let down so many people who believed in them, they hurt more than obviously you are able to comprehend. If you think we are bitter and vicious then I suggest you find another site to post on. I am amazed that you would even bother to read what has been posted with a closed mind that you obviously have. Where is your love of the animals? No we are not pure and righteous, we just want truth and not to be snowed by the BS that is presented to us by you and the people like you.

Posted 18 Apr 2009 7:10 AM by PlazaMom

I, too am troubled (but not surprised) by the President not adopting a shelter dog as promised, but there is another point not being addressed here. For all those saying "how could he not accept a dog from Ted Kennedy?," the answer is: by saying no. It was a terrific opportunity to demonstrate the importance of adopting the right dog as a member of your family, not taking one given just because it was given as a gift. What if Speaker Pelosi had provided the girls with Easter chicks? Too big an honor to turn down?

Posted 18 Apr 2009 9:55 AM by amyS

This says it all: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/opinions/cartoonsandvideos/telnaes/telnaes04142009.html (you may need to cut/paste the url)

Posted 18 Apr 2009 1:05 PM by macy

http://animalrights.change.org/blog/view/obama_disappoints_animals_props_up_breeders.
if anyone wants to leave a comment there.

Posted 18 Apr 2009 2:57 PM by mistyblue05

luckylady-The pure and the righteous are being put to death in shelters. We speak on their behalf.

Posted 18 Apr 2009 3:46 PM by mckenna_sidwell

luckylady said: The president did not "promise" to get a rescue dog...

luckylady ~ You really should know what you're talking about before you make any statements.

For your reading pleasure:
Obamas to adopt a rescue dog, Michelle Obama announces

Posted 18 Apr 2009 9:46 PM by luckylady

You are all so funny ... you are willing to despise someone without knowing anything... I have had three ( rescue) dogs... five ( rescue) cats all wonderful .. beautiful beings.... from the pound or rescue parents .... - if you can - rescue all the animals - that's human animals too (so called homo sapiens) - do it and stop pouring on and sniveling about how people are
selective --- everyone is selective -- and you are among the privileged ( as I am) who can even read this and especially people who can afford to take 2 weeks and go volunteer at Best Friends

Posted 18 Apr 2009 9:53 PM by luckylady

You should be happy and rejoice that ANYONE has found a happy secure home with those who will love and care.

Posted 18 Apr 2009 10:06 PM by luckylady

Get mad at the people who buy special breeds and then who home breed and sell them... if they can't sell they destroy them... and get mad at irresponsible breeders...

Get mad at people who buy privately without spaying/neutering...... and then let those poor souls loose to wander without shelter or love...

Get mad at local authorities - demand support of trap spay/neuter roving clinics - pay more taxes.

Posted 18 Apr 2009 11:40 PM by luckylady

do you eat fruits vegetables? ...do you know that the greenworld responds to light sound touch voice , and can move in response to light sound touch...they respond and reproduce in their own way.... so stop eating fruits and vegetabgles...................stop eating...... your are all so judgmental.

Posted 19 Apr 2009 12:18 PM by mckenna_sidwell

Please tell us, luckylady, how it is judgmental to expect an elected official to honor a promise made on air and in print before millions of people? The president had an obligation to honor that commitment just the same as any other campaign promise. By not doing so, he dashed the hopes of rescuers everywhere that shelter and rescue animals would finally have an advocate in their corner who can make a tremendous impact on public knowledge (much like Oprah has for puppy mills). If Obama had made a campaign promise to provide seniors free medication and then once in office changed his mind, would you still think people judgmental for being outraged? It's no different here. He had the opportunity to singlehandedly make a monumental change in public perception and drastically decrease the euthansia numbers. Yeah, we're a bit perturbed to say the least and are darn well entitled to be.

Posted 19 Apr 2009 12:54 PM by malachi

luckylady:
What planet are you on? What do vegetables have to do with the discussion here about the Obama's?
I don't care if you have rescued 100 dogs and cats. You are running on about vegetables, adopting children, insulting the people who are posting here. You seem to be unable to grasp what everyone is talking about. We are stating that a wonderful opportunity was thrown out like yesterdays trash, I'm sorry you consider us sniveling and funny people. Please do some research and learn what we are talking about instead of sitting in judgement of us and telling us to pay more taxes. Your posts don' t make sense. We have every right to be perturbed and angry. Get a life luckylady, obviously you can't comprehend what all of this is about and the ramifications because of it. Everyone who has posted here have made excellent points, their dissapointment and disgust about what has transpired are leigitimate feelings, not vague vaporings like you have posted. If you can't show some respect for the others on here then you need to go elsewhere.

Posted 21 Apr 2009 2:45 PM by Mamakitty2

Thank you, mistyblue05, for so accurately and eloquently expressing what I believe all of us who are involved with animal rescue feel about yet another broken promise from an elected official. While this decision may seem like no big deal to other non-rescuers posting comments on this site, those of us who are involved on a daily basis in saving these homeless animals lives while at the same time working to change public perception of homeless pet issues are both outraged and dismayed by this poor decision.

Not only did Obama break a campaign promise by accepting as a "gift" a purebred puppy from a breeder vs. getting a shelter dog, he set back the No More Homeless Pets Movement and opened the door for all the back yard breeders and puppy mill opportunists to flood the market with PWD's to satisfy all the lemmings in the public who want to own a dog just like the Obama's. I predict we will see an influx of this breed in our overflowing shelters in just a matter of months when people find out that owning a dog is not like buying a J Crew sweater like the ones worn by Obama's wife. I can't help but wonder if this "gift" from Kennedy was nothing more than a calculated smokescreen in an attempt to justify this broken promise..."Gee, how could we possibly refuse this dog as a gift from a Kennedy?". I am sickened by his lack of integrity in keeping what was probably the easiest campaign promise that Obama made and the message that it sends to the general public that shelter animals are somehow not quite good enough to be members of the first family.

Those who feel like he gave this puppy a "second chance" are missing the whole point of what this wasted opportunity means to those of us actively dedicated to making a difference in the lives of homeless animals. The damage has been done, the message sent , and many more innocent pets will now be killed with this one highly publicized selfish act.

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