Loopey for Autism

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Help Change City ordinances in Fayetteville,NC

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We would like to thank each and every one of you for your signatures and support. We have hit a road block as of this moment. We will continue to fight this. We are waiting while HUD does their investigation and working on other options as well. We still ask for your support and really appreciate all of your thoughts, comments, and suggestions. Feel free to e mail us with any help or information. We would still love to move out of this town but due to the money we have put into this fight we can not do that at this time. Anthony is regressing more and like i said we will continue this fight as long as we have to. We will get Loopey back to Anthony one way or another wether it is by some how getting the city to help or by moving out of this town if we come up with the funds to do that. We just hope we can do one of them as soon as possible for our son's sake. Thanks again and God Bless you all.

Pia family
lisabug2007@aol.com

We the undersigned are asking for a change in the city of Fayetteville ordinance as it pertains to Pigs in the city limits. We understand that it states that no Hog should be allowed in the city limits.We are simply asking that the ordinance be amended to allow pot belly pigs as pets. we are willing to follow guidelines to insure that the city is still kept i mind. We are simply asking that one pot belly pig be allowed at a residence , not to exceed 150 lbs and 24inches in height and that the animals dwelling will be kept clean. This is not only for her well being as she is not livestock but a well natuered, loving,very smart part of this family, but also for my autistic son whom we got her for to help him. Please allow the change of the ordinance. We thank you and appreciate your time.

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# 5,164:

3:29 pm PDT, Sep 30, Danielle Vazquez, Florida

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6:51 am PDT, Sep 29, Carol Anderson, Rhode Island
We had our pot belly pig, Maggie Mae Marie, for 8 years while we lived on 3506 Brownes' Ferry Road, Charlotte, NC - a residential neighborhood. Maggie was a friend to all - kids and grown-ups. She crossed the street every day to have a special lunch prepared for her by grandma and grandpa . Maggie was welcome in all the school - we had a special "Kiss the pig" contest for student's teachers - for the class with the most tickets sold - the teacher would have the "honor" of giving Maggie a big sweet kiss - proceeds all donated to schools. Please let this family have their loving pig at home with their son.

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7:11 pm PDT, Sep 28, Name not displayed, California

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4:50 pm PDT, Sep 28, Ken Cooley, California
Another situation where a law is assumed to be more important than the reason for the law. Maybe somebody's ignorance is more important than their understanding. Maybe somebody's fears are more important than their compassion.

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8:20 am PDT, Sep 28, Name not displayed, Missouri
I am an owner of 3 potbelly pigs. They are wise and sentient beings. More intelligent than dogs. Very emotional and affectionate. They form strong bonds with their owners. The boy and the pig are destined to be together. For God sakes, wake up!!!

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8:44 pm PDT, Sep 26, Susan Palmer, Texas

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10:59 am PDT, Sep 23, Nancy Shlemon, Illinois
Whats the problem?? If Loopey is taken care of properly and Anthony is benefiting learning from him, then let the little boy keep his pig. People make to big of a deal out of nothing. they need to keep out of other peoples business.

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8:43 pm PDT, Sep 22, Joshua Lemley, South Carolina

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8:41 pm PDT, Sep 19, Yasmine Barrage, Canada

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2:33 pm PDT, Sep 19, Sonja Nielsen, Denmark

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1:59 pm PDT, Sep 18, Ward Brown, North Carolina
If its the smell thats offensive why not get rid of all animals that stink?

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9:20 am PDT, Sep 18, Heather Strickland, South Carolina
Let Anthony have a piece of joy.

# 5,152:

8:47 am PDT, Sep 18, Faithe Mills, South Carolina
I wish you the best with your fight against this. May God bless you!

# 5,151:

8:46 am PDT, Sep 18, Amber Strickland, South Carolina

# 5,150:

9:55 pm PDT, Sep 17, Sonia Beccheri, Brazil
please save our friends

# 5,149:

7:19 pm PDT, Sep 17, Ellen Strahan, North Carolina
Good luck! Hope y'all get him back!

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9:29 am PDT, Sep 17, Lauren Butler, South Carolina

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9:01 am PDT, Sep 17, BROOKE LEE, South Carolina

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8:21 am PDT, Sep 17, Joe Gleason, South Carolina
Kindness, Compassion, Love. These city councils members need to repeat kindergarden and relearn a few lessons.

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7:31 am PDT, Sep 17, Jessica Gleason, South Carolina

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7:06 am PDT, Sep 17, B White, South Carolina
It is wrong what they have done to this family. With so much crime and corruption in our cities, you would think the city would spend the TAXPAYERS MONEY on more necessary causes. If the city is smart, they will take this opportunity to do the right thing for a change!

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7:21 am PDT, Sep 15, M Collins, Pennsylvania
Therapy animals are allowed everywere...you better look at the people with disablities act...you can not prevent him from having the animal..that is the problem with the us anymore the gov wants to tell you what you can have and do...there are far more problems in the world that a family pet..as long as they keep the proptery clean and the animal is fed and watered and has shelter..he is fine..pigs make good pets....they are not raising him for food..he is a pet.......

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9:01 pm PDT, Sep 13, Joseph Eversole, Connecticut
I hope one day that imbeciles like the five city council members who voted to uphold the ban and not grant a variance find themselves in a situation where a little compassion would help them, and then is denied in a routine manner. If I knew how, I would become a resident of Fayetteville just long enough to vote them out of office. I wish Loopey and Anthony the best of luck in being reunited.

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2:28 am PDT, Sep 13, Name not displayed, California
I have to say Loopey the pig is much more human than those heartless politicians.

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11:03 am PDT, Sep 12, Crystal Barr, West Virginia
This is utterly rediculous!!! There should never have been a problem with this. Loopey is nothing more than a service animal for a very special little boy. Those that voted against this should be ashamed of theirselves. This innocent boy is having his rights taken away. " that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it" THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

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9:56 am PDT, Sep 12, Name not displayed, North Carolina

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9:39 pm PDT, Sep 11, Jennifer Higinbotham, Indiana
The council has nothing better to do than take away childrens pets? That's just petty and cruel. Think about what a terrible thing you did and fix this!

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6:32 pm PDT, Sep 11, Beth Michael, Georgia
Let the child keep his pig. I personally own two pot belly pigs. They make wonderful pets. Ours are clean, quiet, intelligent (ours were easily trained to use a litterbox and walk on a leash), and very affectionate. They are most definitely not "livestock" animals, as many cities claim them to be. If the pig helps the child, let him keep it. I'm sure there are much more important issues that this city council could be focused on.

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5:11 pm PDT, Sep 11, Name not displayed, Wisconsin

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4:30 pm PDT, Sep 11, D. Suzanna Hamilton, Texas

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2:09 pm PDT, Sep 11, Eric Zorrilla, California
There are several legal solutions to this situation that would allow Loopey to be returned to her home and owners. City Council of Fayettvile, please be pragmatic and humanitarian and reunite Anthony and Loopey. The ADA and USDA agree that domesticated pot-pellied pigs, distinguished from hogs, are companion animals that can function as service animals, as in this instance.

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1:56 pm PDT, Sep 11, Lori Anderson, Texas
I have already e-mailed the city council on Loopey and Anthony's behalf. I really hope he gets to go home!

# 5,132:

11:07 am PDT, Sep 11, Ann Justus, Mississippi
Loopey is clearly a service animal. This is ridiculous. SHAME on Fayetteville city council!!! Praying for Anthony and his family! So sorry this has happened!

# 5,131:

3:56 pm PDT, Sep 10, Tara Lilley, California
Give the boy what he needs!

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12:02 pm PDT, Sep 10, Rebecca Young, North Carolina

# 5,129:

11:48 am PDT, Sep 10, Name not displayed, North Carolina
Taking this child's pet is WRONG!!!!!!!!!! Rules can have exceptions to them. Be Kind!

# 5,128:

10:20 am PDT, Sep 9, Marilyn Morard, Missouri
PLEASE return this service animal! It is very, very imortant to the life of this pecious boy. Thank you.

# 5,127:

7:08 pm PDT, Sep 8, Leighann Blaylock, Georgia
I have a potbelly pig who is 16 yrs. old. Potbelly pigs are no bigger than a short long dog. Their bowel movements have no odor, unlike a dog. They don't bark, have fleas. They are smarter than a dog. The Dept. of Agriculture recognizes potbelly pigs as companion animals. They have feelings and after being with this family for over a year, to be separated from them is cruel to the animal and the family. Please allow this pet to come home.

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6:08 pm PDT, Sep 8, Julia Tawyea', Pennsylvania

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1:36 pm PDT, Sep 8, Milena Jovicic, Serbia And Montenegro

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8:54 am PDT, Sep 8, Dee Jones, Canada

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7:54 am PDT, Sep 8, Karen Miller, Virginia
We , as a country, really need to look at the truth about pigs... they are clean, social animals...They rate highter on the IQ list than our dogs and cats and more! Ive clicker trained one! There is NO reason to deny a person ownership of a pig in the city...Let the city inspectors come out and look around and they can testify to the planning commity, and ordinance makers...Consider WHY the voters keep and love pigs.... there must be SOMETHING to it, right?? Please speak for the people and change the archaic ordinances against pigs... its not just this one case, but many to follow form folks who KNOW pigs and how adaptable they are to living indoors and in the city... Please list to the heartbeat of the people..

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7:52 am PDT, Sep 8, Jennifer Schwartz, Connecticut
It's absolutely astonishing how ignorant people and our government can be. Please allow this potbellied pig to go back to her family, who loves and needs her. The welfare of a young child is at stake!

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7:40 am PDT, Sep 8, Leslie Maynard, Arizona
Dear Council Members, Please take time to learn about Pot Belly Pigs. The USDA has spent considerable time in their decision to classify them as COMPANION Animals. I have three House Pigs. They are easily house trained, cleaner and smarter than any dog i have ever owned. They are quiet and loving and make excellent pets and companions. Unless Fayetteville Council Members can take adequate time to thoroughly research this subject, they should adopt the decision of the USDA and Classify Pot Belly Pigs as Companion Animals.

# 5,120:

6:31 am PDT, Sep 8, Pat Winne, Texas
C'mon Fayetteville, do the right thing; give the boy his pet back.

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5:26 am PDT, Sep 8, Trace Downey, Texas

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9:01 pm PDT, Sep 7, Sherry Burnett, Canada
C'mon Fayeteville, let Anthony have his pig back. They are very special animals, and this is not the first time I have heard of them helping autistic children. They are gentle, quiet, clean and make wonderful pets for people who do their research and know what their needs are, and what to expect.

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5:38 pm PDT, Sep 6, Bianca Paris, California

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3:34 pm PDT, Sep 6, Sarah Parlow, Texas

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2:52 pm PDT, Sep 6, Dina Valicenti, California

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6:41 pm PDT, Sep 5, Christine Montgomery, California

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6:08 pm PDT, Sep 5, Rebecca Jamme, Florida

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4:28 am PDT, Sep 4, Name not displayed, Connecticut

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3:02 am PDT, Sep 4, PAIGE MCHUGH, Connecticut
Isn't it unfair enough that a child must be born with autism? The fact that this boy found another being to bond with is a wonderful thing and could be the corner stone of a new chapter in his life. Why must you make it an unhappy one?

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10:18 pm PDT, Sep 3, Name not displayed, Canada

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1:25 pm PDT, Sep 3, Arun Mahesh, Pakistan

# 5,108:

9:35 am PDT, Sep 2, Christopher Chamblee, Louisiana
Jesus Christ give that boy his pig. What is wrong with you people? This is what happens when government beurocracy takes over and common sense is left to the wind. If you can't find a lawyer as touched by this story that I have been that is willing to help, please contact me as I'm sure my lawyer will either take the cause himself or know someone better suited to the task he can point you to. The fact that this has to come to litigation is sickening. You people on the county board are a bunch of idiots. Give the boy his pig back. You people are going to rot in hell for this.

# 5,107:

6:33 pm PDT, Sep 1, Kim Reinhardt, North Carolina
I teach children with autism and have this to say. They have especially unique learning, socialization, and communication needs, even within the autism spectrum. I have often thought that calm, loving animals would be a wonderful way to teach them spontaneous communication and develop social and community awareness. Please consider stepping out of conventional, mid-century thought...let's start looking at creative ways to teach, care, and govern. Here's a chance to look great in the eyes of the world, Fayetteville!!!

# 5,106:

2:28 pm PDT, Sep 1, Paige Chamblee, Louisiana
This is a very sad story, and I sincerely hope that Anthony's pet pig is returned to him. Having a beloved pet taken away from you is always heartbreaking, and I imagine even moreso for a young autistic boy. Pot-bellied pigs are considered domesticated animals, so I see no reason why this boy's pet should be taken away from him.

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1:13 pm PDT, Sep 1, Louise Tompkins, Canada

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11:39 am PDT, Sep 1, Eva DeRoche, Texas

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1:15 pm PDT, Aug 31, Betsy Garvey, Texas

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6:56 am PDT, Aug 30, Name not displayed, Texas

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6:39 pm PDT, Aug 29, Summer Steinberger, Texas
There should be no limits on any animal that serves a therapeutic purpose in a child's life.

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