New Animal Protection Legislation

We, the undersigned, support the St. John's SPCA in it's efforts to obtain new Animal Protection legislation.

The current Act was made into law in 1978 to help prevent animal cruelty and mistreatment, and to provide a method for assisting animals in distress. However, the penalties and fines it outlines are antiquated and provide little or no deterrent, allowing perpetrators to walk away with nothing more then a slap on the wrist.

Continuing incidents of horrific cruelty and abuse illustrate an urgent need for action. Those without a voice cry out to us -- and they deserve nothing less than immediate attention.

We strongly support the efforts of the SPCA and respectfully ask that you and your colleagues give them diligent consideration.

On behalf of the voiceless, we thank you!