Animal Shelter Confinement and Welfare Policies

Expressed deep concern over long-term isolation of shelter dogs Ziggy and Lance, asking why volunteers are not allowed to walk them.

Thanked the board for past shelter improvements but asked for an action plan for dogs in isolation and better communication.

Criticized the board for keeping dogs in cages for months, citing wasted taxpayer dollars and ignoring 75 years of combined staff experience.

Strongly condemned the solitary confinement of shelter dogs Lance and Ziggy as cruel and politically motivated.

Asked the board to take a treatment team approach for shelter dog Graham and consult experienced staff and handlers.

Highlighted the months-long bite hold confinement of Lance and Ziggy and asked for humane solutions and outdoor access.

Thanked Supervisor Ferretti for researching rescue organizations and asked for an independent, professional behaviorist to evaluate shelter dogs.