Crossposted with permission of Staffycross, an organisation set up to help Staffordshire Bull Terriers and their crossbreeds, in the UK
According to the Dogs Trust 2005 Survey, almost 8,000 healthy dogs were destroyed in council pounds in the UK last year. 8,000 dogs, who had no one of their “own”, died simply because supply outstrips demand and, for us, life carried on.
Staffycross aims to obtain 8,000 “signatures” online, one for every dog that was put to sleep, proving that they DID exist and that this country DOES care. Maybe, by seeing 8,000 different signatures, people will realise how serious the situation is and neuter their dog, preventing further needless deaths.
Not all of the 8,000 dogs were Stafford crosses however, according to Staffycross, having worked with pounds, it’s fair to say that bullbreeds are one of the top breeds arriving at pounds. They are also one of the breeds less likely to get a place of safety.
This appeal for signatures is not just for the bull breeds. It’s for all breeds. It’s too easy to forget that these dogs did die and they deserve more than that. By adding your name and comments below, you will be “speaking up” and count towards our 8,000 target – you can make a difference. ”
Speak Up and Be Counted!
Show your support and add your signature here – it will take you seconds.
“You may never know what results come of your action,
but if you do nothing there will be no result.” – Mahatma Gandhi
* Please note you do NOT have to enter your email address*
You can just enter your name, location (eg town, county or country) and your comment. If you do include your email address, it will be viewed by the public.
Please feel free to send a link to other people in the UK who would be willing to add their signature :)