She was late getting him out, so when she went to shut the door she accidentally dropped the leash and Buddy went running down the stairs to go to the bathroom. Buddy came running up to them to play and the two dogs lunged at Buddy. Luis, the
owner, let go of the dogs leashes and they jumped on Buddy. Buddy did not bite the little dogs hanging on him until the daughter came in and started pushi
ng the Sheltie away. The Sheltie went to bite the girl and that is when Buddy started fighting.The owner was punching Buddy in the jaw to try to get Buddy to let go (stupid) and when the other daughter heard the commotion she came down and grabbed Buddy by the back legs (smart) and this caused Buddy to finally let go. AC came, took the statement of Luis and took Buddy to quarantine. They released the sheltie but have Buddy in custody. The decision has been made to deem Buddy a class 2 dangerous dog (highest level). This is in the
process of being appealed. The word of a man who does not communicate well and changes his story around was believed over the eye witness testimony of the owner and her two daughters.One of the daughters was bitten by the Shetland Sheepdog. Below is the petition. Buddy was declared dangerous. Below is the local, relevant county ordinance. In my opinion, this determination is clearly erroneous as Buddy was not only defending himself, but also defending the owner's daughter from the Collie that bite her. As the ordinance states, Buddy should NOT have been deemed dangerous/potentially dangerous as he was being assaulted by the other dogs as well as defending the girl. This is terrible! Section 5-32(c)- The division manager shall make an initial determination as to whether there is sufficient cause to classify the dog as dangerous or potentially dangerous. The division manager shall classify any dog as a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog in the event he/she determines that the dog meets the requirements for dangerous or potentially dangerous dog as specified in section 5-29, Orange County Code. A dog shall not be classified as dangerous or potentially dangerous if the threat, injury, or damage was sustained by a person who, at the time, was unlawfully on the property, or while lawfully on the property, tormented, abused or assaulted the animal or its owner or a family member or a guest of the owner. No dog may be classified as dangerous or potentially dangerous if the dog was protecting or defending a human being within the immediate vicinity of the dog from an unjustified attack or assault. The division manager shall provide written notice to the owner or keeper of such animal by registered mail, certified hand delivery, or service in conformance with the provisions of F.S. ch. 48, relating to service of process. The written notice shall include the basis for declaring the dog dangerous or potentially dangerous, a description of the dog, and the responsibility of the owner or keeper for maintenance of the dog. If the owner decides to appeal the initial determination of dangerous or potentially dangerous, they may request a hearing before the animal services classification committee to show cause why such dog should not be declared dangerous or potentially dangerous. The request for a hearing must be filed, in writing, with the division manager within seven (7) working days after receipt of written notice of the division manager's determination or action. The written hearing request must briefly state the grounds therefore and list the names and addresses of any witnesses the owner intends to call at the hearing. If the division manager receives a timely written request for a hearing regarding a dangerous or potentially dangerous dog classification, he/she shall immediately refer the request, completed investigation, and initial determination to the classification committee. The classification committee shall schedule a hearing to be held not more than twenty-one (21) working days and no sooner than five (5) working days after the division manager's receipt of the request from the owner. http://www.thepetitionsite.com/2/animal-services-orange-county-orlando-fl-orange-county-clerk-of-courts-orlando-fl/
Please take a moment and send e-mails to the Mayor and City Officials. Let them know how you feel about this case:
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Here are the e-mail address for the City of Orlando people. We are now going to send them messages as well as Orange County Government people. Lets do this. They are up for reelection this April..Lets remind them of that. [email protected],[email protected],[email protected],[email protected],[email protected],[email protected],[email protected]
Here are phone numbers to call for The City of Orlando:
Mayor Buddy Dyer 407.246.2221
Chief of Staff Frank Billingsley 407.246.2221
Time to call and do not take no for an answer. if they give you a hard time tell them you are contacting the offices of Mike Cantone next. Maybe the opposition
can help stop this breedism injustice in Orange County AND the city of Orlando.. City Commisioners of The City of Orlando
City Commissioner, District 1 Phil Diamond 407.246.2001
City Commissioner, District 2 Tony Ortiz 407.246.2002
City Commissioner, District 3 Robert F. Stuart 407.246.2003
City Commissioner, District 4 Patty Sheehan 407.246.2004
City Commissioner, District 5 Daisy W. Lynum 407.246.2005
City Commissioner, District 6 Samuel B. Ings 407.246.2006
Ok Everyone, please take a moment and call, write and fax a polite message about getting the dangerous dog label off of Buddy. We need to contact BOTH Orange County Government as well as The City of Orlando people as well. Here is Orange County:
Here are phone numbers for Orange County Government people, also PLEASE SEND FAXES! Email: Mayor Teresa Jacobs
Telephone: 407-836-7370
Fax: 407-836-7360
Commissioner Boyd
Telephone: 407-836-7350
Fax: 407-836-5879
Commissioner Brummer
Telephone: 407-836-7350
Fax: 407-836-5879
Commissioner Martinez
Telephone: 407-836-5140 or 407-836-5309
Fax: 407-836-5976
Jennifer Thompson
Telephone: 407-836-7350
Fax: 407-836-5879
Commissioner Edwards
Telephone: 407-836-7350
[email protected]
Telephone: 407-836-5860
Fax: 407-836-5879
Postal Address:
Commissioner Tiffany Moore Russell
This is the Chip In for Buddy. The attorney works pro bono but there are still court costs which must be paid. Also, we also need money in the account set up as a trust fund for the dog. All of this is critical in getting Buddy the legal representation he needs. http://www.youcaring.com/fundraiser_details?fundraiser_id=1542&url=free
