Like most local residents, we at the Peninsula Humane Society are horrified by the recent dog mauling. We've discussed our current practices and proposed new ones which will have a meaningful impact on pit bull overpopulation. Currently, we make some pit bulls and mixes available for adoption only after careful evaluation by skilled staff. For adopters, we make obedience classes and a pre-adoption home check mandatory. Through our free helpline, we explain how people can read their dogs' warning signs which may indicate future aggression. Our volunteers visit county schools and teach school children how to be safe around a family dog or stray, and what to do if attacked. These presentations, plus periodic workshops on "Dog Safety for Children," are free.
We are pleased to offer new, meaningful resources. Knowing that altered dogs are better behaved and much less likely to bite and act aggressively, we are offering San Mateo County residents a free "fix" plus $10 in cash when they alter their pit or pit mix at our clinic. And, very soon, we will offer a free workshop for pit and pit mix owners, not limited to county residents. Our experts will help owners better understand an often misunderstood and mishandled breed.
The Peninsula Humane Society will continue offering compassion for all and a second chance for some stray, neglected and owner-surrendered pit bulls while being ever mindful of public safety and education. For a humane society, one consideration does not outweigh the other. Both are essential.
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