Wendy
I was once told that newspapers are written for the level of ten year
olds because that’s the comprehend ability of the general public. Maybe
this also applies to the ability of those local residents to understand
the issue and all they see is a cute doggy left out all by itself. And,
maybe this is the level of environmental understanding that some people
have when they walk their dogs in areas where they have been asked not
to. No malicious intent just simple minded ignorance of the issues.
Greg Little
Greg Little - Principal Consultant
General Flora and Fauna
PO Box 526
Wallsend, NSW, 2287, Australia
Ph 02 49 556609
Fx 02 49 556671
www.gff.com.au
-----Original Message-----
From:
On Behalf Of Wendy
Sent: Wednesday, 20 February 2008 7:34 PM
To:
Subject: Maremma dogs and penguins in Warrnambool (SW
Vic)-asetback
Personally, laughter is not my response.
This makes me sick.
People (including, sadly, some birders it seems) are so selfish and
thoughtless. Why go out of your way to ignore "constant warnings to stay
off
the island"
It is highly inappropriate to interact, feed or play with a working dog.
There are plenty of other dogs in Australia and Warrnambool area. Many
are
neglected and underfed. If people must interact with dogs by ".......
taking out food, squeaky toys and balls ....." perhaps they could do
this
for an animal that NEEDS food and company! Maybe they could volunteer at
the
local animal shelter.
They should not interfere with a well fed and cared for animal doing an
important job.
Wendy
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