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Dear Editor:
Having read the numerous articles on Hancock County Animal Shelter, I would venture to say the problem isn’t the shelter as it is the supply of animals.
The solution would be to pass legislation that requires all cats and dogs to be licensed in Hancock County. If they are not neutered then a breeder’s license would have to be purchased at an additional cost.
Set the fee high enough so that it produces enough revenue to hire the necessary people to handle the work load. Fix the fine for unlicensed animals at a high rate to discourage violators. Set the fine for dumping animals so high that it would be foolish for anyone to try. Prosecuting for animal cruelty would also be added.
There will be a thousand reasons why this won’t work. Make it work if you have to take it to a state level. Those too poor to afford animals don’t need to be pet owners.
I spend a small fortune for vet care and pills. I find a way to assure that my pet is healthy.
Your income from this problem should solve the manpower to run a successful business. Quit talking and do something.
Jim McMasters
Wellsville