I am an animal lover who recently adopted a senior dog from the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS). This poor creature had clear signs of neglect; he was peeing blood despite medical records falsely claiming that this issue had been resolved. He also had years' worth of dead fur stuck to him, filling two trash bags when finally removed. When I voiced my concerns about their neglect and abuse, SDHS blocked me from their Facebook pages in an attempt to silence me and hide their wrongdoings.

The SDHS has been featured in several news media stories regarding their mistreatment of animals. Their actions are not only unethical but also illegal under California Penal Code Section 597, which makes it a crime to maliciously and intentionally harm an animal. Yet, the "leadership" at SDHS continues to turn a blind eye towards these horrific acts.

This is not just about one dog; it's about all the animals suffering under the care of this organization. We cannot stand by while these innocent creatures are subjected to such cruelty and negligence.

We demand immediate action against those responsible for these atrocities at SDHS - starting with the resignation or termination of its current leadership.  The current leadership is.

• Gary Weitzman 

DVM, MPH, CAWA

President and CEO

• Brian Daugherty

Executive Vice President

• Jessica Des Lauriers 

CAWA

Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

• Michael Lowry

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

• Zarah Hedge 

DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DABVP

Vice President, Chief Medical Officer

• Jace Huggins

Vice President and Chief of Humane Law Enforcement (FAILURE AS A LEO FOR ALLOWING SDHS TO MISTREAT AND NEGLECT ANIMALS)

• Jennifer Grantham

Vice President, Philanthropy and Communications

• Amanda Kowalski
DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DABVP
Vice President, Behavior Programs

• Tina Nguyen 

SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Vice President, Employee Engagement

• Carol Spychalski

Vice President of Philanthropy

• Stacey Zeitlin 
MAT
Vice President, Community Impact

• Jon Enyart 

DVM

Sr. Director of Project Wildlife

 

It's time we held them accountable for their actions and ensured that no more animals suffer under their watch.

Please sign this petition if you believe in justice for all creatures big and small, if you believe that every life deserves respect and care. Let's fight together against animal abuse at the San Diego Humane Society!