Hi everyone, 

As some of you are aware our dog Bear was involved in an incident on our property on the 24th of March 2022. Our neighbour was banging/yelling at our front door for over 15 minutes and my room mate has opened the door and accidentally let him out, which has resulting in him biting the neighbours arm.. Bear has always been a fiercely protective dog towards his family and property. The council came shortly after this incident and took Bear where he has been kept over the past 14 days. Those who know Bear personally will know that he loves running, swimming at the beach, playing with his toys (and rocks..), having snuggles with his loved ones, and interacting with people - including children. We have been visiting him frequently, however our visits are non-contact and through a cage. This has been torture for Bear and he is not handling the situation well. In fact, on one of my previous visits with Bear he had two nails hanging off from him clawing at the cage trying to get out. On the 1st of April, we received a notice of destruction for Bear - a polite way of saying that they are killing him. We have been informed that we will not be allowed to have a contact visit prior to Bear being euthanised or be there when it occurs, so he will be scared and alone... Bear is only 5 years old and he has a family and home to come back to. We have 14 days to appeal this decision and we want to get all of Bear's family and friends involved by petitioning against this inhumane act. If it allows, please add comments on your time spent with Bear as this will be forwarded on to the Sunshine Coast Council for them to consider. 

Thanks!