Save Lilo: Demand Immediate Action to Protect a Dog Who Deserves Better

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The Issue

Lilo cannot tell us when she is thirsty.

She cannot call for help when she's scared.

She cannot choose to leave when the conditions around her become unsafe.

She has only the people willing to speak on her behalf.

For weeks, concerned citizens have documented and reported conditions that have raised serious concerns about Lilo's welfare. Photos and videos have shown situations that many believe warrant immediate attention, including concerns about access to water, exposure to extreme weather, confinement, and overall living conditions. These concerns have been reported to the appropriate authorities multiple times by members of the community.

Despite those reports, many citizens believe meaningful intervention has not occurred.

We are asking that Georgia's animal welfare laws and local ordinances be applied fairly, thoroughly, and consistently. Every report of potential neglect deserves a complete investigation, and every animal deserves protection when their basic needs may not be met.

We respectfully ask the appropriate authorities to:

Conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into Lilo's welfare.

Enforce all applicable Georgia laws and local ordinances concerning animal care.

Take lawful action against the abuse, illegal, and inhumane treatment of Lilo. 

Animals rely entirely on humans for their care. When members of a community repeatedly raise concerns about an animal's well-being, those concerns deserve to be heard and carefully investigated.

Lilo's story has touched the hearts of countless people because it reminds us that compassion is measured not by what we say, but by what we do.

Today, we ask our community to stand together, in hope.

Hope that Lilo will receive the care every dog deserves.

Hope that our laws will be enforced fairly.

Hope that no animal will have to wait for help when help is available.

Please sign this petition to respectfully urge local officials to take immediate, appropriate action to ensure Lilo's safety and well-being.

Because every dog deserves more than survival. Every dog deserves a chance to live safely, humanely, and with dignity.

The Decision Makers

Jeff Drossman
Jeff Drossman
Chief of Police - Commerce, GA
Responded
Good afternoon! City Management did post a statement on the City of Commerce Facebook page regarding Lilo. The Jackson County Animal Control is the investigative party on this matter. Because the City of Commerce does not have animal control services as with all jurisdictions within Jackson County, the Jackson County Animal Control provides their services. The Jackson County Animal Control conducted an investigation and additional follow ups with the owners of Lilo. Based on their investigation, a summons to appear in court along with meeting specific standards expected of animal owners falls within the jurisdiction and decision-making of the Jackson County Animal Control. I would suggest reaching out to Animal Control who can better define their policies and protocol for incidents such as this. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance. Jeff Drossman Chief of Police
Mary Robnett
Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney
Responded
Hello, The Prosecuting Attorney's Office has not received a referral regarding this incident. These cases involve individual assessments of each animal by veterinarians, and Tacoma's investigation is likely ongoing. If Tacoma makes any referrals regarding Animal Cruelty in the First Degree, which is a felony, our office will assess the evidence and making charging decisions. If there are referrals for Animal Cruelty in the Second Degree, which is a gross misdemeanor, those referrals will go to the Tacoma City Attorney's Office. Sincerely, Mary Robnett Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney
J. Hill
Commerce City Mayor

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