We, concerned citizens and animal lovers of Nashville urgently call upon you to take immediate action to prevent Augusto De Oliveira, also known as The Dog Daddy, from conducting dog training workshops in our communities. His well-documented history of animal abuse and his dangerous training methods pose a significant public safety hazard. Moreover, leading governing bodies within the industry have widely condemned his practices.

As residents who deeply care about the welfare of animals and the safety of our community members, we cannot stand idly by while this individual continues to exploit innocent creatures for personal gain. It is crucial that we unite against such cruelty and ensure that no more animals suffer at the hands of Augusto De Oliveira.

The reasons behind our urgent plea are as follows:

1. Inhumane Training Techniques:
Augusto De Oliveira has repeatedly demonstrated a complete disregard for animal welfare through his use of inhumane training techniques. Reports indicate instances where he has physically abused dogs under his care during training sessions. Such cruel treatment not only inflicts unnecessary pain on these innocent animals but also perpetuates a cycle of fear and aggression.

2. Public Safety Risk:
The dangerous methods employed by Augusto De Oliveira pose a direct threat to public safety within our communities. His reliance on forceful tactics can result in dogs becoming highly aggressive or developing severe behavioral issues that put both their owners and unsuspecting individuals at risk. Allowing him to continue conducting workshops without intervention would be an irresponsible decision that compromises the well-being of both humans and animals alike.

3. Lack of Scientific Support:
Augusto De Oliveira's training methods lack scientific support or validation from reputable experts in canine behavior studies. Leading professionals have consistently emphasized positive reinforcement-based techniques as being effective and humane alternatives to achieve desired results while maintaining the well-being of animals. By allowing Augusto De Oliveira to continue his workshops, we are endorsing outdated and disproven training practices that go against the best interests of our beloved pets.

4. Condemnation from Industry Leaders:
The dog training industry has widely condemned Augusto De Oliveira's methods due to their inherent cruelty and potential harm. Prominent governing bodies, such as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), have explicitly spoken out against his practices. It is imperative that we align ourselves with these respected organizations and refuse to support an individual whose actions are universally condemned by experts in the field.

As concerned citizens who value compassion, safety, and ethical treatment towards animals, we implore you to take immediate action against Augusto De Oliveira. We demand that he be prohibited from conducting any further dog training workshops within our communities.

By signing this petition, we stand united in our commitment to protect innocent animals from abuse and ensure a safer environment for all residents of Sacramento. 

This video from CBS News shows you why The Dog Daddy is a danger to dogs and the public.  But warning, if you're a dog-lover it is a very hard watch.

https://youtu.be/Oo0-rfOm7Cs