It appears that Tom Skeldon's Act is getting really old.
I've written a bit recently about Skeldon, but nothing compares to the Toledo Blade's Article from today. Here's a start:
AS THE recent killing of a Point Place family pet makes perfectly clear, the first recommendation from the committee formed to suggest ways to improve the Lucas County dog warden's office must be a change at the top.
It is time for Tom Skeldon to go.
The Feb. 10 death by tranquilizer dart of Princess, a 10-pound Pomeranian-beagle mix that had gotten loose from its home, gave the county's dog warden a chance to show remorse, sympathy, understanding, and flexibility. Instead, after a cursory "sorry," he dug in his heels and blindly defended his department's policies.
It is through such policies, particularly a narrowly envisioned crusade against pit bulls, that Mr. Skeldon has developed a reputation as an uncaring zealot.
Enough.
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The public perception of what constitutes animal control has changed over the past 2 decades. No longer are people content to just see dog wardens protect people from dogs (something Skeldon hasn't been successful at doing), but they also want animal control that will protect dogs from people -- including the dog wardens.
Skeldon is linked in really strongly with the county commissioners. His uncle hired him 22 years ago. His first cousin currently serves on the commission. This may be enough for him to keep his job. But if public perception is any indication, his act is wearing thin.
CompleteHat Tip to all the folks at Help Fido.
I humored myself and checked out Lucas County’s adoptable dogs… yeah all 6 of them. I’ve seen their impound numbers… 6 dogs… is a joke. I can see the 'glaring' effort to help the animals.
I really hope the tides are turning.
Posted by: Adam | March 02, 2009 at 01:57 PM
This is excellent news, I must say. I couldn't comment from California for some reason but I'm back, baby!
It would be so cool if they dumped Skankdon. He was a witness for the Ontario dog-killers...shows how low they have to stoop, doesn't it?
More editorials like this, please.
Posted by: Selma | March 06, 2009 at 10:57 AM