HomeMy WebLinkAboutSpeaker (2) Unleashed Dogs PresentationUnleashed Dogs in Port Arthur
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Major Concerns of a dog bite:
1.Rabies: If not treated, the disease can
reach the brain and cause death.
2.Capnocytophaga is a bacteria that lives
in the mouth of cats and dogs without
causing infection.
3.Tetanus may present with muscle
spasms, cramping of the jaw,difficulty
swallowing and muscle stiffness.
4.Pasteurella: It is a bacteria that can
cause infections after a bite from a dog.
5.Fractured or broken bone.
6.Permanent scarring
REQUESTED ACTIONS
•Authorize a zero-tolerance policy
•Implement ordinances that strengthen the City’s ability to punish homeowners who fail to follow the policies
•Strengthen dog ordinance due incidents of attacks and
threats by dogs
•Hold all homeowners account for not leashing their dog
•Based on my interactions they have zero fear of reprisal/legal action from the City. Basically, they think it
is a joke.
•I am not anti-dog. I am anti-dangerous dog.