Detroit, MI - Ace, a sorely neglected Pit bull, has suffered long enough.
Under the best of circumstances, his pitiful body would elicit sorrow. But Ace is not a dog who has been saved - nor a dog who is being cared for.
Though this severely neglected dog has been taken off of the streets, he is not receiving loving care.
Instead, he sits behind bars waiting to be killed.
His crime (which should not be a crime at all) is that he was born a Pit bull.
On November 4, Ace was picked up and taken to the Detroit Animal Control.
According to the "rules" of this animal control, Ace, being a "dangerous dog breed" cannot be turned over to a rescue or an adopter.
It doesn't matter that Ace is not a dangerous dog - instead, all that matters is that he is a Pit bull.
Thousands have rallied for Ace - demanding that he be given a chance to be rescued. There appeared to be hope for Ace today at a City Council meeting.
According to WXYZ News, after hearing pleas for Ace's life, City Council President Charles Pugh requested that an exception be made for this highly sought after dog.
Apparently Pugh felt that a transfer of ownership (and liability) to a rescue organization should be allowed.
Unfortunately, Loretta Davis and the Health Department are trumping the request of the City Council.
Continuing to persecute a dog who has already suffered too much.
If you would like to (politely) voice your Loretta Davis, please send an email to: ldavis4@co.wayne.mi.us
Stay current on the most recent progress in this fight for Ace's life at the "Save Ace" Facebook page.
The Detroit Dog Rescue is also fighting for Ace's life. Follow their progress at this link to their Facebook page.
Last, but not least - here is a link to the City of Detroit where contact information is provided for officials in the city.
Always remain cordial and respectful in your correspondence - a life depends on it.
Without action, Ace will likely be killed on Friday.
The clock is ticking - a dog will be wrongfully killed if nothing is done.
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