Target: A. Billingsley, Borough Attorney of North Star Fairbanks Borough
Goal: Prosecute animal rescue business owner accused of multiple counts of cruelty to fullest extent.
It took two decades and several accusations of animal neglect and cruelty, but Alaska’s Loving Companions Animal Rescue has finally closed its doors. After a neglect complaint was made to local police earlier in the year, an investigation commenced that eventually resulted in the under-fire organization’s closure. Now, its owner, Donna Buck-Davis, is facing animal cruelty charges that include a felony count.
Among the allegations are reports from individuals who volunteered at the site of poor, unsanitary, and unlivable conditions. The fact that the accused marketed this place as a refuge for the most vulnerable and at-risk animals makes the possible abuses committed even worse. Such potential crimes undermine the whole cause of animal rescues and do harm to genuinely compassionate individuals who do have good intentions.
Sign the petition below to demand this woman be held to account if she is found guilty.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Attorney Billingsley,
Loving Companions Animal Rescue seemingly flew under the radar for 20-plus years. While on the surface this organization presented an image of empathy, love for animals, and good service, volunteers allege the true reflection was much darker. Apparently, allegations of abuse and neglect have been a consistent fixture.
The reported response to these concerns, however, was anything but consistent or prompt. This potentially clear and present danger to animal welfare was even allowed to remain in operation while it underwent a felony-level investigation. Only when the charges came back did it shutter. Please ensure the pursuit of justice in this case does not meet a similar plodding dead end.
Donna Buck-Davis allegedly violated her most essential duties of care multiple times. She should pay the maximum possible price if she is deemed guilty.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo Credit: Irina Zhur
