Target: Mr. Chitwood, Sheriff of Volusia County, Florida, United States
Goal: Demand a thorough investigation into the case of reportedly malnourished dogs and a dead puppy.
In DeLand, Florida, Kevin Proulx, a resident of Pursley Drive, was arrested after several apparently malnourished dogs and a dead puppy were discovered at his filth-ridden home. The allegedly deplorable conditions in which the animals were found raise grave concerns about their well-being and the welfare of animals in general.
A neighbor had requested a well-being check on behalf of Proulx after hearing unusual barking and noticing the absence of the dogs. When an officer responded to the home on June 16, Proulx allegedly failed to answer the door but eventually emerged, reportedly with feces on his feet and claiming to have a heart attack. As Proulx was hospitalized, the living dogs were taken to the DeLand Police Department’s kennel, while the deceased puppy was sent to DeLand Animal Hospital.
The surviving dogs, which included three hound-mix puppies of approximately 9 months old, a 3-to-4-year-old Weimaraner named Ghost, and a 2-to-3-year-old German shorthair pointer named Kiara, were reportedly found in distressing conditions. Kiara was described as “very skinny and scared.” This alleged act of cruelty and neglect towards these innocent animals is a flagrant violation of ethical principles and the laws protecting animal welfare. Demand action now.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Mr. Chitwood,
We are writing to express our profound concern and outrage regarding an alleged incident of animal cruelty at the residence of Kevin Proulx in DeLand, Florida. The reported discovery of malnourished dogs and a deceased puppy in allegedly deplorable conditions demands immediate action and a thorough investigation.
The described appalling conditions in which these innocent animals were found are an affront to ethical principles and an alleged violation of the laws safeguarding animal welfare. We demand that Kevin Proulx be held accountable for his actions, if found guilty, through a diligent investigation and appropriate legal proceedings.
Furthermore, we call upon you to strengthen animal welfare enforcement and increase public awareness about the importance of treating animals with compassion and care. By taking decisive action, you can send a clear message that Volusia County is committed to upholding the rights and welfare of all living beings.
We entrust you with the responsibility of ensuring that the rights and welfare of animals are protected. We urge you to take a firm stance against this alleged animal cruelty, bring the perpetrator to justice, and advocate for the well-being of animals within Volusia County.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
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