Target: Reno Di Domenico, Vice President, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, New York
Goal: Ensure full investigation and protective enforcement after dogs were allegedly left exposed to subzero temperatures without adequate shelter or care.
A deeply troubling situation has emerged after multiple dogs were allegedly left outdoors during dangerously low temperatures, prompting urgent public concern and emergency calls for intervention. Witness photographs and video reportedly depicted animals exposed to extreme cold, raising fears of possible suffering, exposure, or harm. Authorities responded to the residence, and at least one dog was removed for evaluation related to alleged cold exposure while others were brought indoors.
Public concern intensified following questions about how such alleged incidents are handled and which agencies hold enforcement responsibility. Statements from officials indicated that specialized humane law enforcement authorities are responsible for investigating allegations of cruelty or neglect and coordinating protective responses. Animal welfare representatives have emphasized the importance of safeguarding animals during extreme weather and ensuring compliance with legal requirements for shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Exposure of vulnerable animals to subzero conditions without adequate protection demands careful investigation and decisive preventive action. Ensuring that animal protection laws are fully enforced where evidence supports violations is essential to prevent further suffering and to uphold community trust in humane safeguards. This petition therefore calls for thorough investigation, protective enforcement, and strengthened prevention measures for animals at risk.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear VP Domenico,
We write to express serious concern regarding reports that several dogs were left outdoors during extreme subzero temperatures without adequate protection. Witness images and emergency calls suggested possible exposure-related suffering, and authorities removed at least one dog for evaluation connected to alleged cold exposure.
Officials have stated that humane law enforcement agencies are responsible for investigating allegations of cruelty or neglect and ensuring legal standards for shelter, food, and unfrozen water are met. Because the alleged circumstances involve dangerous weather exposure and potential risk to defenseless animals, the matter raises urgent concerns about enforcement and prevention.
We respectfully urge your office to conduct a full investigation and to take all appropriate protective and enforcement actions wherever evidence supports alleged violations. Strong intervention is essential to protect animals, prevent future alleged suffering, and reinforce the legal duty to provide humane care.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Sarbjit Bahga
