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Thursday, December 18, 2008
Dec. 18, 2008
Contact: Christine Chéné, Communications Coordinator
613‐224‐8072 ext. 12 (office)
The Canadian Federation of Humane Societies is appalled by the outcome of the Daisy Duke animal torture case in Didsbury, Alberta. The accused, who pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after dragging a dog behind a car in October 2006, was sentenced to 30 days behind bars and will be allowed to serve this time on weekends. He was also handed a weekend curfew for one year but he will not be prohibited from owning or being around animals.
In 2006, the accused Daniel Haskett, claimed he and a friend accidentally ran over the family dog, Daisy Duke. Daisy had to be euthanized due to her horrific injuries. “This ruling is very demoralizing. Animal abusers far too often get off with a minor sentence. The courts have once again sent a clear signal that it is open season on any and all animals and that those who torture and kill animals need not fear anything harsher than a slap on the wrist. When it comes to animal cruelty in Canada, justice is not blind. It’s out to lunch. ” says Steve Carroll, Chief Executive Officer at the CFHS. Animal cruelty cases need stronger sentencing if we want to curb the abuse.
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The Canadian Federation of Humane Societies (CFHS) is the only national voice of humane societies and SPCAs. We work collaboratively with our member societies and Canadians coast to coast to promote respect and humane treatment toward all animals. To learn more or to donate, visit www.cfhs.ca.
