County hears plea for more animal control

GROVETON — Dr. Amanda Allen of Trinity Animal Clinic 12 gave a presentation on vicious animals and incidents of animal attacks, focusing on pit bulls as a particularly vicious breed.

Allen spoke to the Trinity County Commissioners Court at its regular meeting on May 26, and said that as a society, we’re protecting a dog breed instead of human beings.

She recounted numerous tales of pit bull attacks; county officials agreed that everyone in the county needs to register their pets, but Allen said that state law does not allow for force registration of specific breeds.

Registration can be done for all dogs equally, and also can be done for specific animals designated as a safety hazard.

However, Commissioner Mike Loftin said that they could begin putting pressure on the state Legislature for some sort of law or regulations.

In other business, the court:

• approved personnel action forms;
• approved a revised resolution to apply for a Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement grant;
• approved the reappointment of Nancy Shanafelt to the DETCOG board;
• gave annual approval to the county’s investment policy; and
• approved a $100 donation from Paulette Carson and $120 from the Veterans’ Wall of Honor for the Veterans Service Office.