Target: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
Goal: Require prompt inspection of vehicles involved in collisions with animals to prevent prolonged suffering.
A miraculous incident in Port St. Lucie, Florida, highlights a serious oversight in animal safety. Barbas, a 1.5-year-old dog, was reportedly hit by a car and went unnoticed for 12 hours, trapped under the vehicle’s bumper cover. While the dog was eventually rescued with only minor injuries, this case underscores the need for improved safety measures when animals are involved in car accidents.
Animal welfare should never be left to chance, and this incident, though ending well, could have been avoided with prompt inspection and awareness. Animals are often hit and left injured or trapped by vehicles, leading to prolonged suffering or even death. Stricter regulations and public awareness campaigns are needed to ensure this does not happen again. Take action now.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Governor DeSantis,
I am writing to urge you to advocate for stricter measures in response to the recent incident in Port St. Lucie, Florida, where a dog named Barbas was trapped under a car bumper for 12 hours after being hit by a vehicle. While this story had a fortunate outcome, it serves as a reminder of the dangers animals face in vehicle-related accidents and the urgent need for better awareness and protocols.
I respectfully request that you support legislation requiring drivers to inspect their vehicles immediately after hitting an animal and to report any collisions involving pets to the proper authorities. Additionally, a public awareness campaign could prevent similar situations and save countless animal lives in the future.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Mic
What a horrible tragedy, that can be prevented.