Opinions On Rspca

[Beau Beau]

There are nice people and there are not so nice people in every facet of life. It just so happens that my friend stumbled upon a not so nice RSPCA Inspector whose power has gone to its head and it has become obvious that if it takes a dislike to someone it abuses that very power

[Diva]

There are nice people and there are not so nice people in every facet of life. It just so happens that my friend stumbled upon a not so nice RSPCA Inspector whose power has gone to its head and it has become obvious that if it takes a dislike to someone it abuses that very power

But the system should have sufficient checks and balances that personal animosity cannot drive outcomes to that extent. If a single inpsector can seize dogs out of dislike for someone the system is broken.

Edited January 1, 2014 by Diva

[aussielover]

I find that story very odd as my experience has been that they are very unwilling/unable to do anything if the dog is presented for veterinary attention at some stage, regardless of obvious abuse, neglect of maltreatment.

I would have thought a hard copy of the vet history would be enough turn them away.

[Beau Beau]

I find that story very odd as my experience has been that they are very unwilling/unable to do anything if the dog is presented for veterinary attention at some stage, regardless of obvious abuse, neglect of maltreatment.

I would have thought a hard copy of the vet history would be enough turn them away.

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

[Guest Ams]

I find that story very odd as my experience has been that they are very unwilling/unable to do anything if the dog is presented for veterinary attention at some stage, regardless of obvious abuse, neglect of maltreatment.

I would have thought a hard copy of the vet history would be enough turn them away.

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

Then it really is irrelevant what anyone thinks of any branch of the RSPCA (as per your topic header) as it is a personal issue and not related to the organisation as a whole at all.

[Diva]

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

If that is all it is just lodge a complaint with his bosses.

Edited January 1, 2014 by Diva

[Beau Beau]

I find that story very odd as my experience has been that they are very unwilling/unable to do anything if the dog is presented for veterinary attention at some stage, regardless of obvious abuse, neglect of maltreatment.

I would have thought a hard copy of the vet history would be enough turn them away.

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

Then it really is irrelevant what anyone thinks of any branch of the RSPCA (as per your topic header) as it is a personal issue and not related to the organisation as a whole at all.

Basically I was asking about other people's experience with the RSPCA, it need not have been a personal experience. In retrospect it has everything to do with the organisation. The RSPCA inspector may have gotten the ball rolling but the powers that be are the ones to ultimately decide whether to prosecute and in this case there is no reason to prosecute but it appears they are going to do so, strangest thing of all is it's taken them 3 months to get their brief together and all for only 3 dogs. I'd suggest you google "RSPCA corruptions."

[Beau Beau]

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

If that is all it is just lodge a complaint with his bosses.

My friend has already employed a solicitor to represent her. She has spoken to the bosses and they have not put a stop to this. I can vouch that these dogs are much loved pets and were well looked after, the only thing that was required was to have their teeth cleaned and that was already on the agenda.

[Guest Ams]

I find that story very odd as my experience has been that they are very unwilling/unable to do anything if the dog is presented for veterinary attention at some stage, regardless of obvious abuse, neglect of maltreatment.

I would have thought a hard copy of the vet history would be enough turn them away.

Exactly. In this case it is nothing more than spite and all to do with the RSPCA inspector in question.

Then it really is irrelevant what anyone thinks of any branch of the RSPCA (as per your topic header) as it is a personal issue and not related to the organisation as a whole at all.

Basically I was asking about other people's experience with the RSPCA, it need not have been a personal experience. In retrospect it has everything to do with the organisation. The RSPCA inspector may have gotten the ball rolling but the powers that be are the ones to ultimately decide whether to prosecute and in this case there is no reason to prosecute but it appears they are going to do so, strangest thing of all is it's taken them 3 months to get their brief together and all for only 3 dogs. I'd suggest you google "RSPCA corruptions."

Beau I work in law enforcement and 3 months to prepare a full brief is a short period of time as it is important to make sure all the evidence is gathered and presented. As you acknowledge, more than one person is required to decide to commence prosecution, so no doubt we are back to the argument of three sides to every story. I do wish you friend well if it is a malicious prosecution done in spite, as it is never pleasant for the animals in these circumstances.

[Beau Beau]

Beau I work in law enforcement and 3 months to prepare a full brief is a short period of time as it is important to make sure all the evidence is gathered and presented. As you acknowledge, more than one person is required to decide to commence prosecution, so no doubt we are back to the argument of three sides to every story. I do wish you friend well if it is a malicious prosecution done in spite, as it is never pleasant for the animals in these circumstances.

3 months for only 3 dogs? I cannot imagine why? There isn't much evidence to gather except that they needed their teeth cleaned and that one has cataracts, the other has cherry eye.

Edited January 1, 2014 by Beau Beau

[Sheridan]

Imagine the good it may do the numbers of dogs that end up in pounds if the RSPCA did a campaign about buying a padlock for your gate so your dog doesn't escape.