Jim O’Dell, Buellton
April 12, 2009 12:00 AM
The heart-rending story of two displaced mountain lion cubs demonstrates that Fish and Game is not the only government department lacking facility.
California needs to revise the protocol for handling wildlife to engage private enterprise, such as Animal Rescue Team Inc., embracing a growing trend toward a partnership that makes efficient use of tax dollars and enhances delivery of service.
The animals deserve no less. If Animal Rescue needs a license to house wildlife, give it to them.
Fish and Game deserves our support, too. I am puzzled, though, that the familiar recitation of its limitations does not exclude out-of-state transport. Texas? That’s one line item I’d like to see.
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