Humans and canines have enjoyed a special relationship since the dawn of creation. But two shocking tragedies in the Bay Area, the June 18, 2001 Shawn Jones attack by 3 pit-bulls in Richmond, and the January fatal mauling of Diane Whipple by two Presa Canario/Bull Mastiff dogs in San Francisco, prompted the City of Richmond to contract with Little Blue Society (LBS), to launch a pro-active campaign to educate the citizens of the community on how to avoid potentially dangerous situations with our canine companions.

Mary Paglieri, Executive Director of LBS made a presentation at the City of Richmond Public Safety Meeting on Saturday, July 7th at 10:30 AM. Says Ms. Paglieri:

No matter how harsh we make the penalties, there will always be dogs that escape from backyards, and there will always be people that are irresponsible dog owners. So the potential for getting bitten or attacked is always present. Unfortunately, children are the most vulnerable. Therefore, our best protection is knowledge; understanding why a dog does what it does, and what we should or shouldn't do if we are approached or attacked by a dog.

We advise and assist cities, counties communities and neighborhood assosciations in implementing strategies to prevent or lessen the impact of any and all human-domestic dog conflicts. We also help individuals and families better understand their canine companions, and promote responsible pet ownership through education of the general public.

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