Don’t Let Cruel Roadside Zoo Receive Permit … Sample letter provided
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Please contact the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and politely request that the agency not reissue James Bass’ wildlife-captivity license and endangered-species permit, through which he exploits and neglects animals. You may use the Sample Letter below but please modify for variety.
Background | From PETA
Jambbas Ranch Tours—a substandard roadside menagerie in Fayetteville, North Carolina—has been cited numerous times by state and federal authorities for failing to comply with legal standards for humane care, adequate shelter, and sanitary conditions. The wild animals held captive at Jambbas—including a bear, a raccoon, a fox, and an alligator—are kept in tiny enclosures and are deprived of everything that is natural and important to them. The bear, raccoon, and fox show their stress, boredom, and frustration by pacing—a sign that they are going mad because of their conditions.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is expected to make a decision soon on Jambbas owner James Bass’ applications to renew his wildlife-captivity license and endangered-species permit, which are needed to keep captive wild and exotic animals. The animals at Jambbas need your voice to make sure that these permits aren’t renewed!
Bass has been cited by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) at least 30 times in the past five years for offenses of the federal Animal Welfare Act, including failure to provide veterinary care to seriously ill and injured animals, failure to provide potable water, and failure to provide enclosures that are free of unsanitary and hazardous conditions. Violations of the Animal Welfare Act and the conditions documented by the USDA are direct evidence of Bass’ failure to adhere to state regulations governing proper care and sanitation. The USDA also recently announced that it is formally investigating Jambbas Ranch.
To see photos of the animals at Jambbas, click here. PETA has secured placement for the bear, named Ben; the fox; and the raccoon at wonderful sanctuaries.
The animals languishing at Jambbas still need your help. Please contact the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and politely request that the agency not reissue James Bass’ wildlife-captivity license and endangered-species permit. Ask officials to instead allow the bear, fox, raccoon, and alligator held captive at Jambbas Ranch Tours to be placed with reputable facilities that are equipped to provide them with the suitable care and environment that they need and deserve. PETA has offered to relocate these animals to sanctuaries at no cost to the state or to Jambbas.
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Individual:
Mr. Daron Barnes
Permits Supervisor
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
1701 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
daron.barnes@ncwildlife.org
Mr. Gordon Myers
Executive Director
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
1701 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
gordon.myers@ncwildlife.org
As a group:
gordon.myers@ncwildlife.org , daron.barnes@ncwildlife.org
Sample Letter
Dear Permits Supervisor Barnes and Executive Director Myers,
I am writing today regarding the sustained neglectful care of animals being held captive at the Jambbas Ranch Tours as run by Mr. James Bass. This Fayetville, North Carolina, roadside attraction has been cited numerous times by both state and federal authorities, and I am writing today to respectfully request North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission vacate Mr. Bass’s wildlife-captivity license and not reissue his endangered-species permit.
As indicated, Mr. Bass has clearly established a neglectful pattern and lack of concern for the animals as demonstrated through at least 30 continuous Animal Welfare Act violations, violations of which include the inability to provide necessary veterinary care, lack of sanitary and hazardous-free conditions, lack of fresh water, etc. Additionally, the disturbing pattern of neglect is, in fact, currently being investigated by the USDA for potential sanctions.
PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has already secured safe homes for the bear, fox, and raccoon and is offering free placement of the remaining at-risk animals into enriching and safe environments via accredited sanctuaries. Please act responsibly and with compassion to ensure the subsequent PETA rescues by vacating Mr. Bass’s permits to enslave these animals.
Thank you for taking the time to read this important message.
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