VALDOSTA — The Lowndes County Democrat Party will host a public meeting regarding animal rights issues, including proposed anti-tethering ordinances for Lowndes County.

The event will be held Monday, December 7, at 6:00 pm at Mama June’s restaurant at 3286 Inner Perimeter Road.

“The manner in which we care for our pets is a measure of the quality of our community as a whole. A community that tolerates animal cruelty and neglect is one that tolerates low standards throughout the community,” says guest speaker, Dr. Amanda Hall from Baytree Animal Hospital.

She will be joined on a panel by Dr. Tom Aiello, VSU History Department, Ashlie Prain, VSU Anthropology Department, and Michelle Williams, Pixel Fund Rescue, all animal rights advocates.

Dr. Hall is proposing anti-tethering ordinances for Lowndes County.  In January, almost a year ago, Dr. Hall initially proposed the ordinance to the Lowndes County Commission with numerous citizens voicing support.  However, since that time no action has been taken by the commission.

The public is encouraged to attend.  You do not have to purchase a meal to attend the discussion.