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Name: Catherine Eller on Aug 24, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Carolyn Hardy on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I have heard some ridiculous statements about potbelly pigs but the statements made by the Murphy's are the most outlandish yet!!Flag
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Name: Beverly Duchene on Aug 24, 2006Comments: Estelle Walgreen has lived in Lake Forest, IL with her 3 potbelly pigs for 13 years! The city has issued dog licenses (lacking potbelly pig tags) for them for over a decade. Suddenly, after some grumbling from a new neighbor, they want them OUT! Why does one fanatic moving into the neighborhood get to change things that have worked fine for 13 yrs Ignoring expert testimony on potbelly pig facts and testimony that the elderly pigs (Pinky is 13 and Piggy is 12) will die from a broken heart if they are forced to leave their home and family. Pigs are very loyal and become very attached to their owners. To move them would most likely cause them to die of a broken heart.. They don't have that many years ahead of them, why can't you just leave them alone and grandfather them in Weight: Animal of this weight could easily kill or injure a human being. Does that mean we shouldn't allow overweight people out in public cuz they might trip and fall on someone, and KILL them Aggression: As evidenced by Roy, the famous lion tamer, an animal is an animal. But this is a PIG not a tiger. And any animal CAN be aggressive.. So that means we should outlaw dogs who could bite, cats who could scratch, birds, (my daughter had one MEAN cockatoo!) , and snakes could swallow people Health: We are deeply concerned about the excrement and urination of these massive animals. I have a potbellied pig, and her droppings are nothing. And you can buy pig poop at pigpoop.com, so how bad can it be Swine don't belong here. They belong on a farm, in a zoo or back in the wild! Potbellied pigs are NOT swine to be raised for food. They don't belong in zoos.. And where do you think potbellied pigs are running in the wild The English language abounds with unflattering references and idioms involving pigs. There are a lot ugly references and jokes about lawyers too, but we can't outlaw them.. A full grown potbelly pig should weigh only 95 pounds full grown Pigs like people, aren't a uniform same size.. We heard a continuous "belching" sound coming from our new neighbor's back yard. I've never heard my Susie belch once in 6 yrs.. Our Susie is a beautiful girl, and everyone loves her! It would break our hearts if we were told we had to get rid of her! I would fight tooth and nail to keep her too! SO HAVE A HEART!!!Flag
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Name: Debi Mohr on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I have had neighbors complain about my pot bellied pigs. They have dogs that bark all day and all night, while my pigs sleep all day and all night. But I didn't file a complaint about that! As for the smell, even dog poop draws flies, and cats will run the neighborhood and go potty wherever they feel and ON whatever they want to.Flag
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Name: Kim Bratcher on Aug 24, 2006Comments: Pigs are cleaner and quieter than dogs. They are wonderful pets.Flag
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Name: Rich Crosby on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I had a Potbelly Pig living in my house for the past 15 years. They are a very clean animal and are very intellicent .I don't understand how anyone could dislike a potbelly.Flag
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Name: Robyn McLaughlin on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I have two delightful, rescued potbellies. There is a lot ignorance surrounding pigs. Please check the facts before making a decision based on fear and ignorance!Flag
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Name: "ANDY" on Aug 24, 2006Comments: Pot bellied Pigs are very SWEET, LOVING AND CLEAN pets. They are EXTREMELY intelligent. They are the same as having large dogs. Mrs. Walgreen has had these pets for over 10 years. They should not be forced to move! With as much money as she certainly must have, I am sure that these piggies are well maintained and are very clean. It just sounds like sour grapes on the part of the Murphy's!!!!Flag
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Name: Patricia Hines on Aug 24, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Joanne Santos on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I have potbellied pigs and the charges these people are making are absurd!!! Pigs are naturally clean and very entertaining pets. They are not vicious. They are prey animals not predators. Clearly, stupidity and mindless prejudice are still alive and well in Lake Forest, IL.Flag
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Name: Susan Payn on Aug 24, 2006Comments: This is insane. I have a pot bellied pig and he is loved thoughout the neighborhood. These complaints come from people who are obviously against the American Way.Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 24, 2006Comments: I think Estelle's neighbours are absolutely rediculous! If they win this case I think it will be a sad day for any of us who think we have rights. Can just anyone make up lies and call it the truth. Not one thing they said about PBP's is the truth. They are not aggressive, they do not stink.......... they are actually very sensitive creatures that are extremely intellegent, who have a great desire to be love AND NOT eaten. I have 5 , and will have more. They are most precious and deserved to be treated as domestic pets.Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 24, 2006Comments: These pet pigs were here brfore the complaining new people. Pigs dont smell, dont bark, are the best pet I have ever had.Flag
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Name: Ann Sibary on Aug 25, 2006Comments: one more example of humanity at its worstFlag
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Name: Kris Dollard on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Two questions: 1. Has anyone noticed that the previous neighbors apparently had no issues with either the pigs or the owners and 2. Unless the Murphy's are at least 8 feet tall, they have no business peeking over a 7 foot privacy fence and should be arrested as peeping toms. and one comment: Regarding the eating and excrement (one will follow the other)...the same could be said of the Murphy's children.Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 25, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Horseflies, digging under fences, hog farm, petting zoo. Safety, and sanitation, for gods sake are these people just so un educated that they dont know they are showing their ignorance to the fact that they need to get a life, if they took the time to 'find out' about pet potbellied pigs they would know, that they are very clean animals, inteligent - dont l root under fences and 'eat' people!. Give me a pig anyday - more so than a dog. Mrs Walgreen has had her pigs for 13 years ! and 'funny' that only now this new neighbour has decided to complain, the pigs should stay, they are old and would surely pine or die been moved or seperated. I have pots myself, they dont smell, and have been my pets for the last 12 years.Flag
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Name: Dr. Lise Lund (VMD) on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Arrogant American intolerance at its best. Whatever happened to the melting pot Try appreciating the 'different' pet next door (they're quieter, smarter, and, kept properly and trained properly (these are the things your laws should target), are cleaner and less potentially dangerous than a dog)...it might help you learn to appreciate the 'different' (as in Muslim) human being on the other side of the planet. Tolerance is an American fundamental ---Grow up. Our animals-Our teachers.Flag
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Name: Sue Bernal on Aug 25, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Sue R. Davenport on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Pot Bellies are by nature, sedate creatures that sleep a lot, do not bark, and basically are cleaner about their habits than dogs. Someone's prejudice against the word Pig or the appearance of an animal should not dictate policy. Responsible pet owners do not get cited for unsanitary conditions nor do they get cited for animals who are repeatedly getting out.. The facts are: - you don't hear of pot belly pig maulings in the news; only dog attacks. How many pig bite cases have been documented, as opposed to dog bites - Pot Bellies, on a special diet because they are not edible farm swine, are much cleaner than the meat-eating pets such as dogs. - One of the misconceptions that is being given to cities and towns is the disease factor. There have been studies done that will give you in black and white the number and types of disease that are transmissible to humans by pigs, dogs and cats. The pigs come out the very best. Get the facts from the Center for Disease Control - they have written about this. - Lastly while it is true that the Dept. of Agriculture groups pot bellies as swine (Just as coyotes and dogs are both canines; house cats and mountain lions are both felines) officials there have written letters stating that Pot Belly pigs are pets. These are substantiated facts, not prejudices. I hope that rulings would be based on the former.Flag
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Name: Sherry Burnett on Aug 25, 2006Comments: That is the problem, all the negative connotations that have been allowed to proliferate over the years. Why do these people just blindly take them for the truth Why not meet Ms. Walgreen's pigs and find out for themselves They would get an instant education! They would discover that pigs are highly intelligent, loyal, clean! quieter than dogs, their feces smell less than dogs, and SLEEP for a big portion of the day! At the ages that Ms. Walgreen's pigs are, they would not be a danger to anyone. Pigs are not vicious, but I can't count the number of people who have told me that they have a "friend of a friend" who knows someone that was killed and eaten by pigs. HOGWASH! These people need to get over the stereotypes, get out to one of the Sanctuaries out there, and meet some potbellies for themselves.Flag
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Name: Desiree Doceti on Aug 25, 2006Comments: LOVE THY NEIGHBOURFlag
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Name: Michael Mohring on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Pot Belly pigs are cleaner than a dog, or cat when it comes to thereFlag
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Name: Caroline Becker on Aug 25, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Eva & Ercell Ingram on Aug 25, 2006Comments: We have a potbelly pig sanctuary in Northern California. We are absolutely appalled at the misinformation that is being circulated by these people who nothing about the pigs. They are clean, intelligent , loving pets that have been recognized federally as pets not meat. Please stop this. Eva Ingram.Flag
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Name: Mr. & Mrs. Roy R. Trempy on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Dear Mr. Kiely, Reference to the pot Bellied pigs in question to not being allowed on this persons property; Please be advised that PBPigs are considered an exotic animal in the majority of towns & countys around the USA. These animals are not swine. Swine are for eating.PBP are for pets & they do make beautiful companions.They do not make noise, do not smell, & are much smarter than dogs.They are rated #2. I am sure the neighbors next to the PBP's make more noise & smell more than the pigs. Please consider this important matter. We have 4 pigs & are so happy to have them..... Our intelligent neighbors LOVE them to bit. Sincerely, Roy & Pat Trempy, Hackberry, Az 86411Flag
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Name: E. Lee Kone on Aug 25, 2006Comments: This is IGNORANCE at its best. These beautiful piggies have lived peacefully in the same city for the last 13 years and now because of an "ignorant" couple next door wil lose their homes. Pot Bellied Pigs are clean, intelligent and loving companions. They don't have too long to live. Let them live in peace.Flag
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Name: Cathie Pollock on Aug 25, 2006Comments: Pot Belly Pigs are one of the best pets you can have.Flag
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Name: Linda Beenau on Aug 25, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Sue E. Foster on Aug 26, 2006Comments: I vote for Cathleen & Robert Murphy to be disposed of...they need to move away. I vote for the Pigs to be able to stay. The Murphy's need to get a life as well as all the neighbors who signed the petition. The Murphy's need to research more about the potbellied pigs. They don't have a clue about them and don't care. What insensitive human beings the Murphys are and I feel so sorry for what the Walgreens have to put up with. I'd like to help the pigs and family any way I can. If I were the Walgreens...and if the Murphy's don't move...I would get the heck out of that nightmare. The pigs come first.Flag
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Name: Sandy Klix on Aug 26, 2006Comments: I have had two pot belly pigs for 14 years with never a problem from anyone and I have lived in 4 different neighborhoods. Those that complained about these pigs should have done their research first. Also should hav ewaityed to see if the pigs were going to be aproblem before they all jumped on Mr. Murphy's band wagon, who clearly is a neighborhood trouble maker who may some day trun on them as well!Flag
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Name: Christie Remick on Aug 26, 2006Comments: Potbellied pigs are amazing, intelligent, sentient beings. One must remember, too, that we are looking at potbellied pigs here as members of a FAMILY, and not the introduction of a new factory farm in someone's neighborhood...Flag
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Name: Robin Dooley on Aug 26, 2006Comments: I had to laugh at some of the complaints that where listed. It is so far from the truth. I have a pig living in my house and she's cleaner than any dog I've ever own. Pigs will go potty in one spot, unlike a dog, they are usually very quiet and sleep a lot. They do not get fleas and are very docile creatures. I have never heard of a pot belly pig attacking someone and the only time they can be loud is if they are scared or if someone forgets to feed them. Ms. Walgreens neighbors really need to get a life and stop with all the exaggerations.Flag
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Name: Ellisabeth Bilbault on Aug 26, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Cindy Cragg on Aug 26, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Amy K. Stong on Aug 26, 2006Comments: Pot bellied pigs are the cleanest pet that I have ever had.Flag
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Name: Jo Ann Krick on Aug 26, 2006Comments: If this family was allowed to have these pets in their other house, in the same community, how could anyone try to make them get rid of them now. No less on 3 acres! This is not only inhumane to the pets, but to the family. PLEASE, do your research. My pig lives in my house along with my dog. Honestly, there is no difference. JoFlag
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Name: Sue Jankowski on Aug 26, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Jerry Wimberly on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Julie Morrow on Aug 27, 2006Comments: It would be ridiculious to make her get rid of her pigs! Pigs are friendly wonderful pets and actually quite clean and sanitary.Flag
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Name: Colleen Dougherty on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Jeannette Smith on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Jeannette Smith on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Lynn Fortaleza on Aug 27, 2006Comments: She should be "grandfathered" in if you insist on passing this stupid law!Flag
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Name: Dawn La Bounty on Aug 27, 2006Comments: I am outraged by the allegations of the Murphy's. People that make such harsh statements are ignorant. As an owner of a 4 year old pot bellied named Wilbur and a friend of others that own pot bellies, I can say with 150% confidence that pot bellied pigs are the best of domestic pets. In fact, my Wilbur is house trained and sleeps next to my daughters bed every night. He is the most loving, non aggressive animal that I have owned. Pot bellies do not bark, they do not have fleas and they do not run away from home. They are smart and loving and sleep a lot. Their excrement does not cause any more flies or any more of a sanitary concern, than a dogs excrement, which as far as I know.. is not a problem.Flag
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Name: Lisa Cohen on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 27, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Anonymous on Aug 28, 2006Comments:Flag
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Name: Cynthia Douglas on Aug 28, 2006Comments: I live in Burbank California. a very nice community. It is nor rural in ANY way. It is home to all the major studios, record companys etc.. My home is valued at over 2,000,000.00. I have owned two pot belly pigs. a total of 18 years not with NO complaints. these complaints from the neighbors are unfounded. If any city would have a problem it would be mine. Pigsdo not carry disease, are safe, are peaceful, and are clean. I urge you to consider this seriously. these are loving companion animals and need to be treated as such,Flag
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Name: Mike White on Aug 28, 2006Comments: Is this just another sign of the times Another illustration of government mentality gone amok. How can they ignore expert testimony in favor of inaccurate opinion on an issue This is ridiculous.Flag