Pit Bull Debate Comes to a Head for Mansfield Selectmen

Selectmen argue the case of a pit bull named Rocco, who was euthanize, at the Mansfield Animal Shelter.

This week, authorities in Mansfield decided to euthanize a pit-bull named Rocco at the Mansfield Animal Shelter, which has stirred controversy both inside and outside of town. The Mansfield Board of Selectmen stated that they received several letters from concerned parties stating their objections to the dog’s euthanasia and the reasoning for the decision. According to Mansfield town manager William Ross, he, animal control officer Jeff Collins and Mansfield police chief Arthur O’Neill discussed the matter intently before making a final decision.  They all agreed that, for the good of public safety, the dog was to be euthanized. “This dog would not have been acceptable to a rescue or shelter,” he said. “There are emotions playing on both …

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