Rocket - He's not a Pitbull

UPDATE  - July  30th 2012 - Rockets family have spoken to a high profile lawyer in Melbourne today regarding Rockets case. They were informed that the case would not be heard in the supreme court for over 6 months, and that the cost will be in excess of $50,000 dollars if they are unsuccessful. Rockets family are obviously very distressed about this situation, both for the welfare of Rocket over such a long time, and the obvious financial struggle that they will be facing. They are very thankful for the ongoing support and love they are receiving from all the members of this page and beyond. More information to come after the family have had some time to process this news, and assess their options.

Money needs to be raised, we need to do what we can for Rocket's family. This case is just so frustrating. Governments have far too much power, and they abuse it at will.  We must not give up on Rocket. He is absolutely beautiful, and doesn't deserve what's happening to him. Poor boy.

UPDATE - July 26th 2012 10:40PM - Here is an amazing DNA test that was done on Rocket.The results are clear, he is not a pitbull. Rocket is miniature Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire, and Bull terrier mix. There's also a letter by Dr. Noel Nadesan, the veterinarian who needed to take blood for the DNA test. In his letter, Dr. Nadesan clearly states that Rocket was the perfect patient, and barely needed to be held. Rocket was well behaved. Even with all of this, VCAT (Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal refused to hear any of it.

You can see the documents here - http://dropcanvas.com/atw4j


You will need Acrobat Reader to view them.


This case is beginning to sound more, and more like Lennox. It needs to stop ASAP.


UPDATE from The Save Rocket Page on Facebook:


Rocket has been in Cranbourne West Lost Dogs for a total of 123 Days with Close to No Exercise . They have a Exercise pen which is Concreted which measures no more that 3 meters wide by 2 meters in width. which they when ever remember allow him to stretch his legs. After Contacting the Pound this Morning to see how Rocket is they have informed me that since the hearing Council has taken Rocket from this Pound and has not made us aware of were they have placed him. This is OUTRAGEOUS!

Here is Rocket - An absolutely beautiful dog:

Rocket has NO history of aggression whatsoever. He has never attacked anyone. Rockets owners have been denied ANY visitation, and, should his family lose their battle to fight for his life, then they have to pay huge expenses for the costs that the council incurs while he is in their care. The family has 26 days to appeal the decision of the courts to have him killed.

This is taken directly from the save Rocket Facebook page:

During some wild weather in Pakenham, Victoria, Australia about 4 months ago, part of Rockets fence blew down/broke. Rocket got out of the backyard, as he was obviously scared by the storm. He went and waited on his front door step for mum and dad to come home, as was obviously reported to the Cardinia council as a loose dog. As a result, Rocket has been held by the council and deemed as a restricted breed. His (VCAT) hearing was yesterday, and the ruling was upheld. There are 28 days to appeal his case, and gather as much support as he can get. 6 out of 11 appeals heard by VCAT have been successful.


Again, you can sign the petition - http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/save-rocket-from-bsl.htmll

Here is Cardinia Shire Councils contact info - It is so important to be polite. Threatening messages and swearing do nothing to help, and then the animals suffer. Please keep your messages clean and polite, but to the point. http://www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/page/page.aspx?Page_id=30

This page will be updated as I get more information.