The Spiteri Family

To:  Caledon Committee Of Adjustments

We the undersigned implore the Caledon, Ontario Committee Of Adjustments to find in favor of the Spiteri Family in housing “Emily” (their miniature pony) on their property who has been living on the property within the community of Caledon for the last three years. We urge them to show Empathy and Compassion for the family and understand the reasons for Emily residing on said property is solely for the benefit of Sam who resides at the family home (on said property).

Sam is diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and has been using Emily for therapeutic purpose for the last 3 years. The pony is a help animal for a child with a disability. Just as guide dogs are allowed in public places restricted to other dogs, the Spiteri’s pony should be allowed to stay on their property. This is not just the beloved pet of a small child – the pony is required for Sam’s therapy for cerebral palsy.

The pony has therapeutic use. It is not “livestock” in the true sense of the word. It is not being reared in an agricultural setting to make food or fiber or perform labour for sustenance or material profit. It is a help animal. It is a friend for Sam and a therapy for his disability. The bylaw should not apply.

Sincerely,

The Undersigned

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