Vanessa Shakib, the family's attorney, emphasized the emotional impact of the case: "We can't get justice here because Cedar can never come home. But what's important is that we make sure that this never happens again to another family and that government officials understand that animals are not property. They are family members." This statement highlights the need for a shift in perspective regarding animals and their relation to humans.
Christopher Pisano, representing Shasta County, stated, "They did nothing other than enforce the law." He remarked on the settlement decision, suggesting it was driven by a desire to avoid trial rather than an admission of wrongdoing. His comments reveal the complexities in legal interpretations of animal ownership and enforcement of regulations.
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