Everyone along with the animal rights activists came in support of Dan, but it seemed all in vain as the officers were firm in their decision.“From our standpoint, it’s a pretty clear case of an ordinance that makes it clear what’s permissible and what’s not. Our job is to enforce the ordinance,” Chief Scott Underwood of the Waterford Police explained to the Oakland Press. People were in full mood to counter-attack the decision of the authorities. Contrary to the fact, Dan was preparing himself for a hearing in the court. The supporters organized an online petition to remove the ban from the city, so as to allow the reunion of Dan and his pitbull.
Fortunately, all the efforts of the people and Dan’s pure affection towards his dog came in handy. In a hearing in the 51st District Court, all charges were eventually dropped.“People had really invested their emotions into this story, and it’s beautiful to see so many people care about rescue dogs,” said Kristina Rinaldi, the director of the Detroit Dog Rescue.