Dear Mr. Meisterfeld:

After viewing your video, "A Safe and Humane Approach To Dog Behavior," our opinion is that the message is worthwhile and applicable to all dog owners. The video explains problem areas concerning dog training such as behavior patterns of dogs and how some dogs may perceive playful behavior as aggressive behavior.

We feel the video effectively addressed the safety hazards faced by many of our members since a large proportion of farmers and ranchers own dogs as companions or protectors. For this reason, the California Farm Bureau is pleased we had this opportunity to recognize the serious problem of dog bites. Due to the information that you are making available to pet owners, injury by dog bites will most likely be reduced.

Thanks for visiting us on this important issue. Your program is a worthwhile cause and we hope we can assist your efforts by lending future support.

Sincerely,

HECTOR APONTE
Director, Health and Safety Program