Tuffy tiger case raises questions

Regarding the article "Former tiger owners plead guilty to charges" (Jan. 12) why does Gert Hedengran get 14 months in prison while his wife only gets home detention, probation and a $2,000 fine? Both of them were responsible for Tuffy the tiger, and both were equally to blame for his escape and misleading officials. Tuffy would be alive today if they were honest and forthcoming with vital information.

Both husband and wife should get prison terms, plus hefty fines. But most importantly, these people should never, ever be allowed to have animals again. They aren't fit to care for a goldfish, let alone exotic big cats. Kathleen Finn Moorpark