County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control. Report Animal Cruelty : The Humane Society of the United States. November 4, 2013 What you can do to help stop animal abuse Animal neglect is the most common type of cruelty call that animal welfare agencies respond to. Kathy Milani/The HSUS Every state has laws prohibiting animal cruelty, and 49 of them contain felony provisions. However, a law is only as good as its enforcement, and that's why animals rely on you to protect them by reporting animal abuse. This page will get you started by opening your eyes to the signs of cruelty and empowering you to do something to stop it. Spot the signs Animal neglect Animal neglect comprises the vast majority of cruelty cases to which animal control officers respond. Direct violence It can be very upsetting to see someone beating or physically attacking an animal, but it's important not to turn away. Especially when violence is concerned, it's crucial to involve law enforcement, because violence toward animals is often part of a larger pattern of violence that includes people as well as animals.
Take action Take charge. Top 10 Ways to Prevent Animal Cruelty | ASPCA. As an ASPCA supporter you are probably familiar with our dedicated Agents and the work they do to save the lives of animals across the country. But did you know that you, too, can help crack down on animal cruelty in your community? Read on for simple actions you can take to make the world a safer place for animals. Here are some other signs and symptoms that we see in many of the cases we investigate: Tick or flea infestations. Domestic Violence and Pets | RedRover.
Research clearly shows that offenders of domestic violence often have a pattern of abuse involving all members of the household – including children and pets. When victims of domestic violence seek to escape their abusive homes they’re not only faced with the challenge of finding shelter for themselves and their children, but also for their pets. Unfortunately, many shelters do not have the means to house companion animals and many victims are left facing the difficult decision to either leave their pets behind or remain in the abusive environment. Sadly, many victims stay in abusive homes for fear of subjecting their animals to continued abuse, if left behind. Equally disturbing, animals are often left with their abusers to face torture or even death. What is RedRover doing? RedRover offers financial assistance for victims of domestic violence and their pets through our RedRover Relief program.
Lynn and her family had been living in fear for months. Spread the word Other resources: L.A. Animal Rescue | Helping Animals In The Los Angeles Area. Home Page. -Help Animals- and -Pet Shelters- with a free click!