2. “The teaching of
reverence for life
makes no distinction
between higher and
lower, more precious
and less precious
lives.”
Albert Schweitzer (1965)
Schweitzer, Albert. The Teaching of Reverence for Life: Henry Holt & Company, Inc. 1965. Print.
3. Animal Abuse:
The crime of inflicting physical pain or death on an animal
beyond normal discipline. It can include neglect to an extent as
to where the animal has suffered, died, or been put in imminent
danger of death.
Hill, Kathleen T., and Gerald N. Hill. "Cruelty to Animals ." The free dictionary. Farlex Inc. Web. 2005.<http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Animal+abuse >.
4. Equipping yourself to help:
Personal Relevance
Know the risk factors and signs of animal abuse
Know how to effectively document suspect cases
Find out the laws in your state or community
Punishment of offenders
Their stories
Where can you bring an abused or abandoned animals?
15. Proper Documentation
Agency held responsible
Contact authorities
Prepare a short written
statement
Maintain dated records
Newkirk, Ingrid E. "What to do if you see animal abuse." Peta. Web.2010. <http://www.dirtcheapbuilder.com/whtodoifyous.html>
16. What are Animal Laws in PA?
It is unlawful:
Rabies vaccination
Control your dog
Abuse
Poisonous materials
Abandonment
Kennel procedures
"Pennsylvania Animal Laws." Montgomery County SPCA of Pennsylvania. Web.2009. <http://www.montgomerycountyspca.org/>.
17. Punishments of Offenders
Counseling
Fines
Imprisonment
"animal cruelty laws by state." Stray Pet Advocacy. 2003. Web.2010. <http://www.straypetadvocacy.org/html/cruelty_laws.html>.
18. Some Interesting Numbers
A study found that 48% of convicted rapists and 30% of
convicted child molesters admitted to acts of animal cruelty
in their childhood or adolescence.
60% of pet owning families that had experienced child abuse
had also abused pets of their own.
"Sexual offenders' perceptions of their early interpersonal relationships." B Net. CBS Interactive Inc. 2010. <http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m2372/is_2_39/ai_91475116/>.
Ascione, Frank R, and Phil Arkow. Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Animal Abuse. Purdue University Press, April 1, 1999. Print.
19. Animal Type All cases of Cruelty
Cat 70%
Dog 30%
Animal Animal
Gender All Cases Cruelty Neglect
Fighting Hoarding
Males: 75% 92% 93% 54% 34%
Females: 25% 8% 7% 46% 66%
21. River:
http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/
local&id=6987647
"6 ABC." Dog rescued from Schuylkill. N.p., n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2009. <http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/local&id=6987647>.
22. Irish:
http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/
local&id=7357451
"6ABC." Man saves abused puppies. Web. 30 Mar. 2010. <http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/local&id=7357451>.
23. Sticky:
Mucha, Peter. "ʻStickyʼ the duct-taped cat is with her new family. Philly.com. Web. 30 Sept. 2009. <http://www.philly.com/philly/news/breaking/62867702.html>.
25. Montgomery County SPCA
Non-profit organization
Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, &
Guinea Pigs
Adoptions, Surrendering,
and Euthanizing
(610) 825-0111
Montgomery County SPCA of Pennsylvania. Web. 5 Apr. 2010. <http://www.montgomerycountyspca.org/>.
26. Francisvale
“Home for Smaller
Animals”
Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals. Web. 5 Apr. 2010. <http://francisvalehome.org/index.php/contact-us/>.
27. Kitty Cottage
Non-profit
Cats/kittens only
Adoption applications are required
Kitty Cottage Inc.Web. 5 Apr. 2010. <http://www.kittycottage.org/index.html.>
28. “Helping abused or neglected animals can
be difficult and heart-wrenching, but they
are depending on you to take action.”
-Ingrid E. Newkirk
Newkirk, Ingrid E. "What to do if you see animal abuse." Peta.Web.2010. <http://www.dirtcheapbuilder.com/whtodoifyous.html>
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Ascione, Frank R, and Phil Arkow. Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Animal Abuse. N.p.: Purdue University Press, April 1, 1999. Print.
"Dog Fighting ." The Human Society of the United States. N.p., 1 Jan. 2010. Web. 3 Mar. 2010. <http://www.humanesociety.org/issues/dogfighting/>.
Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals. N.p., n.d. Web. 5 Apr. 2010. <http://francisvalehome.org/index.php/contact-us/>.
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Editor's Notes
I adopted Madison from the Montgomery County SPCA, when I had brought her home she was very tiny.
Sophie was so sick that when i brought her home i could not leave her side, i was told that she was going to die. Being diagnosed with feline pneumonia, she was very dehydrated and always had her mouth open to breath, i must have taken her to the vet over 5 times in 2 weeks, and each time they simply told me i just had to ride it out and hope for the best.
to pay little or no attention to, this dog has clearly been neglected, his ribs are beginning to show and the basic environment is not suitable for him to be living in.
keeping higher than usual numbers of animals as pets without having the ability to properly house or care for them.
an illegal practice in which two dogs, usually of a Pit Bull breed, are put into an enclosed area for the purpose of attacking and quite frequently, killing each other.
when an owner of a pet fails to provide their animal with the proper medical needs such as shots, or neutering/spaying their animal if they have no intentions of breeding them.
Great agitation and anxiety caused by the expectation or the realization of danger
(1.) Find out which agency is responsible for investigating and enforcing anti-cruelty laws in your state, county, or town.
(2.) If an animal is in a life-threatening situation, call authorities immediately.
(3.) Prepare a short written statement detailing the key points of what you observed. Give dates, approximate times, and locations.
(4.) Always keep a dated record of everyone you've contacted, along with the content and outcome of your discussions.
1. To own a dog three (3) months of age or older without a current vaccination against rabies administered by a licensed veterinarian.
2. To allow your dog to run at large. All dogs must be under control. Owners are responsible for all damages caused by their dog(s).
3. To mistreat or abuse any animal. Report violations to your local humane organization or police.
4. To place any poison or harmful substance in any place (grass), on your own property or elsewhere, where it may be easily found and eaten by dogs.
5. To abandon or attempt to abandon any dog. Fines for abandonment range from $300 to $1,000 plus court costs.
6. To barter, trade, sell or transfer any dog under seven weeks old.
7. To operate a kennel that keeps, harbors, boards, shelters, sells, gives away or transfers a total of 26 or more dogs in any one calendar year without a current kennel license.
Counseling is recommended for individuals who have committed any type of animal abuse.
Fines up to $1000
Imprisonment up to 2 years
This past September Sticky the cat became a media sensation after being found body-wrapped in duct tape in the North Philadelphia area, officers gave opportunities for the owners to come forth and take ownership but no one followed through. More then 100 adoption request came in and she now has a new loving family.
- The montgomery county spca only takes donations, this includes money, food and blankets.
- They specialize in cats and dogs but they will except rabbits and guinea pigs
- They allow you to adopt, will take an unwanted pet, and also but an animal to rest if necessary.
- If you see an animal being abused or mistreated, call the Montgomery County S.P.C.A. they will investigate.
- they only except donations
- at the kitty cottage they only specialize in taking in and allowing open adoptions to cats.
- they are very strict when it comes to the adoption process, they really want to make sure that you will be a good owner for this animal
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