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Easy Steps in Supporting Prevention of Animal Cruelty

Animal cruelty is a very real crime.  Every year, there are several animals that are maltreated.  Whether they are household pets like cats and dogs, or wild animals like bears and elephants, these animals are not safe from animal cruelty.  However, only a few concerned citizens are aware of this crime.  If you want to show your support for preventing animal cruelty, here are some easy steps that you can follow.

Set an Example

Start the change within yourself.  If you own an animal, set an example for others by always providing your pet with the proper love and care that it deserves.  Always provide fresh water, food and shelter.  Be responsible and have your pets neutered or spayed.  When your pet is sick or is in need of medical treatment, send him to a veterinarian.  It is important that you do not neglect or abuse your pets.  Shower it with a dose of tender, loving care.

Encourage Others To Join You

Have others back you up.  Otherwise, no one will take you seriously.  There are several ways to gain supporters.  You can either host rallies or write a petition.  You can also campaign online and gather signatures for a petition through the Internet.  You can also do it personally, by asking people you meet at a park or rally or in school to sign your petition.  All you have to do is print out pages of numbered lines with a heading “Stop Animal Cruelty”, and have people sign it.

Be Against Animal Testing

Animal testing is a form of animal cruelty.  Do not buy products that are conducted and tested on animals.  Buy or make buttons that clearly state your opposition against animal testing and hand them out to others.

Support Organizations Against Animal Cruelty

There are very many organizations against animal cruelty.  These organizations are committed to stopping animal abuse and neglect.  Also, they rescue and treat animals that are formerly victims of animal cruelty.  You can show your support by being part of these organizations and giving donations that will help in treating thousands of abused animals.

Inform Others

There are many people who are unaware of animal abuse and neglect.  Every day, this crime happens and there are any people that are unaware that this is actually taking place.  It is very important for you to spread the word.  You can do this by handing out pamphlets informing people of what’s really happening and what they can do to stop it.

Report a Crime

Your involvement is very important.  If you see an animal being abused or neglected, do something about it.  Report to your local humane society, animal shelter, or animal control agency right away.  Know who to call when reporting animal cruelty.  Take note of important details, such as the type of animal cruelty, persons involved, the date it happened, and where it took place.  These will really be of big help to the investigating officer.



By: Rashel Dan

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Do You Understand What Animal Cruelty Is?

One of the most gut wrenching things that happens on a daily basis is animal cruelty. For those who love animals, the sight of an abused creature can make them fighting mad.

Understanding what constitutes cruelty to animals can be difficult for some to comprehend. That is why many agencies that deal with this inhumane behavior have categorized the abuses into two types, thus making the topic easier to understand and perhaps to further help in the prevention of cruelty to animals.

The first of the types of animal cruelty that one should be aware of is passive cruelty, also known as an act of omission. This is the crime of neglect and is not an actual physical action perpetrated upon an animal. In other words, this is when an individual neglects their pets animals through starvation, dehydration, inadequate shelter or failure to seek the services of a vet when required.

This type of cruelty to animals can cause severe pain and suffering that often leads to death. In some cases, the reason for the cruelty is lack of education, and when informed of the cruelty to animals, the police can step in and educate the owner about being responsible for their dogs and cats, zoo animals and farm animals.

The opposite of passive cruelty is active cruelty to animals. This is when an individual deliberately and with intent causes physical harm to an animal. Those who display these acts of commission, as they may also be called, usually suffer from severe psychological issues.

If a child displays this behavior at any time, then a parent should seek immediate help. These occurrences have been linked to sociopathic behavior and can become worse as the child reaches adult life. As well, this type of cruelty often happens in an abusive home. In a union between humans, often an abusive partner will abuse the family pet for revenge.

Animal cruelty is one thing that can be stopped if individuals will only take the first step. Through education, people can learn about the types of cruelty and how to stop it from happening. Animal abuse will not be stopped or contained in one day.

However, if we, as a collective community, can become active in helping the animals that are mistreated, then perhaps one day we can put an end to this epidemic. All it takes is education and becoming involved in just a small way. One person can really make a difference in the life of an animal.



By: MIKE SELVON

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Mike Selvon has a passion for animal care, and his portal answers your common questions about animal cruelty. Visit his portal for your free gift and leave a comment at his humane society blog.