Fighting Animal Cruelty

Cruelty to animals is a crime in every state. Are you—or do you want to be—involved in fighting animal cruelty in your community?

Effectively identifying, reporting, investigating, prosecuting and raising awareness about animal cruelty poses special challenges for all involved. In this section you'll find resources and tools especially for veterinarians, law enforcement and prosecutors, and animal advocates and shelters. We've also included sample forms you can use to assemble thorough forensic documentation in animal abuse cases.

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The Cost of Caring For Seized Animals
Would you like to help house and care for animals seized in cruelty cases at your shelter, but don't have the financial resources? Here are some solutions.

Types of Animal Fighting
Learn about the illegal and brutal yet lucrative "sport" of pitting animals against each other in bloody, often deadly contests.