Signs of Animal Abuse

Signs of Animal Abuse

According to the ASPCA, common signs of animal abuse include:

• Tick and flea infestations.
  
  
• Wounds on the Body
  
  
• Patches of Missing Fur
  
  
• Limping
  
  
• An owner striking an animal that results in injury
  
  
• Dogs repeatedly left alone without food and water; often chained up.
  
  
• Dogs that have been hit by a car, or showing the above signs and not taken to a veterinarian.
  
  
• Dogs kept outside in extreme weather.
  

Animal abuse is a felony. If you suspect animal abuse, please report it to the local authorities