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	Cruelty to animals - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The animal welfare movement believes that the use of animals for human ends is justified, but is concerned with improving their treatment.
		Traditional or controversial practices such as treatment of rodeo animals or medical research are usually excepted from the operation of the law.
		Spectacular stories about grave atrocities and animal hoarders are mainstays of local TV news reporting, but most offences concern lack of adequate shelter or food and similar mundane deficiencies in animal care.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Animal_abuse (480 words)

	WSAVA 2001 - Animal Abuse: Legislation in North America and Latin America
		Both to protect that animal and because the abuse may be a sentinel for other violence that is occurring within or outside the family, it is crucial that veterinarians deal effectively with instances of suspected animal maltreatment.
		Animals are moved from the property section to a new section of the Criminal Code that focuses on conduct harmful to society.
		Veterinary schools are encouraged to discuss animal abuse, and the reporting thereof, in their curricula, so that graduating veterinarians are better able to recognize the signs of abuse and know the appropriate steps to take in documenting and reporting it.
	www.vin.com /VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00019.htm (1487 words)

	Animal Abuse Investigators (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Animal abuse investigators have extensive training in the areas of animal behavior and explanations for various animal injuries.
		Animal abuse investigators are in a position to break the cycle of violence to humans by reporting it to the proper authorities.
		Therefore, when investigating animal abuse, the detection of domestic violence or child abuse is a strong probability.
	familyvio.ssw.fsu.edu /rural/animal-ch1-11.html (382 words)

	HelpingAnimals.com > Campaigns > Animal Abuse and Human Abuse (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		While animal abuse is an important sign of child abuse, the parent isn’t always the one harming the animal.
		Children who abuse animals may be repeating a lesson learned at home; like their parents, they are reacting to anger or frustration with violence.
		Animal abuse is often discovered earlier than child or domestic abuse because it so often occurs in plain view.
	www.helpinganimals.com /a-abusefam.html (1219 words)

	Animal Awareness \| Types of Animal Abuse
		If a living sentient being (human or non-human animal) is forced into slavery, food production, entertainment, medical research, product testing, fighting, racing, or if that being is used for indulgent items such as fur, or being killed in the name of predator control or wildlife control, chances are that living sentient being is abused.
		Secondly, it is true that animals kill each other in the wild for survival and that is a natural part of life.
		Animals endure extreme amounts of suffering on a daily basis for all the years of their life on a factory farm.
	www.animalawareness.org /pages/types.html (626 words)

	WSAVA 2001 - Animal Abuse and Human Violence—SOTAL
		Second, public interest in animal cruelty is a natural corollary of growing concern about the overall proliferation of violence in society and a strong movement to find effective tools for identifying victims and perpetrators of violence at the earliest stages of abuse.
		In another survey of small animal practitioners, Sharpe (1999) estimated that the average practitioner saw 5.6 cases of animal abuse per 1,000 patients, with little effect of location in a rural, urban, or suburban practice.
		The 1996 Animal Welfare Position Statement of the American Veterinary Medical Association states that: “The AVMA recognizes that veterinarians may have occasion to observe cases of cruelty to animals, animal abuse, or animal neglect as defined by state or local ordinances.
	www.vin.com /VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00023.htm (1778 words)

	Abuse
		Animal abuse by member of the family, whether parent or child, often means child abuse is going on too.
		Animal abuse, by a parent or child, is one indicator that a child may be at risk of abuse.
		If a child describes animal abuse in the home, the school counselor and psychologist should be immediately notified, as well as the local animal welfare agency, which can check up on the care of any animals in the home.
	www.vospca.org /archive/abuse.html (1090 words)

	Animal Abuse
		As laws become more protective for the animals, abusers are bailing out, and as you can see there has been a huge increase in the year 2003 of abandoned animals.
		Humane officers report a catalogue of misery suffered by the animals, from untreatable ailments requiring euthanasia to cats mutilated and crippled by ignorant owners who tried to declaw their pets with garden shears.
		A total of 19 states have a flat ban on the private ownership of dangerous exotic animals; the remaining 31 states need to adopt similar prohibitions if the public is to be protected and wild animals are to be banished from squalid backyard pens.
	www.bigcatrescue.org /animal_abuse.htm (4522 words)

	Animal Abuse & Human Abuse: Partners in Crime
		Animal abuse is not just the result of a minor personality flaw in the abuser, but a symptom of a deep disturbance.
		Because domestic abuse is directed toward the powerless, animal abuse and child abuse often go hand in had.
		After extensive study of the link between animal abuse and human abuse, two experts concluded, “The evolution of a more gentle and benign relationship in human society might, thus be enhanced by our promotion o a more positive and nurturing ethic between children and animals”.
	www.tulsaspca.org /articles/abuse_history.html (1096 words)

	Society&Animal Forum - Society & Animals Journal
		The second problem with the commonly accepted definition of abuse arises when one considers the contradictions in our culture's use of animals: the very acts that would be considered perfect examples of cruelty when performed by certain individuals in certain contexts on certain species are culturally acceptable in other situations.
		When even animal welfare organizations like HSUS launch major campaigns calling attention to animal abuse as a "human problem," those who always studied animals appear thrilled to leap into an arena that finally validates their interest.
		It is crucial that those in the field of violence toward animals not accept being characterized as chroniclers of a symptom of larger problems, but that they insist that their studies be seen as having intrinsic worth.
	www.psyeta.org /sa/sa5.3/Solot.html (3011 words)

	Animal Abuse & DV (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Animal abuse exposes the deliberateness of battering rather than loss of control.
		Animal abuse and child abuse are closely related.
		Animal abuse is often a tool used by batterers to emotionally control or coerce victims.
	www.fcadv.org /AnimalAbuse.html (613 words)

	Juvenile Justice Bulletin -- September 2001 -- Animal Abuse and Youth Violence (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The number of animals that are victims of such abuse is, at present, difficult to estimate, as is the number of young people who perpetrate such abuse.
		For example, animal control officers should be trained to identify signs of child maltreatment and child protection workers should be trained to identify animal abuse.
		The underlying theme of such training should be that animal abuse is a significant form of violence that not only harms animals but may be a warning sign of a child who is psychologically disturbed or in danger of maltreatment.
	www.ncjrs.org /html/ojjdp/jjbul2001_9_2/page8.html (1080 words)

	American Humane: How Do I Help an Animal: Step 1
		If you discover, however, the animal has inadequate shelter from the weather, or doesn't get fed everyday, or doesn't always have water in his bowl, you can be sure this animal is being neglected and needs help.
		In the case of a child abusing an animal, the parent may simply be unaware of the behavior.
		But because animal abuse has been linked with other types of abuse in the home -- namely child abuse -- it's often better to let a humane officer investigate.
	www.americanhumane.org /site/PageServer?pagename=hw_help_animal_step1 (365 words)

	Animal Advocates of Western New York
		Animals suffer for "entertainment purposes" in rodeos and circuses, during the production of motion pictures, and in poorly designed zoos and aquariums.
		Animals are subject to dismemberment and death in staged dogfights and cockfights.
		Most farm animals are raised intensively on "factory farms", where their short lives are spent in unnatural, confined quarters.
	www.animalswny.org (466 words)

	Humane Society Silicon Valley: Animal Abuse (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		For this reason, humane officers and animal control officers are required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
		Whenever a child is seen mistreating an animal the incident should be reported immediately to your city's animal control department.
		Animals are used as leverage by abusers to gain compliance and silence from their victims.
	www.hssv.org /RESOURCES/CRUELTY/animal_abuse_human.htm (386 words)

	HelpingAnimals.com > Campaigns > Animal Abuse and Human Abuse
		Violent acts toward animals have long been recognized as indicators of a dangerous psychopathy that does not confine itself to animals.
		Animal abuse is not just the result of a minor personality flaw in the abuser but rather a symptom of a deep mental disturbance.
		The FBI has found that a history of cruelty to animals is one of the traits that regularly appear in its computer records of serial rapists and murderers, and the standard diagnostic and treatment manual for psychiatric and emotional disorders lists cruelty to animals as a diagnostic criterion for conduct disorders.
	www.helpinganimals.com /a-abuse.html (441 words)

	Abuse.com -- a WebMagic site (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Most professionals agree that animal abuse is not just the result of a personality flaw in the abuser but a symptom of a deeply disturbed family.
		Animal cruelty is associated with increasingly violent behavior and is an indicator of the potential threat of escalating violence, abuse and criminal activity.
		Individuals who abuse animals are often the same ones responsible for acts of family violence -- case studies and statistics tell us that when animals are at risk of violence, children and women are also at risk.
	www2.webmagic.com /abuse.com/index7.html (528 words)

	Juvenile Justice Bulletin -- September 2001 -- Animal Abuse and Youth Violence (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Although legal definitions of animal abuse vary, it is a crime in every State, and many States have enacted laws establishing certain forms of cruelty to animals as felony offenses.
		The forms of abuse to which animals may be subjected are similar to the forms of abuse children experience, including physical abuse, serious neglect, and even psychological abuse.
		Particular attention is focused on the prevalence of cruelty to animals by children and adolescents and to the role of animal abuse as a possible symptom of conduct disorder.
	www.ncjrs.org /html/ojjdp/jjbul2001_9_2/contents.html (439 words)

	Animal abuse-The Case For Felony Laws
		Under current felony animal cruelty statutes in most of the 41 states of the United States which have them, cruelly killing an animal is punishable by prison terms of no more than a year or two.
		Since the animal abuser of today stands a very good chance of being the murderer, rapist or child abuser of tomorrow, odds are that the justice system will be dealing with him sooner or later anyway.
		As evidence demonstrates, someone heartless enough to torture a defenseless animal is capable of nearly anything, and as a compassionate society we have a duty to protect the innocent and defenseless among us from those with sociopathic tendencies.
	www.lisaviolet.com /cathouse/felony_yes.html (685 words)

	Animal Abuse
		Abusers may harm – or threaten to harm – an animal in order to intimidate, re-affirm their position of power in the household, or keep their partners from leaving.
		Intentional animal cruelty/abuse can involve depriving an animal of food, water, shelter, socialization or veterinary care, or maliciously torturing, maiming, mutilating or killing an animal.
		Cruelty to animals can be exhibited in children as young as four years, and should never be ignored or minimized.
	www.novavita.org /pages/animal.html (231 words)

	Animal Abuse and Veterinarians
		For example, child protection caseworkers who observe animal abuse are restricted by state laws from revealing the names of their clients, and animal protection agencies are reluctant to pursue a report made anonymously.
		In addition, British veterinarians are now advised to discuss their concerns with clients, to consider whether child abuse or domestic violence might be present (with or without the presence of animal abuse), and to consider reporting their concerns to appropriate animal protection, child protection or law enforcement authorities.
		The implications and extent of animal abuse perpetrated by batterers, by children, or by domestic violence victims unable to care for all members of their household within this constellation of violence, are only now beginning to be explored.
	www.animaltherapy.net /Vets-abuse.html (7209 words)

	Pet Abuse & Domestic Violence (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The connection between Animal Abuse and Domestic Violence is one that chills the heart of the most ardent animal lover.
		The studies that have been done by Frank Ascione PhD and the folks at the MIAOUF Animal Shelter show that the majority of those who abuse also have a history of abuse to the pets in their home.
		When a person decides to get out of their abuse one of their concerns is the welfare of the family pet.
	www.teamcares.org /animal_abuse.html (377 words)

	Stop Abuse!
		Abuse to animals is a horrible crime that ultimately touches us all, both as a society and as individuals.
		Animal abuse comes in many forms - from senseless acts of neglect and intentional harm, to the unspeakable treatments lab animals endure in the name of science and research, to the ghastly treatment received by animals on food farms.
		Pasado's Safe Haven is a no-kill animal rescue and rehabilitation organization located on a 50-acre sanctuary one hour northeast of Seattle, Washington.
	lovecats4x.tripod.com /abuse.html (1211 words)

	Bellwether 58: Canary in a Coal Mine: The Connection Between Animal Abuse and Human Violence
		Animals have long served as prognosticators of disease and toxins in the environment.
		Children who abuse animals may be repeating behavior seen at home; like their parents, they too are reacting to anger or frustration with violence.
		Increasing awareness levels have indeed made a difference in the past ten years: the evidence that cruelty toward animals is indicative of other violent behaviors has been so overwhelming that 41 states and the District of Columbia currently have felony-level convictions for serious acts of animal abuse.
	www.vet.upenn.edu /schoolresources/communications/publications/bellwether/58/connection.html (1131 words)

	Animal Abuse & Neglect Statutes
		All fines and penalties for a first conviction of animal neglect or abandonment may be waived by the court provided that the person found guilty of animal neglect or abandonment shows that adequate, permanent remedies for the neglect or abandonment have been made.
		The animal shall not be disposed of, unless diseased or disabled beyond recovery for any useful purpose, until after expiration of a minimum of five business days, during which time the public shall have clear access to inspect or recover the animal through time periods ordinarily accepted as usual business hours.
		The authority taking custody of an animal shall give notice of the provisions of this section by posting a copy of this section at the place where the animal was taken into custody or by delivering it to a person residing on the property.
	www.showme.net /~capegadm/pa/INETANIMALABUSESTATUTES.htm (1656 words)

	Reporting Animal Abuse (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		It argues that veterinarians are ideally placed as sentinels to identify and deal with animal abuse, and where this is severe or not able to be dealt with effectively, to report it to respective authorities.
		They promote the adoption of child abuse terminology in the case of companion animals (though it may be applied to appropriate cases in any other type of animal) to promote a common language and to help mutual understanding when working with medical health professionals.
		I propose that the reporting of animal abuse by Veterinarians be made mandatory in all states of Australia for companion animals.
	www.vetsurgeonsboardwa.au.com /0302_02Abuse.html (2430 words)

	Reporting Animal Abuse or Neglect
		These dedicated agencies have the important job of ensuring that animals in their jurisdiction receive proper food, water, and shelter, and are protected from abandonment and cruel treatment. The prevention of cruelty to animals represents the core mission of many local animal care organizations.
		When animals must be housed at the shelter for long periods of time while a case is being processed, it can create stress for both the animals and the staff.
		With the best interests of the animals in mind, many states have established civil procedures to allow the agency to petition the general district court in the city or county where the animals were seized for a hearing to expedite custody of the animals to the agency.
	www.hsus.org /ace/11847 (914 words)

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