How to report animal negligence

Witnessing neglect or animal abuse can be a heartbreaking experience. For those who love animals, it is difficult to understand why it happens. However, it does not matter whether you understand it or not, you have the responsibility to stop or report the abuse if you observe it. The key is education about the prevention of animal cruelty and how to deal with this horrible experience, not only for animals and their safety, but to ensure that the person committing the crime is punished.

The first place that should be contacted when the abandonment of the animals has been witnessed is the local human shelter. They have the power to enforce the animal cruelty laws that exist in almost every state and subsequently hold the abuser accountable for their actions.

They can be fined and even imprisoned based on how strict the laws are in the state where the abuse occurred. The only way in which the human shelter will know about neglect in the community is through the eyes and ears of the members of the community.

If a person lives in a rural area that does not really have a human shelter they can contact, then they should still report the abuse. They can do so by contacting their local police department.

They also have the jurisdiction to make sure that the animal laws against cruelty are followed. Another place to check if you do not feel comfortable communicating with the police is a website that can help locate a local animal care organization. Two of these sites are "Pet Finder" and "Pets 911".

The world of animal neglect is a sad thing. Many times people overlook animal abuse or cruelty because they are not sure what to do. With just one phone call, one can help an animal that needs it.

Even the horses of farm animals and other animals are covered by the animal laws that exist in most places. You just have to take the initiative to keep the animals safe. They count on us.