As many homes and families as there are that love and cherish their pets, there are also homes and families who treat their pets quite badly. It is up to all of us to be on the look out for injured or abused animals. The shelter in your area likely has a number to report cruelty or abuse. I like to have it programed into my phone so that if I am ever out and about and see something, I can quickly call and report it without having to search for the number.You can also go to ASPCA http://www.fightcruelty.org/ to learn of signs to be on the look out for. Here are a few:
Signs of physical abuse
Collar so tight it has caused neck irritation or wounds
Open wounds, or untreated injuries
Untreated skin conditions (look for loss of hair, scaly skin, large rashes etc.)
Extreme thinness
Fur infested with fleas ticks or other parasites
Weakness, limping, or inability to walk or stand
Environmental Signs
Pets tied up for long periods of time without adequate food or water
Pets kept outside without shelter to escape the elements
Pets kept in an area littered with feces or other harmful elements
Pets over crowded in kennels or homes
*Remember that if you see an animal in a bad situation the only chance he has may be you. Most of the time animals are allowed to be abused because no one wanted to be the one to call. These animals are pets to our neighbors, relatives or friends and it is not always easy to make that call, but you can remain anonymous and you may save a life! Please stand up for those creatures without a voice.
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