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Originally Posted by centralnewyorki Although I hardly think 2 years is equal to the pain that poor dog experienced, at least it's a step in the right direction. This is a big issue in my area. A man recently went into the Humane Society, stole a cat, and beat it to death. It was the most awful thing I've ever heard, and I couldn't even bring myself to read the articles on it. The Humane Society brought a couple of charges against the man, and is working hard to get him some time. You would think that the law would be a little tougher on people who do cruel things like this. Don't most serial killers start out by abusing animals?? Either way, a person who is able to maliciously hurt an animal should not be walking the streets- who knows what they are capable of?? |
You are absolutely right. It is a fact that most serial killers have a history of abusing/torturing animals. Unfortunately, in most states, animals are viewed as property. This needs to change. Statutes need to be adopted that place animals above the status of property--maybe then the sentencing guidelines could, in turn, be tougher.
I also agree with your question of "who knows what they are capable of?" We already know that some of these people turn into killers--that alone should be enought to get the attention of legislators.
It can be very difficult for us, as pet lovers, to see light at the end of the tunnel with this problem. Is anyone on this forum from a state that has taken a hard stance with its laws concerning animal abusers?