In a disturbing video that recently went viral, a fitness influencer can be seen beating and choking his dog named Stitch, asking the dog, "do you want to die?" Stitch was left struggling to breathe and in visible pain for days. To make matters worse, authorities say the individual accused in this case is also facing charges related to domestic violence and other serious offenses involving gun possession.
Sign the petition to demand accountability, mandatory mental health counseling, and a lifetime ban on animal ownership.
The man's ex-girlfriend told police she was afraid to come forward about the animal abuse out of fear of retaliation. Sadly, this is not uncommon. The connection between animal abuse and domestic violence is not a coincidence.
Experts have long warned that animal abuse is often one of the earliest warning signs of escalating violence. In many cases, it is part of a broader pattern that can extend to partners, children, and others in the home.
When someone is capable of inflicting this kind of harm on a defenseless animal, it raises urgent concerns about what they may do next. This is exactly why intervention matters. Stopping violence early can save lives, and ignoring it only allows it to grow.
Sign the petition now to urge the courts to impose mandatory mental health counseling and a lifetime ban on owning or being around animals, in addition to any criminal charges.
