Three broken ribs. A fractured rear leg. A bruised spine. A collapsed lung. A nose bleed.
That is an
incomplete list of the injuries suffered by a
12-week-old puppy in Monongalia County, West Virginia. Court records describe it as
intentional torture and mutilation for the sole purpose of causing pain.The man responsible has been charged with animal cruelty, and it's time we pressure local authorities to protect all future animals from the same fate.
Sign now to tell Monongalia County authorities: give this man a lifetime ban on animal ownership and get him access to mental health counseling NOW!Apparently,
the catalyst for the abuse was because the puppy had had an accident inside the home. Rarely is a 12-week-old puppy fully potty trained -- at that point they've barely been away from their mother, and need help, guidance, and training to learn to go outside.
Not a beating within an inch of their life.Those of us who have pets know that they are part of our family. It's impossible for most pet owners to imagine hurting our sweet animals, especially one so young and for a reason like a potty accident.
That's exactly why this man should be given a
lifetime ban on animal ownership: because it is abnormal to behave in this kind of violent, brutal way towards any animal, especially an innocent puppy. It's also exactly why he should receive mental health counseling. Clearly, this person is not well and needs care.
This puppy barely survived, and most likely will need a leg amputation if it has not happened already. To ensure this innocent animal gets justice, we must prevent ANY future acts of abuse from this man!
It is time local authorities ensure this man can never own animals again and get him access to mental health counseling immediately! Sign the petition now if you agree!