Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, April 2015

Animal cruelty certainly isn't a topic we looked forward to discussing, but as responsible pet parents, it's up to all of us to help the animals in our community. After all, we are their voice. So, it's up to us to advocate for animals that are being neglected or abused. But sometimes it's hard to even know where to begin. What are the signs of neglect? When does neglect cross over to cruelty? How can we help? This month, our friend and fellow animal advocate Dr. Patrick Mahaney helps us help those that cannot help themselves. In our podcast we'll answer: What should I do if I witness someone being cruel to their animals? Who do I report that to? How do I recognize if a "breeder" is actually a puppy mill? How do you talk to someone who crosses the line from what you think is helping, to actually hurting animals? What signs might indicate a pet is being abused? Do veterinarians have "mandatory reporter" requirements if they think a pet is being abused? I you adopt a pet that you suspect or you know has been abused in the past, what do you recommend you do to combat the long-lasting effects of that abuse, particularly behavioral issues?

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Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, April 2015 is an episode from Embrace Pet Insurance Podcast.

This episode is 17:10 long.

This episode was published on Apr 15, 2015.

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