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Jail Serial Cat Killer in California For Decades

A man arrested for animal cruelty for allegedly killing “a lot” of cats has yet to be held accountable.

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Florida Woman Drowns Her Dog in Airport Toilet

Demand justice for Tywinn, a 9-year-old dog who was drowned in a toilet by his supposed guardian at Orlando International Airport, Florida.

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UPDATE: Husband of Nurse Convicted of Bestiality in Texas Sentenced for His Crimes Against Children

Check out the sentencing of William Mitchell Keen, whose charges of indecent exposure and possession of child pornography led to his wife’s bestiality charges and…

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Cats Beheaded & Their Heads Boxed Up & Placed on Neighbor’s Mailbox

Demand maximum sentencing for a Florida man who was arrested for allegedly killing and beheading two cats and leaving their heads in a box on a neighbor’s mailbox.

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Man Who Burned Trapped Raccoon Alive Gets Just 6 Months in Jail

A Massachusetts man who slowly burned a trapped raccoon alive was sentenced to just 6 months. Andrew Chieu faced up to 7 years — but he’ll walk free on probation.…

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Victory! Texas Shelter Employee Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Killing Dozens of Kittens

Gabriel Caswell, a former technician at the Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter in Texas, was convicted of animal cruelty for the brutal killing of many dozens…

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Florida Residents: Urge Lawmakers to Pass Dexter’s Law to Crack Down on Animal Cruelty

Florida lawmakers are considering legislation named after Dexter, a dog who was killed just four days after being adopted, to crack down on animal cruelty.

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Two Cats Viciously Drowned by Arkansas Pastor

An Arkansas pastor has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty for allegedly trapping and then cruelly drowning two cats. Demand maximum penalties and a permanent…

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UPDATE: Mississippi Man Sentenced for Brutally Dragging Dog to Death

Daniel Berthelette of Copiah County, Mississippi, was finally sentenced for aggravated animal cruelty after he dragged a neighbor’s dog, George, to death.

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MEDIA RELEASE: Texas Shelter Employee Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Killing Kittens

In Defense of Animals applauds the sentencing of Gabriel Caswell, a former technician at the Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter, who was convicted of animal…

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MEDIA RELEASE: Texas Man Convicted of Possession of Child Porn and Lewd Behavior

In Defense of Animals, applauds the conviction and sentencing of William Mitchell Keen, who was charged with indecent exposure and possession of child pornography.

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WATCH: Argon’s Story Is Not Over Yet

Argon, the German shepherd found zip-tied in Malibu Canyon has passed away from cancer, yet he found joy and loving care. Find his abuser.

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Brutal Memphis Bridge Dog Killer Identified & Arrested

Demand the vigorous prosecution of the alleged sociopath, Christopher L. Triplett, who unconscionably plunged a defenseless dog off the South Lauderdale Bridge in…

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MEDIA RELEASE: Mississippi Man Sentenced for Brutally Dragging Dog to Death

Justice for George: In Defense of Animals fights for justice for George, a beloved dog brutally dragged to death in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. Advocating for…

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Victory! Man Hit With Maximum Sentencing After Decapitating Dexter the Dog Right After Adopting Him

Victory! Domingo Rodriguez was sentenced to 1 year and 59 days in jail and ordered to pay $6,395 court costs and a fine for killing and decapitating Dexter, a dog…

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Friendly Cat Cruelly Killed by a Man with a Crossbow

Demand the maximum sentencing of a Mississippi man arrested and charged for killing a cat with a crossbow.

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UPDATE: Judge Refuses To Punish Animal-Torturing Duo in Florida

In Defense of Animals is disappointed in the sentencing by Circuit Judge Michael Heisey in St. Lucie County, Florida of the operators of a backyard slaughterhouse…

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MEDIA RELEASE: Man Who Killed Dog Days After Adopting Him Sentenced

In Defense of Animals applauds the sentencing of Domingo Rodriguez, who was charged with animal cruelty for killing and decapitating Dexter, a dog he adopted just…

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California Woman Starved To Death 80 Horses & Many Other Animals

A California woman is facing multiple charges following the discovery of 80 dead horses and dozens more in horrifying states being kept across three of her properties…

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UPDATE: Mississippi Woman To Serve At Least 4 Years for Bestiality & Animal Cruelty

We enthusiastically welcome the strong sentencing from the first trial of Denise Nicole Frazier who was arrested twice after footage of her sexually abusing dogs…

UPDATE: Second Sentenced for Role in Dogfighting Ring Connected to DoD Official

Mario Damon Flythe was sent to prison for dogfighting. It’s not enough, but it’s better than nothing.

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MEDIA RELEASE: Jones County Woman Will Serve 4 Years for Bestiality and Animal Cruelty

In Defense of Animals welcomes the sentencing of Denise Nicole Frazier who was arrested after footage of her sexually abusing dogs was shared on social media in…

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Rabbit Violently Killed at a Party in Massachusetts

A pet rabbit was brutally abused—grabbed by the ears, slammed to the ground, then thrown off a porch. Demand accountability for this horrific cruelty! Take action…

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MEDIA RELEASE: Two Sentenced for Backyard Butcher Operation

In Defense of Animals is disappointed by the sentencing of a backyard butcher couple who tortured animals in Florida

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