Reporting Cases of Animal Abuse or Neglect

If you suspect animal abuse or neglect, follow these steps:

  1. Document Evidence: Record key details such as dates, times, and observations.
  2. Report to Authorities: Contact local animal welfare organisations or the police.
  3. Maintain Anonymity: Most organisations allow anonymous reporting.
  4. Follow Up: Provide additional information if requested but leave investigations to professionals.

Reporting abuse protects animals and ensures accountability. Useful resources include the RSPCA and your local council’s animal welfare team.

Don't endanger youself in the process of helping an animal, if in desperate need of help with animal abuse, call 999, They'll be able to sign-post you to either the correct place, or send out assistance within the Police, and the Dog Warden (in cases of Dog Abuse)

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