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Why abusive husbands kick dogs but angry neighbors poison them

  • Written by Laura A. Reese, Professor of Political Science and Director of Global Urban Studies Program, Michigan State University
Why abusive husbands kick dogs but angry neighbors poison themBreaking down the numbers on animal neglect.Sergio Foto/shutterstock.com

Volunteering with animal rescue and shelter organizations in Detroit brought me face to face with many manifestations of animal cruelty: dogs left outside and frozen in their yards; dogs with chain link collars embedded in their necks; cats that had gaping wounds full of...

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