“Hoarding, a passive form of cruelty, consists of individuals keeping excessive numbers of neglected animals in poor conditions, which lead to poor health, starvation, behavioral problems, and death. It is estimated that at least three-fourths of all hoarders are female—typically… — Clif Flynn Copy Share Image
“Inflicting cruelty on a smaller, less powerful creature may make it easier to disregard the feelings of other living beings, whether humans or animals. The inability to empathize with others may lead to treating others in a manner consistent with the above symptoms of conduct disorder—with callous disregard, and without feelings of regret or remorse. If animal abuse interferes with… — Clif Flynn Copy Share
“Animal abuse should be taken seriously not just because of our concern for humans. Lax enforcement of animal-cruelty laws leads to untold suffering by… — Clif Flynn Copy Share Image
“Hoarding, a passive form of cruelty, consists of individuals keeping excessive numbers of neglected animals in poor conditions, which lead to poor health, starvation,… — Clif Flynn Copy Share Image
“During an abusive episode, pets often react by shivering or shaking, cowering, hiding, or urinating—similar physical manifestations of stress that are displayed by humans.… — Clif Flynn Copy Share Image
