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Animal Cruelty Resources
The following information is provided
with the kind permission of PACC911. Please visit the website
pacc911.org for more
information.
Animal Cruelty Resources
Sheriff's (MASH) Animal Cruelty Hotline 602.876.1681
Arizona Humane Society 602.997.7585 ext. 2073
AAWL
Cruelty Hotline 602.433.2000
If you witness an animal being beaten or harmed in
any way, IMMEDIATELY CALL 911!
Anyone
with information about a felony animal abuse case ANYWHERE IN
MARICOPA COUNTY can call Silent Witness at 480.WITNESS
Per PETA, What to do if you see Animal Abuse:
If an animal is in a life-threatening situation, call authorities
immediately. Follow up with them in a timely manner to determine
their findings and their planned course of action. If they do not
respond right away, call PETA at 757-622-7382.
After you contact authorities, prepare a short written statement
detailing the key points of what you observed. Give dates,
approximate times, and locations. Timely fact-gathering is
crucial—the more time that passes, the greater the risk that
evidence will disappear, injuries will heal, or you'll forget
specific details. Written statements from other witnesses will help
back up your observations, and if possible, take pictures and date
them—photos or videos will strengthen your case.
Always keep a dated record of everyone you've contacted, along with
the content and outcome of your discussions. Never forward a letter,
photograph, or other documentation to anyone without first making a
copy for your own files. Make it clear to authorities that you wish
to pursue the case and that you are willing to lend your assistance
if necessary. Be sure to follow up! If you stay involved,
authorities are more likely to do the same.
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