Friends,
For the 12th year in a row, Kentucky ranks as the worst state for animal protection laws according to the annual U.S. Animal Protection Laws Rankings Report published by the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s preeminent legal advocacy organization for animals.
Kentucky earned its lowest spot in the rankings because state lawmakers have yet to pass a number of important, and increasingly universal, protections. For example, Kentucky is the only state that prohibits veterinarians from reporting suspected animal abuse. It is also one of just a handful of states with no prohibition of sexual assault of animals. Additionally, felony animal cruelty and animal fighting only covers limited species; and there are as yet no statutory provisions for post-conviction restitution or forfeiture, except in cases involving horses.
Shelters and foster homes spend thousands of dollars and countless hours trying to save these helpless animals. During the extreme weather conditions in the summer and winter you can find dogs chained outdoors without adequate shelter, food or water. In many cases the owner does not spay or neuter, resulting in litter after litter of puppies.
On February 6th Kentucky legislators will meet to consider passing laws to protect these animals. HELP US TO MAKE A CHANGE! PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT BY SIGNING OUR PETITION. THANK YOU!
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January 24, 2019
Reaching this level of visibility feels heavy because it reminds me of how long we have been losing this fight. I am exhausted by the state of things but seeing this many people acknowledge the cruelty is the fuel I need to keep going.
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Kentucky Legislatures’ failure to adequately and appropriately regulate laws related to animal care and animal cruelty is abhorrent.
I work tirelessly to rescue dogs in Manchester with little to no help! Unless laws change the work will not slow down!
I’m embarrassed to be from a state that has so little regard for animals. And to be the worst state??? We have to be their voice for they have none
Animals deserve to be treated with respect; they are living beings. Often people who are abusive to animals are also abusive to humans. We need laws in Kentucky that display a value for all life forms.
Let's get Kentucky moving into the next century instead of being stuck in last place when it comes to animal abuse. No excuse for Kentucky to be there year after year after year.
Let me be a loud voice.
I stand for the voice of these helpless animals.
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Friends,
For the 12th year in a row, Kentucky ranks as the worst state for animal protection laws according to the annual U.S. Animal Protection Laws Rankings Report published by the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s preeminent legal advocacy organization for animals.
Kentucky earned its lowest spot in the rankings because state lawmakers have yet to pass a number of important, and increasingly universal, protections. For example, Kentucky is the only state that prohibits veterinarians from reporting suspected animal abuse. It is also one of just a handful of states with no prohibition of sexual assault of animals. Additionally, felony animal cruelty and animal fighting only covers limited species; and there are as yet no statutory provisions for post-conviction restitution or forfeiture, except in cases involving horses.
Shelters and foster homes spend thousands of dollars and countless hours trying to save these helpless animals. During the extreme weather conditions in the summer and winter you can find dogs chained outdoors without adequate shelter, food or water. In many cases the owner does not spay or neuter, resulting in litter after litter of puppies.
On February 6th Kentucky legislators will meet to consider passing laws to protect these animals. HELP US TO MAKE A CHANGE! PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT BY SIGNING OUR PETITION. THANK YOU!
Updates
January 24, 2019
Reaching this level of visibility feels heavy because it reminds me of how long we have been losing this fight. I am exhausted by the state of things but seeing this many people acknowledge the cruelty is the fuel I need to keep going.
Reached 100 supporters
January 24, 2019
51 Comments
I am requesting Kentucky law makers to pass laws to protect animals from abuse. I was shocked and saddened recently to discover my beautiful home state placed last for our nation when it comes to protecting animals. Please make the ethical and moral decision to pass laws to protect animals from abuse. Thank you in advance for your consideration on this matter.
Kentucky Legislatures’ failure to adequately and appropriately regulate laws related to animal care and animal cruelty is abhorrent.
I work tirelessly to rescue dogs in Manchester with little to no help! Unless laws change the work will not slow down!
I’m embarrassed to be from a state that has so little regard for animals. And to be the worst state??? We have to be their voice for they have none
Animals deserve to be treated with respect; they are living beings. Often people who are abusive to animals are also abusive to humans. We need laws in Kentucky that display a value for all life forms.
Let's get Kentucky moving into the next century instead of being stuck in last place when it comes to animal abuse. No excuse for Kentucky to be there year after year after year.
Let me be a loud voice.
I stand for the voice of these helpless animals.
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I am requesting Kentucky law makers to pass laws to protect animals from abuse. I was shocked and saddened recently to discover my beautiful home state placed last for our nation when it comes to protecting animals. Please make the ethical and moral decision to pass laws to protect animals from abuse. Thank you in advance for your consideration on this matter.