article_snippet: Animal abuse is a community concern.
article_snippet: People who abuse animals rarely do so only once and almost never stop there. '
article_snippet: The link between cruelty to animals and inter-personal violence is undeniable.
article_snippet: Many of our nation's serial killers and most school shooters share a history of animal abuse. '
article_snippet: Often, humans and animals are abused at the same time.
article_snippet: For example, the guy who kicks the family dog is likely abusing the guy who kicks the family dog spouse and children too.
article_snippet: Cruelty to animals is always a red flag.'