Top 10 ways to prevent animal cruelty

1. Be aware;
2. Learn to recognize animal cruelty;
3. Know who to call to report animal cruelty;
4. Provide as much as information as possible when reporting animal cruelty;
5. Call or write your local law enforcement department;
6. Know your state's animal cruelty laws;
7. Fight for the passage of strong anti-cruelty laws;
8. Set a good example for others;
9. Talk to your kids about how to treat animals with kindness and respect;
10. Support your local shelter or animal rescue organization.