Q: Who do I call to report?
Who do I call to report animal abuse? Do I just call the police and see if they Presa charges or do I call someone else?
A: I would contact your local chapter of the SPCA. Beat cops are rarely familiar with animal cruelty laws. Your local SPCA will know the appropriate law enforcement agency and the appropriate person within that agency to report animal cruelty to. The SPCA representative will also most likely be thoroughly familiar with the applicable animal cruelty laws and can act as a screen to filter information that is unlikely to constitute a crime from that which is likely a crime.
A: If you suspect or witness animal abuse in Texas, you should report it to your local law enforcement agency. In many cases, you can call the non-emergency police number to report the incident. They will handle the situation and, if necessary, may involve animal control or other appropriate authorities.
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