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Why abusive husbands kick dogs but angry neighbors poison them

  • Written by Laura A. Reese, Professor of Political Science and Director of Global Urban Studies Program, Michigan State University
Breaking down the numbers on animal neglect.Sergio Foto/shutterstock.com

Volunteering with animal rescue and shelter organizations in Detroit brought me face to face with many manifestations of animal cruelty: dogs left outside and frozen in their yards; dogs with chain link collars embedded in their necks; cats that had gaping wounds full of...

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