Experts agree that it is the severity of the abuse--not the species of the victim--that matters. Animal abusers are every bit as dangerous as sex offenders, and the public deserves to know where these sick individuals live so that they can protect their animal companions--and themselves.
Martin Mersereau is the director of PETA's Emergency Response Team, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, 501 Front St., Norfolk, VA 23510; www.HelpingAnimals.com
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