>Jews are being beheaded, blown-up, and murdered in their cars by gunmen and
>you are worried about a fecking pussy?

> The HSUS Offers Reward in Pennsylvania Cat Mutilation Case
>
> May 7, 2004
>
> FLANDERS, NJ - The HSUS is offering a $2,500 reward for information
> leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons
> responsible for the mutilation of a cat found in Nanticoke on May 2.
> The cat was found with profusely bleeding ears that authorities
> believe had been partially and crudely amputated.
> The young male cat is being cared for by the Society for the
> Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Luzerne County in Wilkes-Barre,
> PA. The HSUS reward is offered in addition to a $1,600 fund the SPCA
> of Luzerne County has established for this case.
>
> According to Ed Gross, director of the SPCA of Luzerne County, the
> cat, described as unusually friendly and affectionate, considering the
> pain he has endured, may have been the victim of someone "practicing"
> the cropping of ears before performing the procedure on dogs intended
> to fight. It is not uncommon for illegal dog fighters to cut off the
> floppy ends of their dogs' ears -- an attempt to prevent their
> adversaries' jaws from clamping down on a sensitive, easily reached
> body part during a fight.
>
> This incident, which occurred at the outset of Be Kind to Animals
> Week, is another example of the cruelty that animals endure all too
> frequently at the hands of violent people. Reliable data illustrate
> that those who harm animals are often abusers of their fellow humans
> as well. "It is essential that whoever mutilated this cat is found and
> held accountable," said Samantha Mullen, program coordinator at the
> Mid-Atlantic Regional Office of The HSUS. "That person is dangerous
> and may need psychiatric treatment as well."
>
> The SPCA of Luzerne County is vigorously pursuing this case. Anyone
> with information about what happened to the cat is asked to please
> contact Ed Gross at 570-825-4111.
>
> The HSUS First Strike® program educates communities about the
> connection between animal cruelty and human violence. The HSUS
> provides resources about the connection and what people can do to
> combat animal cruelty. The HSUS also offers rewards in cruelty cases
> across the country and works to strengthen laws against animal
> cruelty. Go online to www.hsus.org/firststrike for more information.
>
> The HSUS reminds cat owners that they can take steps to keep their
> cats safe:
>
> . Cats are exposed to many dangers outside the home. Any cat left to
> roam outdoors will always be vulnerable to poisons, disease, animal
> attacks, animal cruelty, or being hit by a vehicle.
>
> . Cats can live longer, happier lives indoors or safely confined while
> still enjoying the benefits of the outdoors, according to The HSUS. A
> screened porch or enclosure, or sunny window perches can offer
> stimulation while protecting cats from danger. Many toys can simulate
> outdoor play, and cats can also be trained to walk on a harness and
> leash. The HSUS offers tips for cat owners who wish to bring their
> outdoor cat in at www.SafeCats.org.
>
> . Feral cat colonies present a different set of issues for a
> community. For more information on cat care and issues facing un-owned
> cats in diverse communities, visit www.SafeCats.org.
>
> . Start a Neighborhood Watch for AnimalsT program in your community.
> Whether it is incorporating animals into existing Neighborhood Crime
> Watch programs, or starting a program from scratch, all you need to do
> is ask residents to be on the lookout for signs that animals are being
> abused. The HSUS has free materials available to get people started on
> a Neighborhood Watch for Animals. Visit www.hsus.org/firststrike.
>
> The HSUS is the nation's largest animal protection organization with
> over eight million members and constituents. The HSUS is a mainstream
> voice for animals, with active programs in companion animals and
> equine protection, wildlife and habitat protection, animals in
> research and farm animals and sustainable agriculture. The HSUS
> protects all animals through legislation, litigation, investigation,
> education, advocacy and fieldwork. The non-profit organization, which
> celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2004, is based in Washington, DC
> and has 10 regional offices across the country. The HSUS Mid-Atlantic
> Regional Office serves Pennsylvania, New York, Delaware and New
> Jersey. Visit www.hsus.org for more information.