In Albuquerque, New Mexico, a man allegedly killed two dogs after an argument with his girlfriend’s family. Reports say he shot his girlfriend’s brother’s dog and even ran over his own. Neighbors and family have accused him of violence for more than a decade—and he was convicted just four years ago for firing a gun at someone. Clearly, this is a dangerous pattern.
This man’s actions prove the disturbing link between animal abuse and wider violence. Jail time alone hasn’t stopped him—intensive psychiatric treatment is urgently needed to protect both animals and people. Dogs like Cinderella, who was allegedly shot and killed, should never have suffered this cruelty…