How can I report suspected animal abuse or neglect?

If you suspect that an animal in Virginia is being abused or neglected, you can report this to your local Animal Control Officer or the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS). To report suspected animal abuse or neglect, contact the Animal Control Officer or VDACS as soon as possible. The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has an animal welfare hotline that people can contact to report animal abuse and neglect. The number for the hotline is (804) 786-3925. You can report suspected animal abuse or neglect by providing as much information as possible, such as the location of the animal, the age, and any information about the suspected abuser or neglector. You can also make a report to the Virginia State Police. To report an animal abuse or neglect to the Virginia State Police, you do not need to provide your name; you can submit the complaint anonymously. You will need to provide information about the incident, such as the location of the alleged abuse, a description of the animal, and any other information you have about the incident. Finally, you can contact a local humane society or animal welfare agency. These organizations will be able to provide assistance to the animal and help ensure that abuse or neglect is not taking place. The agency may also be able to provide support or resources to the animal’s owner if they are struggling with providing adequate care for the animal.

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