The connection between animal abuse and domestic violence is undeniable. The Rita B. Huff Animal Shelter and SAAFE House are working together to stop all violence - whether it's violence toward animals or humans. You can do your part by reporting ALL violence.

Check out the following sites for more information regarding the link between domestic violence and animal abuse.

The First Strike Campaign is an education effort by the Humane Society of the United States.


Violence to Humans and Animals: An Important Link This fact sheet by the American Humane Association offers information, statistics and references regarding the animal/human violence link.