The phrase "helpless animals" refers to animals that are unable to take care of themselves or protect themselves from harm. They rely on humans or others for support and assistance. Full definition
Join forces with other pet lovers who share your belief, spread the word about how cruel this mills are and stand up for the rights of helpless animals. (petguide.com)
Take your Jeep and drive out to care for helpless animals on the spot. (nintendo-insider.com)
The thought that greedy humans are being financially rewarded for the cruelty that they are committing on helpless animals, how extensive that cruelty is, and how much there is left to do. (tailsinc.com)