Violence against animals often portends violence against people, but for women experiencing domestic abuse, the two can be one and the same.
Research has shown that
violence against animals often occurs alongside other crimes such as domestic violence.
Not exact matches
We have long known a behavioral link exists between
animal abuse and human abuse: violent behavior toward
animals often acts as a precursor to
violence against people.
Addressing the
violence against an
animal can
often help stop or prevent further
violence against people.