Animal Control Officers in Florida are mandatory reporters for suspected child abuse and neglect.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and it’s important to remember there’s a strong link between animal neglect and family violence. When animals are unsafe, there’s often someone else in the home who needs help too.
If you ever see a situation that doesn’t feel right, you can call the Florida Abuse Hotline:
1‑800‑96‑ABUSE. Protecting animals helps protect children- and protecting children helps protect animals.
