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This video captured a man in an elavator severly abusing his small jack russel terrier. The man kicks his dog several times into the elavator walls. Then he calls his dog over and kicks it some more. warning: this video contains some upsetting footage.

Puppy Mill Owner Pleads Guilty to 43 Counts of Animal Cruelty
On January 20, the trial of [|Jasper County, MS], puppy mill operator Richard Stockman came to a victorious close. Charged with 43 counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty, Stockman pled guilty to all charges in Jasper County Justice Court. Stockman was cited last October after 46 severely emaciated dogs, most suffering from a range of ailments including skin disease, rotted teeth, fur matted with urine and feces and various infections, were found on his property. Members of the ASPCA Field Investigations and Response Team assisted the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department with the investigation and the rescue of animals. Under terms of his plea agreement, Stockman must destroy his Bay Springs, MS, kennels and find homes for the remaining dogs within 30 days, or the animals will be seized by authorities. He is also banned from ever owning or caring for dogs used for breeding again. Furthermore, Stockman has 90 days to pay the courts a $1,000 fine. The rescued dogs were sent to the Oxford-Lafayette Humane Society where they have since been adopted. “Our team of investigators collected evidence for the prosecution of this case and provided for the animals’ immediate needs," says ASPCA Senior Vice President of Anti-Cruelty, Matt Bershadker. "Animal cruelty is unacceptable, and we did everything we could to lend our support to this critical operation. We applaud the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department for pursuing this case and recognizing the severity of the complaint." For more information on this case, visit [|ASPCA in Action] . Puppy mills are known for their terrible conditions, but this puppy mill takes it to the next level. The owner Richard stockman pled guilty to 43 counts of animal cruelty and his mill was shut down. He was spotted about a month ago with forty six emaciated dogs suffering from this such as skin diseases to matted fur with urine. He was banned from ever owning dogs to breed with again. In conclusion, stockman has 90 days to pay the courts 1,000 dollars. He also has 30 days to find homes for the animals or they will be seized by authorities.

Books On Animal Cruelty:

The Rose Tinted Menagerie: Have you ever thought twice when you plan a vacation to go to SeaWorld, gone to the circus or bought tickets to the zoo? Well the author of the book the rose tinted menagerie did. This book takes you behind the glass and what you can’t see. It also talks about the history of animal’s involvement in human entertainment. For a behind the scenes look at some of your favorite places take a look!

Blogs: [|http://www.blogtoplist.com/rss/animal-cruelty.html] This blog investigates and talks about different cases of animal cruelty. It talks about anything from marines and cops abusing animals or celeberties and animal abuse such as Michael Vick. Other animal abuse incidents and issues come up in this blog too. It talks about the punishment and the situation. If you are interested in discussing abuse with other people that feel strongly about it too check out this great informative blog!