What are some signs of animal cruelty?

• Tick or flea infestations. Such a condition, if left untreated, can lead to an animal's death
• Wounds
• Patches of missing hair
• Extremely thin, emaciated, starving animals
• Limping
• An owner striking or otherwise physically abusing an animal
• Dogs that are repeatedly left alone without food and water, often chained up in a yard
• Dogs that have been hit by cars -- or are showing any of the signs listed above -- and have not been taken to a veterinarian
• Dogs that are kept outside without shelter in extreme weather conditions
• Animals who cower in fear or act aggressively when approached by their owners