Investigating animal abuse and the importance of sharing intelligence

Flynn, Mike; Ferreira, Gilly Mendes

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“…By virtue of these statistics and the grave consequences of this crime, it is surprising that animal abuse has received so little academic attention. Despite a seemingly renewed focus on its investigation in recent times, this type of abuse remains one of the least understood criminal behaviours (Flynn, 2012). As a consequence, the study of animal abuse recidivism has been almost entirely neglected (Ascione et al , 2018).…”

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Animal abuse recidivism: a narrative review

Reid,

Alleyne

2023

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to consolidate and evaluate the available research on animal abuse recidivism. Design/methodology/approach A narrative review of the animal abuse literature was conducted. Articles were included if they provided data/estimates of the rates of recidivism, findings regarding the static, dynamic and/or protective factors associated with animal abuse recidivism and available risk assessment tools, specifically for use with individuals who have a history of animal abuse. Findings The literature review highlighted high rates of reoffending amongst those who have harmed animals. Many risk and protective factors associated with animal abuse were common to the wider offending behaviour literature (e.g. antisocial attitudes, relationship issues), but more robust research is needed to highlight any distinct characteristics. Lastly, the review reports two risk assessment tools designed specifically for this offending group. Practical implications Clinicians and criminal justice personnel base their sentencing, detention and treatment decisions, at least in part, on the recidivism literature. This review provides a consolidation of the evidence base as an aide memoire for practitioners. Originality/value History of animal abuse is a risk factor for future animal harm specifically, and interpersonal violence more broadly. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first literature review that presents the key research evidence on risk/protective factors and relevant risk assessment tools that can inform intervention planning to reduce risk of reoffending towards animals and humans alike when practitioners encounter clients who have a history of harming animals.

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Section: Animal Abuse Recidivism: a Narrative Reviewmentioning

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Animal abuse recidivism: a narrative review

Reid,

Alleyne

2023

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“…Perhaps, these barriers reflect how animal abuse is understood in the VAW literature. Although both women and companion animals are victims of co-existing abuse and their abuse is intertwined, animal abuse is widely conceptualized as an indicator of abuse of humans, not as a serious issue itself (Adams, 1994, 1995; Flynn, 2012; Solot, 1997). Solot (1997) found that animal abuse was considered merely a sign of a “more ‘important’ kind of violence” (p. 262).…”

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“…Solot (1997) found that animal abuse was considered merely a sign of a “more ‘important’ kind of violence” (p. 262). Flynn (2012) noted, “published research on animal abuse has been motivated almost entirely by its association with violence against people” (p. 27). Thus, critiques of speciesist and anthropocentric views of violence have been made, yet analysis of intersectionality with human–animal relationships (i.e., the intersectionality of sexism and speciesism) remained unexamined.…”

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“…They reported statistically significant results that women who left animals behind with animal abusers more likely considered animals property rather than sentient beings. These results need to be placed in the context where scholars urge us not to consider an abuse of animals as an indicator for abuse of humans but as violence against other sentient victims who need protection (Adams, 1994, 1995; Faver & Strand, 2003b, 2007; Fitzgerald, 2007; Flynn, 2000a, 2000b, 2012; Solot, 1997). This suggests another layer of analysis is meaningful: that is, analyzing women's delayed flight from abusive relationships with speciesism and anthropocentrism.…”

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Inclusive Approaches by VAW Shelters: Respecting Women's Choice to be Together With Companion Animals

Matsuoka

Sorenson

2022

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Women often delay moving to VAW shelters if their companion animals’ safety is not ensured. Yet, few shelters accommodate them together. The purpose of this study is to explore what may help to promote services for women with companion animals facing violence, through learning from professionals who already provide support. Our email survey with VAW shelters in Ontario, Canada identified services and potential interviewees. Nine semi-structured telephone interviews with professionals were conducted to explore their experiences and views on human–animal relationships. All agencies that provided onsite programs, plus one about to start, participated. We utilized Critical Animal Studies as a theory to understand human–animal relationships through concepts such as intersectionality, anthropocentrism, speciesism, and feminist ethics of responsibility. The study found: (1) seven approaches shelters used to help women with companion animals; (2) programs that accept companion animals helped women move to shelters quickly but also affirmed women’s mutually respectful relationships with companion animals; (3) shelters also benefited, including expanding support from local communities and opportunities to educate them. The study suggests that by shifting ontological and theoretical approaches and including a critical examination of human–animal relationships at interpersonal and social structural levels, professional education promotes mobilizing resources for women with companion animals.

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Investigating animal abuse and the importance of sharing intelligence

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Animal abuse recidivism: a narrative review

Animal abuse recidivism: a narrative review

Inclusive Approaches by VAW Shelters: Respecting Women's Choice to be Together With Companion Animals

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