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Sep 16, 2009 11:20 pm US/Eastern

Baltimore Task Force Works To Prevent Animal Abuse

Reporting
Kai Jackson
BALTIMORE (WJZ) ― A dog was doused with gasoline and set on fire.  Several cats were beaten.  There's been a string of violent attacks against animals in recent months. On Wednesday, there were demands for action.

Kai Jackson explains how the city plans to stop the abuse.

A pit bull was set on fire this past May.  The dog later died.

"Animal cruelty is such a major issue in our city.  We have children who don't understand that animals feel pain," said Tara Kunst, dog owner.

In June, a cat was chained to a fence and killed with fireworks.

"As a veterinary professional and as a human being, that disturbs me," said Dr. Guy Hohenhaus, Maryland Department of Agriculture.

There are increasing cases of animal abuse in Baltimore, a problem so serious it's gotten the mayor's attention.

"It's a real important issue, something we need to make a priority," said Mayor Sheila Dixon.

A wide range of city leaders gathered at Poly High in Baltimore.  They are part of Mayor Sheila Dixon's animal abuse task force.  They're trying to find ways to stop animal abuse and eager to hear the public's ideas.

If you're interested in helping animals, you can call the Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter (BARCS) at 410-396-4695.

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