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Afew weeks ago, a small stray dog came into Hawai- ian Humane Society in bad shape. Later named Ariel by Hawaiian Humane staff, she had apparently been home- less, or neglected, for a long time. Her more visible inju- ries included a prolapsed eye, meaning one of her eyes had popped out of its socket.
REPORTING CRUELTY
The pup had no identifica- tion, but Hawaiian Humane would not have legal custody of her until the 48-hour hold had expired. Since no owner could be reached, our chief veterinarian could not secure permission to sedate her and perform an enucleation sur- gery, which would remove the damaged eye and set her on the road to recovery. Our staff made her as comfortable as possible and waited out the hold period.
Most animal cruelty takes place out of plain sight. First- hand witnesses may also be victims of abuse who fear re- porting on their abuser. As re- spected experts, veterinarians are uniquely qualified both to identify suspected abuse and to serve as credible witnesses.
To find out more about these measures and offer your support, email advoca- cy@hawaiianhumane.org or visitcapitol.hawaii.gov.
them with immunity from civil liability for making such reports.
Senate Bill 343 and House Bill 1085 prohibiting animal sexual abuse also have Ha- waiian Humane’s strong sup- port. Hawai‘i is one of only four states where bestiality is not illegal. We are also in favor of Senate Bill 545 and House Bill 1087, which pro- tect dogs who are restrained using tethering systems.
Similar to laws requiring physicians, teachers and so- cial workers to report sus- pected child abuse, these laws are common in other jurisdictions and would rep- resent significant progress in protecting Hawaiʻi’s animals.
A bill being introduced this year at the Hawaiʻi state Leg- islature would afford veteri- narians immunity from civil liability if they provide emer- gency care to an animal when no owner can be reached for consent. This would allow both shelter veterinarians and those in private practice to aid animals in need immediately, without having to track down an owner or wait through a two- to five-day hold period.
Stephanie Kendrick is the public policy advocate for Hawaiian Humane Society.
A bill before the state Legislature would have expedited care for an injured white terrier mix named Ariel by Hawaiian Humane Society staff. After a two- day wait for surgery, the 3-year-old got the care she needed. She found a new home the same day she was made available for adoption.
PHOTO COURTESY HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY
Hawaiian Humane Society strongly supports Senate Bill 609 and House Bill 1086, which are being championed by the Hawai‘i Veterinary Medical Association.
The bills also require vet- erinarians to report suspected animal cruelty and provides