Target: Amina Tharwat Abaza, Minister of Environment and Animal Welfare
Goal: Secure justice for Cleopatra and enforce strict penalties against animal cruelty
A harrowing story from Cairo sheds light on the profound suffering of a rescue dog named Cleopatra, who was allegedly subjected to an acid attack. Such alleged cruelty not only claimed her siblings’ lives but left her scarred and unadopted for years due to her appearance. This act, supposedly part of a broader issue of stray animal abuse in the region, underscores an urgent need for legal reform and punitive measures against such violence.
Cleopatra’s plight began on the harsh streets, where she and her litter-mates were reportedly tortured and doused in acid, resulting in fatal injuries to three puppies. Rescued by the Animal Protection Foundation, she was referred to as “acid girl,” a nickname that highlights her painful past. Despite the odds, she survived, languishing in a shelter for two years, her scars making her undesirable to many. The emotional scars from this ordeal reportedly made her withdrawn and distrustful, especially towards men.
This case exemplifies the dire consequences of inadequate animal protection laws. It’s not only a matter of animal welfare but of societal morality. Instill stringent laws that protect animals from such alleged cruelty and ensure that perpetrators face severe legal consequences.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Minister Amina Tharwat Abaza,
We write to you distressed and compelled by the story of Cleopatra, a dog who has suffered unimaginably under circumstances that involved an alleged act of animal cruelty. Reportedly, Cleopatra was one of several puppies subjected to an acid attack, an attack that claimed the lives of her siblings and left her deeply scarred. This incident is part of a disturbing pattern of abuse against stray animals, which seems to persist without significant legal deterrents.
Cleopatra’s story is heart-wrenching. Rescued from a life of pain and rejection, she was overlooked for adoption for years due to her physical scars, a constant reminder of the alleged cruelty she endured. The psychological impact of her ordeal is profound, affecting her ability to trust and engage with others, a testament to the long-term consequences of such apparent abuse. Despite these challenges, she has found a loving home in Canada, yet the justice she deserves remains elusive.
We urge you to take immediate action. This case requires your attention and a strong legal stance to ensure that such alleged acts of cruelty are met with the full force of the law. We ask for a rigorous investigation into Cleopatra’s case and for you to help implement stricter animal welfare laws that can prevent such atrocities from occurring in the future.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: E.Hassan
This sweet dog and her pups murdered for no apparent reason other than they were strays. What is the reason, in India, it seems a large majority of the population haven’t any respect at all for the lives of stray dogs? I find it difficult to wrap this behaviour around in my head why this happens so often in India. There is such a disrespect for any other kind of life form but their own. It’s extremely disconcerting. This behaviour is in dire need of education regarding spay and neutering pets of all kinds. There needs to be stricter rules and regulations against animal abusers. Full punishments as well as educating the individual(s) Lilypearl