Report Animal Cruelty


 The Naxos Animal Welfare Society (NAWS) assists Naxos residents in identifying and reporting cases of animal cruelty. NAWS has no legal authority to intervene on behalf of abused and neglected animals, but we can provide resources and support to citizens. The following information is intended to aid you in your ability to take initiative to address animal abuse.

 If you witness or suspect animal cruelty, you can contact us.

What to Look For - Physical Observations:

  • Does the animal have access to food, water and shelter?
  • Is his/her area clean?
  • Does the animal have apparent injuries that have not been treated?
  • Does the animal appear to be overly aggressive or timid?
  • Does the animal appear to be neglected? (Neglect is vaguely defined as failure to provide an animal with necessary food, water, shelter, rest, sanitation, ventilation, space, or medical attention.)

Documentation:
Documenting the incident with photographs and videotape can be very helpful. Reports of animal cruelty should be as detailed as possible. Dates, times and circumstances should be noted and related to NAWS, who should also be made aware of any physical evidence (photos, video, etc.).