MSPCA Law Enforcement

To report suspected animal cruelty anywhere in Massachusetts, including western New England, please call:
(617) 522-6008 or (800) 628-5808

For after-hours and emergencies, please call your local Police Department.

About MSPCA Law Enforcement
Since its formation in 1868, the MSPCA has been involved in the protection of animals. By the 1870s, when the first animal cruelty laws were enacted, the MSPCA had both paid and volunteer officers working across the state to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty allegations.
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Cases of Interest
Read about some of the special cases that deserve extra attention. 
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What is Cruelty to Animals?
A Humane Law Enforcement Perspective: What constitutes cruelty to animals?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Some answers to common questions about Massachusetts animal laws and the MSPCA Law Enforcement Department
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Animal Cruelty Laws
Overview of Animal Cruelty Laws in Massachusetts
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Study Proves Link Between Animal Abuse and Other Crimes
It has long been believed by members of humane law enforcement that persons involved in animal abuse are often involved in committing other types of crimes as well. This observation was recently validated in a study done by Northeastern University and the MSPCA.
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