When Animal Abuse Links to Family Violence: Strategies for Safety

Research clearly shows a strong link between animal abuse and family violence. Because more than 70% of U.S. households have pets, social workers, domestic violence advocates, and child protection professionals are likely to encounter situations where pets are harmed or threatened to control victims. Understanding this connection strengthens assessment, safety planning, and outcomes.

This training explores research linking animal abuse to child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse. Participants will learn how agencies can collaborate for earlier intervention and improved safety, practical strategies to support children and families with pets in crisis, and key investigation and prosecution approaches when animal abuse co-occurs with child abuse.

When Animal Abuse Links to Family Violence: Strategies for Safety

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Location: Ottawa County Family Justice Center, 12240 Fillmore St, West Olive, MI, 49460

Training Time: 10:00-11:30am

Arrival & Sign-In: 9:30-9:50am

This training has been approved by the NASW-Michigan Chapter for 1.5 synchronous General social work CEs: Approval Number 20260429-CA-RAEV. Registered attendees seeking social work continuing education must sign in and out and complete an evaluation.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you at the training!

Sincerely,

The Resilience Team

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