Lacey is a 7-pound mixed breed whose former owner, Robert Gonzales, has been arrested for abusing her. He allegedly tied her up to a tree in the yard of his Bakersfield home, beat her across the face with a golf club and sprayed bleach into her eyes.

As if that wasn't enough, Gonzales left her there without care or veterinary treatment for days. Finally, someone saw Lacey and called authorities.

Lacey has since gone through surgery and is now healing comfortably in a foster home. She will never have to face her abuser again.

Gonzales has prior convictions, including possession of a controlled substance and illegal weapon. He also has a domestic violence restraining order against him from an ex-girlfriend.

With his record, it's only a matter of time before Gonzales strikes again. He deserves the maximum allowable penalty, and Lacey deserves justice.

Sign the petition to ask the District Attorney to pursue the maximum sentence for Gonzales. Animal abuse is no small matter, and Gonzales must know he will not get away with it.

Photo credit: Ken_Mayer