Our small community of Hayle, Cornwall, has been shocked and deeply distressed by the horrific acts committed by one of our own - Sharon Gladwell of Mount Pleasant, Hayle, Cornwall - Video evidence exposed the disturbing reality: Gladwell has been abusing a dog and puppies under her care. Action was swiftly taken by the RSPCA, and a fine pronounced by the Bodmin Magistrate. Yet, distressingly, her sentence amounted to a mere £733.

The effects of animal abuse are deeply traumatising and perpetually impactful on the animal victims. This kind of behaviour cannot be overlooked or met with a light-hearted fine. It should be met with a strict, life-altering penalty to ensure the safety of animals and discourage the act of animal abuse (Source: American Humane Association).

We thus implore you to consider the weight of Gladwell's actions. If her offence is met with such a lenient sentence, it sends a dangerous message to others who may commit similar acts. We are putting forth this petition to demand a harsher penalty for Sharon Gladwell – a life-long ban on dog ownership. This more fitting sentence will not only reflect the severity of her actions but will also protect animals from falling into her hands, ever again.

Please join us in delivering justice to these innocent beings. By signing this petition, we can make our demand for a life-long ban on dog ownership for convicted animal abusers like Sharon Gladwell heard. This is the least we can do to protect the voiceless. Please, sign this petition today.