How many second chances should an animal abuser get?

In Kansas, Amanda Fleer was convicted of animal cruelty after her severely malnourished dog was found abandoned and infested with flies. As part of her sentence, she was prohibited from owning animals.

But just months later, authorities found over 20 dogs—including newborn puppies—living in her home, in clear violation of her probation.

She served only 10 days in jail.

This is unacceptable. Probation alone is not enough. People convicted of cruelty to animals should never be allowed to own or care for animals again.

That’s why we are calling on Kansas lawmakers—and state legislators nationwide—to:

• Pass laws that permanently prohibit animal ownership for anyone convicted of felony or repeat animal cruelty.
• Create a statewide offender registry to ensure abusers can’t adopt animals from shelters or rescues.
• Enforce stricter penalties for violating animal probation orders.

This isn’t just about one case. It’s about protecting animals who cannot speak for themselves. Reoffending in animal cruelty cases is far too common when monitoring is weak and bans are temporary or unenforced.

The 18 rescued dogs in Amanda Fleer’s case were lucky. But others might not be.

Let’s stop known abusers from repeating their crimes. Sign this petition if you believe no animal should ever be left in the care of someone convicted of cruelty.