CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – As winter weather hits Clarksville, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Humane Society reminds residents to report any signs of animal abuse or cruelty, especially pets left outside.
Pet owners should be more aware of their pets during cold weather and look for signs of distress like whining, shivering and looking uncomfortable.
Montgomery Co., TN Regulations state: “It shall be unlawful for the owner or custodian of any animal to refuse or fail to provide such animal with sufficient wholesome and nutritious food, potable water, veterinary care when needed to prevent suffering, humane care and treatment, or to unnecessarily and unreasonable expose any such animal in hot, stormy, cold or inclement weather.”
It further defines cruelty as “Any act or omission whereby unjustifiable physical pain, suffering, or death of an animal is caused or permitted, including failure to provide proper drink, air, space, shelter or protection, a sanitary and safe living environment, veterinary care or nutritious food in sufficient quantity.”
If you see a pet outdoors without adequate food, water or shelter, or that appears to be in distress, call Animal Control at (931) 648-5750 during business hours. The after hours emergency number is (931) 249-1304. You can also call 911 if in city limits for the Clarksville Police Department at (931) 648-0656. If outside of the City limits, call the Montgomery Co. Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line (931)648-0611.