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I decided to write an open letter to the new Pope, Pope Leo XIV, to stress that both humans and animals suffer and the lives of innocent animals lost due to wars and natural disasters, and the end of cruelty in humans is worth praying for during papal appeals and audiences.

Voice For Us is asking Pope Leo XIV that his pontificate will support messages that unite all living beings without stressing the needs of some over others. In a civilized world, there should not be prioritization of the needs of humans over animals.


Letter in English:


Your Holiness,

 

My name is Fabiola and I am the creator of Voice For Us, a website that publishes animal cruelty articles to expose animal abusers.

 

I am reaching out to you to express and share my hope that your pontificate, contrary to your predecessor’s, will be based on and profess inclusive love rather than selective love.

 

Specifically, what I am asking of you is that you include animals in your prayers, speeches, and that they will be considered as part of your dealings with social issues.

 

During your predecessor’s pontificate, the loss of animal lives was not mentioned when remembering the casualties of natural disasters, domestic explosions, wars and other tragedies. Shedding light on animal cruelty cases was not a priority and there was a notable and consistent exclusion of the concept of animal rights in discussions.

 

Never has a prayer been uttered with animal welfare in mind to inspire the faithful to pray for the countless innocent animals who have lost, and every day lose, their precious lives.

 

I noticed that your predecessor repeatedly sent out peace appeals mentioning children as victims. His stance against violence and hate was made abundantly clear. And yet, frequent and extreme episodes of animal cruelty were never addressed.

 

Innocent animals have been drowned or set on fire whilst still alive, they have been beaten to death. Are these horrific examples of violence and hatred against God’s creatures not worthy of our collective reflection?

 

Moreover, veterinarians and those who work in animal shelters volunteer their time to rescue and care for animals every day. They are heroes and their sacrifices are not less deserving of praise and recognition than those of police officers, fire fighters, doctors, etc.

 

I know that Pope Francis regularly attended prisons and donated € 200,000 from his personal account to the pasta factory at the Casal del Marmo juvenile prison. When I contemplate this generosity, I can’t help feeling upset at this blatant favoritism. I feel compelled to outline that there are numerous animals in kennels and rescue centers in need of a loving forever home. The people who operate them are in desperate need of donations and supplies to continue their honorable work.

 

There is no doubt that the cruel abandonment of innocent animals is one of the world’s biggest plagues; what level of interest and engagement can we expect from your pontificate to fight it?

 

It would be of tremendous impact on our society if our churches opened their doors to welcome abandoned animals who sadly are exposed to hunger, danger, abuse, and disease. They too need and deserve love as much as humans who are homeless and vulnerable. Would that not be a demonstration of a “welcoming church”?

 

Right after being elected Pope, your first words were: “Peace be with you all". I hope peace is a concept that you can make applicable to ALL living beings. Animals also deserve to live without the constant fear of being condemned by the cruelty of man.

 

In conclusion, I ask you that your pontificate will support messages that unite all living beings without stressing the needs of some over others. Both animals and humans are suffering everywhere. End the hypocrisy now.

 

Respectfully,

Fabiola






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Letter in Italian:


Santità,

 

Mi chiamo Fabiola e sono la creatrice di Voice For Us, un sito web che pubblica articoli sulla crudeltà verso gli animali per denunciare chi li maltratta.

 

Mi rivolgo a lei per esprimere e condividere la mia speranza che il suo pontificato, a differenza di quello del suo predecessore, si basi e professi un amore inclusivo piuttosto che selettivo.

 

In particolare, ciò che le chiedo è di includere gli animali nelle sue preghiere, nei suoi discorsi e che siano considerati parte integrante del suo modo di affrontare le questioni sociali.

 

Durante il pontificato del suo predecessore, la perdita di vite di animali non veniva menzionata nel ricordare le vittime di disastri naturali, esplosioni domestiche, guerre e altre tragedie. Far luce sui casi di crudeltà verso gli animali non era una priorità e c'è stata una notevole e costante esclusione del concetto di diritti degli animali dalle discussioni.

 

Non è mai stata pronunciata una preghiera incentrata sul benessere degli animali per ispirare i fedeli a pregare per gli innumerevoli animali innocenti che hanno perso, e ogni giorno perdono, la loro preziosa vita.

 

Ho notato che il suo predecessore ha ripetutamente lanciato appelli di pace menzionando i bambini come vittime. La sua posizione contro la violenza e l'odio è stata ampiamente chiara. Eppure, episodi frequenti ed estremi di crudeltà sugli animali non sono mai stati affrontati.

 

Animali innocenti sono stati annegati o dati alle fiamme mentre erano ancora vivi, sono stati picchiati a morte. Questi orribili esempi di violenza e odio contro le creature di Dio non meritano forse la nostra riflessione collettiva?

 

Inoltre, i veterinari e coloro che lavorano nei rifugi per animali offrono volontariamente il loro tempo per salvare e prendersi cura degli animali ogni giorno. Sono eroi e i loro sacrifici non sono meno meritevoli di lode e riconoscimento di quelli di poliziotti, vigili del fuoco, medici, ecc.

 

So che Papa Francesco ha visitato regolarmente le carceri e ha donato 200.000 euro dal suo conto personale al pastificio del carcere minorile di Casal del Marmo. Quando penso a questa generosità, non posso fare a meno di sentirmi turbata da questo palese favoritismo. Mi sento in dovere di sottolineare che ci sono numerosi animali nei rifugi e nei centri di soccorso che hanno bisogno di una casa amorevole. Le persone che gestiscono questi centri hanno un disperato bisogno di donazioni per continuare il loro onorevole lavoro.

 

Non c'è dubbio che il crudele abbandono di animali innocenti sia una delle piaghe più grandi del mondo; quale livello di interesse e impegno possiamo aspettarci dal suo pontificato per combatterla?

 

Avrebbe un impatto enorme sulla nostra società se le nostre chiese aprissero le porte per accogliere gli animali abbandonati che purtroppo sono esposti a fame, pericoli, abusi e malattie. Anche loro hanno bisogno e meritano amore tanto quanto gli esseri umani senza casa e che sono vulnerabili. Non sarebbe questa una dimostrazione di "chiesa accogliente"?

 

Subito dopo essere stato eletto Papa, le sue prime parole sono state: "La pace sia con tutti voi". Spero che la pace sia un concetto che lei possa applicare a TUTTI gli esseri viventi. Anche gli animali meritano di vivere senza la costante paura di essere condannati dalla crudeltà dell'uomo.

 

In conclusione, le chiedo che il suo pontificato sostenga messaggi che uniscano tutti gli esseri viventi, senza porre l'accento sui bisogni di alcuni a discapito di altri. Sia gli animali che gli esseri umani soffrono ovunque. Metta fine ora all’ipocrisia.

 

Cordiali saluti,

Fabiola








- Florida, USA -


The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office arrested 58-year-old PAMELA MICHELLE MILLER (pictured). MILLER is accused of denying treatment and not providing proper care for her dog causing the excessive and repeated infliction of unnecessary pain and suffering to her dog.


According to the arrest report, on April 5, 2025, MILLER took her dog, a Yorkshire Terrier named Prissy, to Davis Animal Hospital for a “fur mat removal and nail trim” and told staff that Prissy was lethargic and unresponsive.


The veterinarian who examined Prissy reported that all her four limbs were “severely matted in a bird nest fashion which was tight to the skin and had a horrendous odor.” Moreover, Prissy’s left front paw was actively bleeding.


The vet “strongly encouraged humane euthanasia as an option” but according to the report, MILLER declined, told the vet “You are not going to kill her”, and “demanded a treatment plan.”


The vet then chose to debride Prissy’s leg and trim her nails and MILLER agreed. Given the pain Prissy was in, staff had to sedate Prissy during the process.


After removing the matted fur from Prissy’s limbs, the vet told MILLER that Prissy’s leg was infected and necrotic. The vet advised MILLER of Prissy’s quality of life due to her condition and suggested humane euthanasia. According to the report, when the vet asked MILLER to hurry with the procedure, she became agitated. The report further stated that staff even offered to amputate Prissy’s leg at no cost but MILLER declined the offer.


At that point staff bandaged Prissy's leg, told MILLER to return for bandage changes, scheduled a follow-up appointment, and asked MILLER to sign an Against Medical Advice (AMA) form.


The AMA form, which MILLER signed, stated:


I the undersigned, do fully understand that | am taking my pet, Prissy, out of the care of Davis Animal Hospital against the advice of medical staff. Because of my decision to remove my pet from the doctor's care, | have been informed that there may be further complications in their condition. These complications may improve, but are not limited to, further deterioration of their condition, suffering, and/or death."


I, the undersigned, do fully understand that I have elected services for my pet, Prissy, do not represent the optimal care as advised by Davis Animal Hospital. The ramifications of such a decision on my part may include further deterioration of their condition and/or health.”


MILLER was scheduled to return to Davis Animal Hospital on April 8, 2025, but never did.


Two days later, the hospital contacted Animal Welfare Sgt. Merideth Roberson and alerted her to suspected cruelty.

An Animal Welfare Officer then responded to MILLER’s home on West Ensley Street in Ensley.

At MILLER’s home, the Officer found Prissy lying down and appearing unresponsive. When MILLER picked her up, the sweet soul howled loudly and could not hold her head up. Prissy’s bandage was dirty with blood seeping through and MILLER admitted she did not go back to the hospital to change Prissy’s bandages.


Due to concerns for Prissy’s safety and welfare, the furvictim was removed from MILLER’s home and was taken to the Escambia County shelter.


On April 12, 2025, a vet examined Prissy and reported that she had a poor body condition score and could not stand on her own.

Additionally, the vet noted injuries including scabs on all four limbs and head, a healed cut on an ear, and missing digits on a back paw (appearing to be an old, healed injury).


Sadly, Prissy was euthanized.


MILLER was arrested on May 2, 2025, and booked into the Escambia County Jail on one felony count of aggravated animal cruelty. Bond was set at $100,000 and at the time of writing, records show she is still in custody. Court records show MILLER is set to appear at Escambia County Circuit Court on May 16, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. before Judge Boles.


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: Please note that details may be removed or new information added should updates become available.

In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.


MILLER’s mugshot shared from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office


For more animal cruelty stories, please click here. Thank you!





- North Carolina, USA -


Pitt County authorities arrested 37-year-old MICHAEL JOSEPH WHEELER (pictured).


WHEELER is accused of abandoning his 1-year-old mix mutt named Franky in front of the Pitt County Animal Shelter and driving away. The incident happened on April 14, 2025.


A spokesperson for the Greenville Animal Protective Services tells me that WHEELER “attempted to surrender the dog at the shelter and the shelter staff requested he come back at 1pm when they opened. Instead, he went out to his truck, unhooked the dog from its leash and drove off. The shelter director witnessed the dog running after the truck and was able to save the dog from oncoming traffic.”


The incident was reported to Greenville Animal Protective Services. The agency was able to track the truck on nearby cameras and identified WHEELER as the driver.


WHEELER was taken into custody on May 1, 2025. He told Greenville Animal Protective Services officers he had just found the dog. However, officers were able to confirm that he was in fact Franky’s guardian through veterinary records and photos. Additionally, officers were able to determine that Franky was not given proper shelter, food and water.


WHEELER, of Farmville, was charged with abandonment of an animal, cruelty to animals, and a leash law violation, all misdemeanors. He was released from the Pitt County Jail after posting a $500 bond.


Court records show that WHEELER is scheduled to be back in court on May 19, 2025, at 8:55 a.m. before Judge William Brian Desoto.


As for Franky, I was told he “was going to be or already has been adopted” and I was advised to reach out to Pitt County Animal Shelter for additional information and pictures.

I am sorry I cannot confirm Franky’s status but Pitt County Animal Shelter NEVER responds to my emails!


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Voice For Us Disclaimer: This story is sourced from the arrest warrant and information obtained from Greenville Animal Protective Services. Please note that details may be removed or new information added should updates become available.

In the case of charges being dropped, dismissed, or the case being purged, this article will be rectified accordingly, if official documentation is provided to Voice For Us.


For more animal cruelty stories, please click here. Thank you!


WHEELER’s mugshot provided to Voice For Us by the Pitt County Sheriff's Office.






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