Stop The Cruelty That Left Trooper Mo To Die Alone

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A dying dog abandoned in a Connecticut park has ignited outrage and grief—help ensure no animal ever faces such cruelty again.

Stop The Cruelty That Left Trooper Mo To Die Alone

In Southington, Connecticut, a pit bull later named Trooper Mo was discovered abandoned in Memorial Park. Emaciated and weak, he was suffering from a large abdominal mass and multiple cancerous nodules in his intestines1. Instead of being surrounded by care in his final days, he was left to endure pain and solitude.

Rescuers stepped in to provide warmth and compassion, but the illness was too advanced. A veterinarian determined the only way to prevent further suffering was humane euthanasia2. Trooper Mo passed away peacefully, but his death has left a community in grief and outrage.

An Unimaginable Act of Cruelty

Animal control officials called Trooper Mo’s abandonment “a truly unimaginable act of cruelty”3. His gentle and trusting nature stood in sharp contrast to the neglect he endured. Those who comforted him in his final hours believe every animal deserves dignity, especially in life’s final chapter.

Abandoning a sick or elderly pet is more than neglect—it is an act of cruelty that should never happen in a compassionate society. Yet Trooper Mo’s story is not an isolated tragedy. Weak laws and inadequate enforcement leave countless animals at risk of being discarded when they need care the most4.

A Call for Stronger Laws

Trooper Mo’s death has become a rallying cry for change. Advocates and community members are demanding stricter laws against pet abandonment. They want tougher penalties, stronger enforcement, and better resources for animal control officers so no dog is ever left to die alone again5.

Every pet deserves safety, compassion, and dignity. Connecticut must act now to ensure justice for Trooper Mo and protect other vulnerable animals from the same fate.

Take Action Now

Trooper Mo’s suffering must not be repeated. By signing this petition, you can help push Connecticut’s leaders to strengthen protections against pet abandonment and hold offenders accountable. Together, we can create a safer future for animals across the state. Sign now to call for change.

The Petition

To the Governor of Connecticut, Members of the Connecticut General Assembly, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture Animal Control Division, and the Office of the Attorney General,

We, the undersigned, call upon you to take immediate and decisive action to strengthen Connecticut’s laws against pet abandonment. The tragic story of Trooper Mo, the elderly pit bull abandoned in Southington Memorial Park while suffering from advanced cancer, has shaken our state. He was left to fend for himself in agony, his body failing, until he was finally shown compassion in his final hours. No animal should ever face such a cruel fate.

Current laws against abandonment and neglect fail to provide the level of deterrence and accountability necessary to protect vulnerable animals. When pets are discarded in public spaces or left without care, it is not simply a lapse in responsibility—it is an act of cruelty with devastating consequences. Stronger penalties, stricter enforcement, and better support for animal control officers are urgently needed.

We urge you to:

  • Increase criminal penalties for pet abandonment to reflect the seriousness of the crime.
  • Provide additional funding and resources for animal control divisions to investigate and respond swiftly to abandonment cases.
  • Strengthen coordination between animal control, law enforcement, and prosecutors to ensure cases are fully investigated and offenders are held accountable.
  • Launch public education campaigns to raise awareness about safe surrender options for pet owners who cannot continue care.

This is not just a matter of policy but of compassion and humanity. Our laws should reflect the values of a society that refuses to turn its back on the most defenseless among us. Trooper Mo’s suffering must not be in vain; it must serve as the turning point for meaningful change.

By enacting stronger protections against abandonment, Connecticut can set a standard for justice and compassion, ensuring that no animal is left alone to suffer in silence. These actions will not only safeguard pets but will also strengthen our communities by affirming that cruelty has no place in our state.

Together, we can ensure a better future—one where every animal is treated with dignity, and where no dog endures what Trooper Mo did.

Sincerely,

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