An Austin County grand jury decided yesterday not to charge Kristen Lindsey, the veterinarian who posted a picture of herself on Facebook holding a cat by an arrow through the cat’s head, and bragging about the kill. When the story broke last April, it shocked the nation and made worldwide headlines.
In honor of the cat killed by the veterinarian, Alley Cat Allies is holding a workshop on humane cat care and anti-cruelty laws, with a peaceful vigil to follow afterward.
This peaceful vigil will bring the community together to remember and honor the cat who was killed by a veterinarian, in direct violation of her veterinary professional oath to protect animals. We are appalled by the grand jury’s decision. We want to make it known that this community cares about cats, and wants to see them protected.
What You Can Do
- If you’re in the Houston, Texas area, attend the workshop and vigil in person:
WHEN: Thursday, June 25, 2015, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
WHERE: South Texas College of Law, 1303 San Jacinto Street, Room 413, Houston, TX 77002 - If you’re in the Brenham, Texas area, attend the workshop and vigil in person:
WHEN: Saturday, June 27, 2015, 1 – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Brenham Police Department, 1800 Longwood Drive, Brenham, TX 77833 - Participate in the vigil online:
- Print this sign, write in the name of a cat for whom you’re standing against cruelty, take a photo of yourself holding the sign, and share it on your social networks.
- Show your support by sharing our “Stand Against Cruelty” graphic.
- Sign our pledge to stand against animal cruelty.
- Advocate for humane policies for cats in your community.