Arnold Arluke Livres

Focusing on the experiences of humane law enforcement officers, the book delves into the challenges they face while addressing animal abuse. Through a year-long study of 30 "animal cops," it reveals the complexities of their roles, where they often deal with ambiguous complaints rather than severe cases of cruelty. This reality fosters cynicism as they encounter legal limitations and public perception issues. Ultimately, many officers shift towards education in responsible pet ownership, highlighting the emotional toll and frustrations inherent in their work.

"This book offers a critical update to the seminal text, Regarding Animals. It combines sociological analysis with ethnographic description to provide insight into the history and practice of how we as human beings construct animals and, by extrapolation, how we construct ourselves and others in relation to them"--

Looks into the rapidly growing initiative to provide veterinary care to underserved communities in North Carolina and Costa Rica and how those living in or near poverty respond to these forms of care.