Dexter's Law
Dexter's Law
Effective January 2, 2026, in Florida, under Trooper's Law (SB 150), it is now a third-degree felony to leave a dog restrained and abandoned outdoors during a declared natural disaster, when mandatory, or voluntary evacuation orders are in place. Dexter's Law, Florida House Bill 255, increases criminal penalties for aggravated animal cruelty and introduces new measures aimed at improving accountability for offenders.
Your Impact
From rescue advocates, care partners, and community supporters, our mission addresses the challenges that place animals at risk to build a more compassion future.
- Protecting vulnerable animals and creating safer communities for all.
- Fighting neglect, cruelty, and threats to animal welfare.
- Support healthy ecosystems and the animals who depend on them.
- Educate and empower people to make respectful and responsible choices.
- Providing rescue, rehabilitation, and pathways to adoption.
Be Part of the Journey
Through rescue, education, and collaboration, we help protect animals suffering from cruelty, neglect, or unnecessary euthanasia. Let us know what steps your state or community have taken in protecting animals through laws or policies.
