Neglect is defined as the failure to provide an animal with the most basic of requirements of food, water, shelter and veterinary care. Neglect is usually the result of simple ignorance on the animal owner's part and is often handled by requiring the owner to correct the situation. Neglect is also defined as maltreatment involving abandonment, lack of supervision, improper feeding, lack of adequate medical or dental care, inappropriate dress, uncleanliness, lack of safety.
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