There's illegal physical abuse and then there's completely legal animal testing for things like makeup. Illegal physical abuse occurs when an ordinary homeowner abuses their pet in any way. There are some signs you should look out for when you suspect a pet is being abused. A collar that is so tight that it is stuck in the pet's neck can be difficult to detect. Some more obvious signs could be missing patches of fur, lameness, or any type of weakness in the animal's behavior. Some other types of abuse can be more mentally abusive and less obvious. Pets may be tethered alone outdoors for long periods of time without food or water. It can be almost impossible to notice unless you have been watching the dog since the owner bonded it. Animals that are housed in cages that are too small for them, meaning they cannot stand or turn around properly, may be considered cruel and violent. Sometimes people abuse their pets because they feel the need to control something. This happens when an owner believes that the best way to train an animal is to punish it when it does something wrong. Another reason could be to express anger through an animal. Pets are always nearby and can't physically tell anyone what's happening to them, essentially turning them into living punching bags. Animal abuse occurs all over the world. Countries like Greece are known for poisoning dogs and cats. In some parts of the world it is