What you can do to help stop animal abuse

Lobby for legislation that will benefit animals in your community—demand and support stronger animal protection laws.Take a stand against animal cruelty by demanding strict application of the existing laws for everyone's protection.
Volunteer at your local animal shelter or rescue. Most will welcome volunteers who can help walk dogs, clean cages, and dole out love and attention to needy animals.
Sign up to be a contact person for PETA's DAI&A Department. They will e-mail you when there's legislation pending in your area that needs your support.
A great way to reach a large number of people is to set up an information table in a busy area like local malls, concerts, street and craft fairs, middle schools, high schools, colleges, etc., but get permission first). Line your table with fliers, brochures, factsheets. You can contact PETA and other animal prevention organizations for free materials.
Set up a library display. Public libraries usually have displays that members can use to educate about issues that concern them. A display with a poster, some leaflets, and appropriate books from the library is sure to get attention and turn heads!
Talk to local clubs about offering vegan meals at all functions. Church members can speak with leaders about vegan options at church dinners and fundraisers.
Throw a vegan dinner party. Many people would like to go vegetarian but just don't know to start. Show your support of this lifestyle to friends and family.
Sponsor a speaker or arrange to give a talk yourself at a local event. Sponsoring a speaker or giving a talk is very effective. Many local schools, universities, and civic clubs will host speeches on animal rights.
Place banners on your Web site. Encourage your friends to do the same. Add links to animal rights Web sites in your e-mail signature.
If you witness neglect or cruelty, report it immediately. Find the organizations in your town, county, or state that investigate and enforce anti-cruelty and abuse codes. Aot of times these people work forl humane societies, societies for the prevention ofcruelty and abuse of animals (SPCAs), or taxpayer-funded animal shelters.
Choose your next family pet from an animal shelter or rescue center.
Have your pets spayed or neutered to prevent unwanted animals.

References: http://www.peta.org, http://www.aspca.org, http://www.humanesociety.com