I came across this case and couldn't stop thinking about Shantina's little dog. I read that it was running around when the police arrived, seemingly trying to protect her. It just breaks my heart to imagine what that poor dog went through and how it might still be affected. Pets often sense when something is wrong, and in domestic violence situations, they can become victims too, either emotionally or physically. I hope Shantina's dog is in a safe place now, getting lots of love and care to help heal from this trauma. It's a small piece of Shantina's world that's left and a reminder of the changes needed to prevent tragedies like this in the future. My thoughts are with Shantina's family and friends during this unimaginably difficult time.
