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FILE - This undated file photo shows Henry Burgh, who founded the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in 1866 because he was angered at seeing horses mistreated on the streets of New York. For 147 years, the ASPCA has had a bite to match its bark. Armed ASPCA officers have long had authority in New York City to investigate cruelty complaints, make arrests and seize mistreated animals. But the ASPCA's longtime role as the city's premier enforcer of animal protection laws is ending. Since the summer, the ASPCA has been working to turn over most enforcement responsibilities to the New York City police. (AP Photo, File)

FILE - This undated file photo shows Henry Burgh, who founded the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in 1866 because he was angered at seeing horses mistreated on the streets of New York. For 147 years, the ASPCA has had a bite to match its bark. Armed ASPCA officers have long had authority in New York City to investigate cruelty complaints, make arrests and seize mistreated animals. But the ASPCA's longtime role as the city's premier enforcer of animal protection laws is ending. Since the summer, the ASPCA has been working to turn over most enforcement responsibilities to the New York City police. (AP Photo, File)

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