Sign: Texas Woman Caught On Video Beating Her Puppy

Published: January 21, 2025 at 10:33 AM Author: PENNY EIMS

San Antonio, TX – A 23-year-old Texas woman is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after she was captured on video viciously beating a three-month-old puppy with a belt. Police arrested Havanna Miller on Saturday, January 18, after heartbreaking video surfaced on social media showing her screaming at and repeatedly striking a defenseless puppy on an apartment balcony in the 12000 block of Culebra.

The authorities seized the pup, a toy poodle named Thanos, and transported him to animal care services for care during the investigation.

Thanos, defenseless puppy who suffered senseless abuse

The damning video, captured by a horrified neighbor, shows Miller striking this innocent puppy, a pup she registered as an emotional support animal, more than 15 times. Who gets a puppy, make the effort to register him as an emotional support animal, and then abuses him? This is a sickening act of cruelty that must never happen again!

Animal Victory wants to see Miller behind bars, forbidden from regaining custody of Thanos, and prohibited from owning or residing with animals in the future. If you agree, please add your name to the petition today!

Screen grab via Fox San Antonio

Target: Bexar County Criminal District Attorney Joe Gonzales

WHY THIS PETITION MATTERS: 

We, the undersigned, demand justice for Thanos, the three-month-old puppy viciously beaten by Havanna Miller. Miller repeatedly struck this defenseless puppy with a belt, and she must be held accountable for her despicable actions. Animal Victory and its supporters demand that Miller face true repercussions rather than a meaningless slap on the wrist.

Research has consistently shown a strong link between animal cruelty and human violence. Individuals who commit such heinous acts against animals often pose a threat to society as a whole, as animal abuse is frequently a precursor to other violent crimes. Failing to hold Miller accountable not only denies justice for this puppy but also endangers the community at large. It is imperative that we send a clear message that such cruelty will not be tolerated.

Individuals are presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law. Animal Victory relies upon the authorities and the court system to determine guilt or innocence.

Note: Miller faces at least one count of animal cruelty torture, a third-degree felony punishable between two to ten years in prison. She was released on $15,000 bond one day after her arrest and is scheduled for a pre-indictment hearing on March 25. The puppy is not available for adoption until the investigation has concluded.

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Update 3/25/2025: Havannah Miller is now awaiting trial on 04/25/2025 – 187TH DISTRICT COURT, STEPHANIE R. BOYD, JUDICIAL OFFICER. 

Update 3/18/2025: Animal Victory sent petition to the DA. 

Update 2/13/2025: The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office secured a swift indictment against Havannah Miller for felony animal cruelty by torture.

Update 1/27/2025: The city of San Antonio Animal Care Services has been granted custody of Thanos. According to the city, the puppy is residing with an “experienced” foster. Thanos will remain at the foster home as the legal proceedings continue and will not be available for adoption until the legal process has finalized. 

Update 1/21/2025:  The District Attorney has released a statement about the case. Please click the link before to view.

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18,931 Shelli P. 0 Apr 04, 2025
18,930 Natalie M. Needs locking up vile person 0 Apr 04, 2025
18,929 Annibelle N. 0 Apr 04, 2025
18,928 Heather G. 0 Apr 03, 2025
18,927 Fabiola J. 0 Apr 02, 2025
18,926 Marie S. 0 Apr 02, 2025
18,925 Gloria N. Give this evil monster a very long jail sentence to deter others from such heinous, abhorrent animal cruelty.🙏🏻 0 Apr 02, 2025
18,924 Susan C. 0 Apr 02, 2025
18,923 Evelyn G. Justice for puppy. This woman that beat the puppy needs to serve her time! 0 Apr 01, 2025
18,922 Sandy K. Give her a taste of what she gave the poor innocent puppy/make sure it is at least 50 lash s with a belt then throw her in a cell and throw away the key 0 Apr 01, 2025
18,921 Isabella D. She needs a psychiatrist, not an emotional support dog to abuse. Beating such a small creature says a lot about her and her coping skills. She should never be given custody of the dog, not ever be able to own another. She is a sociopath and will eventually hurt people. Please punish and charge her to the fullest extent. 0 Apr 01, 2025
18,920 Paul P. Coward bitch!! 0 Apr 01, 2025
18,919 Kimala K. 0 Apr 01, 2025
18,918 D L. This monster should never be allowed near defenseless individuals such as animals or human children/infants. She is a danger to society from every aspect and as such needs to be prosecuted to the max. Keep her out, permanently! 0 Mar 31, 2025
18,917 Dean B. VERY SICK PERSON 0 Mar 30, 2025
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18,915 Lourdes N. 0 Mar 29, 2025
18,914 Deborah F. Ensure she is never allowed near another animal. And be sure to spay the ugly bitch as she can never be trusted with a child. 0 Mar 29, 2025
18,913Anonymous Disgusting bitch. 0 Mar 27, 2025
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18,896 LINDA A. WHAT IS BEING DONE DID YOU TAKE THE PUP HOPE YOU DID 0 Mar 21, 2025
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18,893 Peggy F. Perhaps the same should be done as part of her punishment 0 Mar 20, 2025
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18,889 sandra b. No good, hideous piece of trash. She needs the most harsh consequences for her cruel, criminal act against a helpless puppy. Psychopath! 0 Mar 18, 2025
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18,885 Cool P. Thank God the neighbor videoed this horrifying act. The owner should be held accountable. A puppy is as innocent as a baby. 0 Mar 17, 2025
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18,883 Danielle A. LOWLIFE MUST PAY AND BE FORBIDDEN NEAR ANIMALS!!!! 0 Mar 16, 2025
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