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 4/28/2025: Havannah Dejonet Miller is scheduled for trial on 05/15/2025 in the. 187th District Court. Judicial Officer, Stephanie Boyd. Case No. 2025CR001454. State may make a plea deal.

Update 4/23/2025: Animal Victory sent petition to the DA with updated signatures. 

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.

DA Statement

Texas Woman Caught On Video Beating Her Puppy

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19,826 YADIRA S. NO ANIMAL SHOULD SUFFER IN HANDS OF EVIL. I AM PLEADING FOR JUSTICE FOR THE VOICELESS. THESE INNOCENT LIVING BEINGS ARE THE CREATION OF GOD FOR US TO LOVE THEM AND CARE FOR THEM. I PLEAD THE PUNISHMENT TO THE FULL EXTEND OF THE LAW. THESE ARE PRECIOUS ANIMALS THAT HAVE FEELINGS AND THEY HURT JUST LIKE US. TOGETHER WE CAN PUT AN END TO THESE SENSELESS VIOLENCE TOWARDS ONE OF THE MOST VULNERABLE MEMBER OF OUR SOCIETY. 0 Jun 12, 2025
19,825 Lorrie W. Have someone put her in a room and let someone beat the living hell out of her!! These laws need to be more severe for people like this. An eye for an eye. Do onto them as they do onto others. These furbabies are innocent and helpless this is a horrible act. We dont need people like this on this planet this world is bad enough. 0 Jun 12, 2025
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