“aggravated cruelty” shall mean conduct
which: is intended to cause extreme physical pain; or is done or carried out in an especially depraved or sadistic manner.” This is a
Felony punishable with a fine up to $5000 and/or imprisonment up to 5 years. Exemptions are made for research, hunting, trapping, or
fishing, the dispatch of rabid or diseased animals, veterinary care, or the dispatch of animals posing a threat to human safety or other