I can’t begin to tell you how mad that makes me, I can’t imagine how you feel. If I was in that situation, I would be the one calling social services for myself, looking to be put in a foster home. Just call them up and tell them that you fear for your life, especially after an incident like that… Let them squirm for a while under the scrutiny of family services.
At 16/17 you shouldn’t have to much trouble becoming an emancipated minor either, should you so choose.You might be surprised at the amount of programs available. You might find a lot of support through your local social service agencies, if you find the right people to talk to. being in the foster system is not all bad. there are benefits. You will be able to get a lot of financial help, should you wish to continue your education. As an emancipated minor you would be able to join the military service as well. Free room and board for a while until you get your act together.
Killing animals for no reason is a sign you should NOT ignore. I don’t think you will have any problem convincing a judge or social service worker into looking into this further.
-- “The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little.” ― Franklin D. Roosevelt
