If any person be the owner or have the custody of any living creature other than a dog or cat and unjustifiably neglect or refuse to furnish it necessary sustenance, food, or drink, he shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Structure Mississippi Code
Chapter 41 - Cruelty to Animals
§ 97-41-1. Living creatures not to be cruelly treated
§ 97-41-5. Carrying creature other than dog or cat in a cruel manner
§ 97-41-7. Confining creatures other than dogs or cats without food or water
§ 97-41-9. Failure of owner or custodian to provide sustenance to creatures other than dogs or cats
§ 97-41-11. Fighting animals or cocks
§ 97-41-13. Penalty for violating certain sections