"If there are no dogs in heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went"~Will Rogers
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Owner says dog not responsible for man's death
http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=news/local&id=8693072&rss=rss-wtvd-article-8693072
"If officials determine DMX was responsible for Cameron's death, Ford could face criminal charges including manslaughter or second-degree murder"
"If officials determine DMX was responsible for Cameron's death, Ford could face criminal charges including manslaughter or second-degree murder"
Police shoot dog after pair of pooches attacks Elgin fire station
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/chi-large-dogs-attack-fire-station-in-elgin-20120607,0,3621347.story?track=rss
“When they are big enough and aggressive enough to push grown men in great physical shape into a building because they are so scared of them, what do they do with older people and kids?”
“When they are big enough and aggressive enough to push grown men in great physical shape into a building because they are so scared of them, what do they do with older people and kids?”
Girl bitten by pit bull wants dog returned
http://www.boston.com/news/local/rhode_island/articles/2012/06/07/girl_bitten_by_pit_bull_wants_dog_returned/?rss_id=Boston.com+--+Rhode+Island+news
First off, a child does not have a say in this type of a situation. Shame on the lame mother who thinks more of the dog than her child's safety.
First off, a child does not have a say in this type of a situation. Shame on the lame mother who thinks more of the dog than her child's safety.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Owner of dog that bit girl's face feels 'bad'
http://www2.tbo.com/news/breaking-news/2012/jun/06/owner-of-dog-that-bit-girls-face-feels-bad-ar-412832/
"Investigators already are saying Okeke should have been more diligent when the canine was around children. She was given citations twice last year because of her dog's vicious behavior."
"Tanya Okeke's dog, Bear, was euthanized Tuesday after investigators say the pit bull-terrier mix attacked a 4-year-old girl."
"Investigators already are saying Okeke should have been more diligent when the canine was around children. She was given citations twice last year because of her dog's vicious behavior."
"Tanya Okeke's dog, Bear, was euthanized Tuesday after investigators say the pit bull-terrier mix attacked a 4-year-old girl."
Family dog fatally shot by animal control officer
http://www.wlwt.com/news/local-news/cincinnati/Family-dog-fatally-shot-by-animal-control-officer/-/13549970/14683002/-/51s9amz/-/index.html
"The family admits the dog was loose, having bounded over a fence, but maintain Gotti was gentle by nature and didn't have to be shot." There's always a BUT with Pitty people. Well you failed as the dogs owner so only blame yourself.
"The family admits the dog was loose, having bounded over a fence, but maintain Gotti was gentle by nature and didn't have to be shot." There's always a BUT with Pitty people. Well you failed as the dogs owner so only blame yourself.
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Monday, June 4, 2012
Dog shooting causes heated controversy
http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120604/NEWS01/306040043/1002/RSS01
First off a dog is NOT properly contained by an invisible fence..especially a type with a high pain tolerance. Not surprised by the Pitty Posse reaction. But I guess I will use their own phrase...It's just a unfortunate incident.
"Of the two online postings which O’Flynn paraphrased as saying “$1,000 to anybody who kills the deputies involved,” O’Flynn said: “We are looking at that from the criminal side."
First off a dog is NOT properly contained by an invisible fence..especially a type with a high pain tolerance. Not surprised by the Pitty Posse reaction. But I guess I will use their own phrase...It's just a unfortunate incident.
"Of the two online postings which O’Flynn paraphrased as saying “$1,000 to anybody who kills the deputies involved,” O’Flynn said: “We are looking at that from the criminal side."
Nevada Supreme Court won’t stop death of dog that killed baby
http://www.8newsnow.com/story/18695303/nev-high-court-orders-stay-in-dog-euthanasia-case?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+lasvegasnow%2Fhomepage+%288NewsNOW.com+-+Local+Headlines%29
http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2012/jun/04/nevada-supreme-court-wont-stop-death-dog-killed-ba/
Conflicting reports.
http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2012/jun/04/nevada-supreme-court-wont-stop-death-dog-killed-ba/
Conflicting reports.
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Dog bite victim in good spirits
http://www.nationnews.com/index.php/articles/view/dog-bite-victim-in-good-spirits/
"Asked if he had euthanized the dogs, Batson said it was not as easy as that.
“I just can’t put the dogs to sleep like that; it would be considered cruelty to animals. There is a process which is involved,” he stated, while stressing that the dogs were now properly secured.
"Asked if he had euthanized the dogs, Batson said it was not as easy as that.
“I just can’t put the dogs to sleep like that; it would be considered cruelty to animals. There is a process which is involved,” he stated, while stressing that the dogs were now properly secured.
Owner saves dog from pit bull attack in Lynn Woods
http://www.itemlive.com/articles/2012/06/02/news/news02.txt
"Ragucci said she was lucky Jesse managed to turn his head or the pit bull would have clamped down on his neck or face but she was flabbergasted that neither man did anything to try and stop the attack."
"Ragucci said she was lucky Jesse managed to turn his head or the pit bull would have clamped down on his neck or face but she was flabbergasted that neither man did anything to try and stop the attack."
Friday, June 1, 2012
Silver Lake poodle named Chipotle recovering from pit bull attack
http://www.theeastsiderla.com/2012/06/silver-lake-poodle-named-chipotle-recovering-from-pit-bull-attack/
“The vet found extensive damage to the neck and shoulder muscles of my dog,” Casas said in an email. “The initial wound was small with very little blood, but the vet explained to me that Pits usually cause much damage internally.”
“The vet found extensive damage to the neck and shoulder muscles of my dog,” Casas said in an email. “The initial wound was small with very little blood, but the vet explained to me that Pits usually cause much damage internally.”
Pit Bulls Attack; Woman & Two Dogs Injured
http://www.13wham.com/news/local/story/dog-attack-injures-woman-and-greyhounds/x0H2uIxXDUeaPeGTQ6yyYw.cspx
"I wouldn't even call it a fight it was more like a mauling it was just so vicious," Eric Eagan, one of the first neighbors to rush to their aid said. "When I got there all three pit bulls were locked on to three different parts of Dasher; one by the throat, one by the stomach, and one by the hindquarters and they were all pulling in separate directions."
Sound like a wild animal kill doesn't it?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRnN9owVZfg
(warning-graphic!)
"I wouldn't even call it a fight it was more like a mauling it was just so vicious," Eric Eagan, one of the first neighbors to rush to their aid said. "When I got there all three pit bulls were locked on to three different parts of Dasher; one by the throat, one by the stomach, and one by the hindquarters and they were all pulling in separate directions."
Sound like a wild animal kill doesn't it?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRnN9owVZfg
(warning-graphic!)
Guest: Guide dog's death raises legal issues
http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20120601/COLUMNIST/306019997?p=2&tc=pg
"It is a crime in Florida for anyone to "permit a dog that he or she owns ... to interfere with the use of a service animal by obstructing, intimidating, or otherwise jeopardizing the safety of the service animal or its user."
"It is a crime in Florida for anyone to "permit a dog that he or she owns ... to interfere with the use of a service animal by obstructing, intimidating, or otherwise jeopardizing the safety of the service animal or its user."
IN DESPERATE NEED OF HELP!!!!!!!!- child involved
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?104303-IN-DESPERATE-NEED-OF-HELP!!!!!!!!-child-involve
"You can't sugarcoat away a dead baby"
"You can't sugarcoat away a dead baby"
Clairton woman sues over police killing of her pit bull
http://triblive.com/news/1893905-74/police-clairton-dog-bull-carroza-leonard-pit-woman-zeus-fryncko
Seriously? Case with no merit..dismissed.
Seriously? Case with no merit..dismissed.
Godfrey pit bull only quarantined after 3 confirmed attacks
http://www.ksdk.com/news/regional/article/322119/16/Godfrey-pit-bull-only-quarantined-after-3-confirmed-attacks
"Animal control director David Hall says under the current state law, there's little they can do, other than quarantine the dog. He says they can't put it down or force the owner to keep it locked up without a judge's order. Hall agrees the law needs to be changed."
"Animal control director David Hall says under the current state law, there's little they can do, other than quarantine the dog. He says they can't put it down or force the owner to keep it locked up without a judge's order. Hall agrees the law needs to be changed."
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Cuyahoga County Council member proposes requiring pit bulls to be sterilized (poll)
http://www.cleveland.com/cuyahoga-county/index.ssf/2012/05/cuyahoga_county_council_considers_requiring_pit_bulls_to_be_sterilized.html
"But the national Association for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals opposes mandatory spay/neuter laws in part because they can discourage owners from registering for dog licenses. The local nonprofit, For the love of Pits, calls the proposal discrimination, arguing it won't work anyway"
Typical, any thing that would address the overbreeding..laws to hold bad owners responsible will always be shot down by the Pitty people.
"But the national Association for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals opposes mandatory spay/neuter laws in part because they can discourage owners from registering for dog licenses. The local nonprofit, For the love of Pits, calls the proposal discrimination, arguing it won't work anyway"
Typical, any thing that would address the overbreeding..laws to hold bad owners responsible will always be shot down by the Pitty people.
Remember.....
"This group is shit. You stupid mother fuckers"
"This group is full of shit...I hope we don't see more idiots like you."
Save all the wonderful comments like these so you can present them to your legislator's as stunning examples of the type of people who own pit bulls.
"This group is full of shit...I hope we don't see more idiots like you."
Save all the wonderful comments like these so you can present them to your legislator's as stunning examples of the type of people who own pit bulls.
Pit bull owners celebrate repeal of ban
http://www.fox19.com/story/18661500/pit-bulls-once-again-legal-in-cincinnati?clienttype=printable
What's the old saying? You'll be sorry!
What's the old saying? You'll be sorry!
Help Ban PitBulls post
"if I see one more maniacal Pit nutter compare Pit Bulls to "vicious Chihuahuas who bite and maim more than any other breed"... I'm gonna report them just for being stupid, and posting that stupidity to Facebook."
http://pocho.com/man-mauled-by-chihuahuas-survives-attack-but-not-humiliation/
http://pocho.com/man-mauled-by-chihuahuas-survives-attack-but-not-humiliation/
Dog attack sends toddler to hospital
http://www.bakersfieldcalifornian.com/local/x84914066/Dog-bite-sends-toddler-to-hospital
http://www.kget.com/news/local/story/Toddler-in-critical-condition-after-pit-bull/n7yQ_mKfC0ibyCPZkHbSOA.cspx
"Animal Control spokeswoman Kim Rodriguez said that to her knowledge, the parents weren't in the yard when the boy was bit"
"large, 125-pound male pit bull" Ya know, I have seen ads for these steroid induced pits and all the pitty people saying they want one. Well end result from that wish.
http://www.kget.com/news/local/story/Toddler-in-critical-condition-after-pit-bull/n7yQ_mKfC0ibyCPZkHbSOA.cspx
"Animal Control spokeswoman Kim Rodriguez said that to her knowledge, the parents weren't in the yard when the boy was bit"
"large, 125-pound male pit bull" Ya know, I have seen ads for these steroid induced pits and all the pitty people saying they want one. Well end result from that wish.
La Mesa Police Consider "Dangerous" Tag For Dog That Attacked Two People
http://www.sandiego6.com/news/local/City-La-Mesa-Considers-Dangerous-Tag-For-Dog-That-Attacked-Two-155886245.html
Come on people! If I can keep 4 dogs from being a menace to people and other pets, you guys should be able to do the same with your dog!
Come on people! If I can keep 4 dogs from being a menace to people and other pets, you guys should be able to do the same with your dog!
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Dogs jump fence and kill other dogs
http://www.kfoxtv.com/news/news/dogs-jump-fence-and-kill-other-dogs/nPHch/
"Navarro said the investigation about that pack of dogs is closed and they will not be removed because the dogs have not made an unprovoked attack on a human"
Plain and simple..if these dogs are getting loose and attacking other animals, they should be shot.
"Navarro said the investigation about that pack of dogs is closed and they will not be removed because the dogs have not made an unprovoked attack on a human"
Plain and simple..if these dogs are getting loose and attacking other animals, they should be shot.
Dog attacking man's pet caught on tape
http://www.wivb.com/dpp/news/local/dog-attack-caught-on-tape
Keep your dog in your back yard! No friggen excuse! Your dog will obviously attack other dogs(and it doesn't matter why). I would be packed walking past this house with dogs.
Keep your dog in your back yard! No friggen excuse! Your dog will obviously attack other dogs(and it doesn't matter why). I would be packed walking past this house with dogs.
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Pit bull owner sentenced after 5-year-old's death
http://www.wcnc.com/news/local/Pitbull-owner-sentenced-after-5-year-olds-death-from-attack-155479975.html
"Investigators said Gordon was more worried about his pit bull than the little girl when it happened."
"Investigators said Gordon was more worried about his pit bull than the little girl when it happened."
Pet dog found skinned on the brink of death
"She wants to know why someone would do this" A sick person, like a sociopath or psychopath:
State Supreme Court refuses to issue stay in case of killer dog
http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2012/may/29/state-supreme-court-refuses-issue-stay-case-killer/
As a Mastiff person, I am sad this has to end this way for the dog but unfortunately because of the circumstances, it needs to. I only hope these type of tragedies are a wake-up call for ALL dog owners that young children MUST be 100% supervised when around dogs. And frankly, because it takes so little from a dog to cause serious injuries/death to young children, I would personally restrict a child from close contact with a dog.
As a Mastiff person, I am sad this has to end this way for the dog but unfortunately because of the circumstances, it needs to. I only hope these type of tragedies are a wake-up call for ALL dog owners that young children MUST be 100% supervised when around dogs. And frankly, because it takes so little from a dog to cause serious injuries/death to young children, I would personally restrict a child from close contact with a dog.
Read the comments-Priceless!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/I-hate-pitbull-owners/248525878513035
Pitty people, as shown here in the comments, are just plain dumb and gullible. This person is trying to get a rise and you took the bait! I'm sure the FBI really cares. Not!
Another thing they like to comment on is a page having only x amount of "likes". Well, in the end, the amount of likes or lack there of doesn't matter. The "truth in the pudding" is that pit type dogs continue to be the most passed up type of dog in shelters and rescues. That's where it matters.
Pitty people, as shown here in the comments, are just plain dumb and gullible. This person is trying to get a rise and you took the bait! I'm sure the FBI really cares. Not!
Another thing they like to comment on is a page having only x amount of "likes". Well, in the end, the amount of likes or lack there of doesn't matter. The "truth in the pudding" is that pit type dogs continue to be the most passed up type of dog in shelters and rescues. That's where it matters.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Mysterious death prompts Person authorities to seize dog
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/11147358/
"nearby residents said the dog sometimes roams the neighborhood and tries to attack their dogs."
"I got a dog. I ain't got no cat. He fights other dogs," he said – but the dog isn't a killer." Real responsible owner! Not! Ya well, if I was your neighbor and your dog got loose and tried to attack mine, your dog would be a dead dog.
"nearby residents said the dog sometimes roams the neighborhood and tries to attack their dogs."
"I got a dog. I ain't got no cat. He fights other dogs," he said – but the dog isn't a killer." Real responsible owner! Not! Ya well, if I was your neighbor and your dog got loose and tried to attack mine, your dog would be a dead dog.
2-year-old toddler dead following dog attack
http://www.abcnews4.com/story/18637442/toddler-killed-in
"The dogs, a female black labrador-shepherd mix and a female brindle labrador-shepherd mix, were taken from the home."
My hope is that on this Memorial Day, people show some compassion and withhold judgements regarding this tragedy. For this family, Memorial Day will always remind them of their loss. My prayers are with this family and the child they have lost.
"The dogs, a female black labrador-shepherd mix and a female brindle labrador-shepherd mix, were taken from the home."
My hope is that on this Memorial Day, people show some compassion and withhold judgements regarding this tragedy. For this family, Memorial Day will always remind them of their loss. My prayers are with this family and the child they have lost.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Anacortes Police Blotter, May 18 - 25, 2012
Police and paramedics responded to the report of a man on the ground being attacked by two pit-bull dogs in the 5500 block of Sugarloaf Street on Tuesday evening. The man yelled for help and neighbors came to his aid by using shovels in an attempt to drive off the attacking dogs. The dogs had fled when police arrived. The victim and witnesses reported that the two pit-bulls had been running loose in the neighborhood when they began to attack the victim’s poodle that was tethered in its own yard. When the victim went to try and help his dog, the pit-bulls attacked him.
The victim man was severely bitten on his arm and suffered numerous puncture wounds. He was transported to the emergency room. The victim poodle also suffered severe injuries and had large areas of exposed muscle from where its fur and skin had been torn off. It was taken to a local animal hospital for treatment and is expected to survive. The attacking dog’s owner, a 35-year-old man who lived on Rosario Way, retrieved his pit-bulls and he told police that they had escaped their yard through a faulty fence. The pit-bull owner appeared to be intoxicated and he was belligerent and insulting towards the police officers and said that his dogs “wouldn’t bite anybody.” The pit-bulls were transported to the pound where they were placed into quarantine. The pit-bull owner faces criminal charges of his dogs running loose and the incident is under further investigation by the Animal Control Officer.
The victim man was severely bitten on his arm and suffered numerous puncture wounds. He was transported to the emergency room. The victim poodle also suffered severe injuries and had large areas of exposed muscle from where its fur and skin had been torn off. It was taken to a local animal hospital for treatment and is expected to survive. The attacking dog’s owner, a 35-year-old man who lived on Rosario Way, retrieved his pit-bulls and he told police that they had escaped their yard through a faulty fence. The pit-bull owner appeared to be intoxicated and he was belligerent and insulting towards the police officers and said that his dogs “wouldn’t bite anybody.” The pit-bulls were transported to the pound where they were placed into quarantine. The pit-bull owner faces criminal charges of his dogs running loose and the incident is under further investigation by the Animal Control Officer.
Manchester dog fight illustrates problem with invisible fences
http://www.unionleader.com/article/20120526/NEWHAMPSHIRE02/705279950&source=RSS
Now I agree that invisible fences are worthless. HOWEVER, in this case the attacking dogs owner was not able to control her dog and the dog went on the victim's property so in this case the attacking dogs owner is at fault. If you know you have a dog that is easily threatened, it is you responsibility to contain/control it. Also, on the flip side, we all know of dogs that, even with a physical fence, will still find a way to get over or under the fence to attack another animal.
Now I agree that invisible fences are worthless. HOWEVER, in this case the attacking dogs owner was not able to control her dog and the dog went on the victim's property so in this case the attacking dogs owner is at fault. If you know you have a dog that is easily threatened, it is you responsibility to contain/control it. Also, on the flip side, we all know of dogs that, even with a physical fence, will still find a way to get over or under the fence to attack another animal.
Dog/Horse: predator meets prey
http://www.horseaccidents.org.uk/Advice_and_Prevention/Dog_Attacks.aspx
"it is important that they have their dogs under ‘close control’. This means the handler is capable of instantly controlling their dog, no matter what the circumstances."
"it is important that they have their dogs under ‘close control’. This means the handler is capable of instantly controlling their dog, no matter what the circumstances."
Pit Bulls Still Hot Issue in Washington
http://www.dailyworld.com/article/20120527/NEWS01/205270326/-1/rss
New Orleans-based Villalobos, the largest pit bull rescue shelter in the nation, had plans to visit Washington and help others reunite with their dogs, but never showed. Other rescue organizations had offered to help, but the enthusiasm has died down, Guillory said.
"When it was going strong and a lot of publicity, there was a lot," Guillory said. "Then, we called them back and they don't return our phone calls
New Orleans-based Villalobos, the largest pit bull rescue shelter in the nation, had plans to visit Washington and help others reunite with their dogs, but never showed. Other rescue organizations had offered to help, but the enthusiasm has died down, Guillory said.
"When it was going strong and a lot of publicity, there was a lot," Guillory said. "Then, we called them back and they don't return our phone calls
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Blog Post
The ATTS test cited is NOT a test given to evaluate dogs as safe family companions...it is a test that evaluates working drive in dogs. It is used primarily to evaluate dogs for bitework/protection sports like shutzhund and french ring. It does not test for dog/dog aggresion, the most common temperament problem in pit bulls. Dogs can fail NOT because they are aggressive, but because they fail the tracking portion of the test by refusing to walk across wire grating. Schutzhund trained dogs are allowed an aggressive response to the "threatening stranger", and guarding/fighting breeds can fail if they back away fearfully from the threatening stranger.....they can fail for not being aggressive enough.
Good Forum Post About Pits as Police Dogs
I think the qualifier here should be...... how common are pit bulls in law enforcement? The answer is that pit bulls have never been used by law enforcement agencies for police work in any substantial numbers, and the few dogs cited have been outliers. The Law Dogs program started by Diane Jessup shut down years ago, as there was little demand or interest from law enforcement agencies for pit bulls. The most common dogs used by police and military operations are GSD and Belgian Malinois. As a previous poster noted, beagles are the most common dogs used for agricultural detection work in airports.
Also note that there is a difference between a police canine and a detection dog...the small handful of pit bulls that have been used by law enforcement agencies have been detection dogs, similar the the beagles used for detection work.
The dogs used for police and military work come from breeding programs which are carefully selecting dogs for specific traits that make them suitable for this type of work....high drive, intelligent, low fear, and healthy...which means free from commono genetic diseases like HD, etc. It costs a lot of money to train, screen, and develop these dogs, and many still don't make the cut. There needs to be enough genetic material available, from suitable dogs, to maintain the health of the dogs, which is why some programs are importing dogs from overseas to keep the gene pools diverse and viable, and avoid too much inbreeding.
Pit bulls have never, and will never, be used in any significant way, in police work....the dogs are simply not being bred for these purposes, and the very small number of ethical hobby breeders existing couldn't produce dogs with the right qualities in any meaningful numbers. Terriers, in general, are not well suited for this work, because of their general lack of biddability and independent, often stubborn, temperaments.
Also note that there is a difference between a police canine and a detection dog...the small handful of pit bulls that have been used by law enforcement agencies have been detection dogs, similar the the beagles used for detection work.
The dogs used for police and military work come from breeding programs which are carefully selecting dogs for specific traits that make them suitable for this type of work....high drive, intelligent, low fear, and healthy...which means free from commono genetic diseases like HD, etc. It costs a lot of money to train, screen, and develop these dogs, and many still don't make the cut. There needs to be enough genetic material available, from suitable dogs, to maintain the health of the dogs, which is why some programs are importing dogs from overseas to keep the gene pools diverse and viable, and avoid too much inbreeding.
Pit bulls have never, and will never, be used in any significant way, in police work....the dogs are simply not being bred for these purposes, and the very small number of ethical hobby breeders existing couldn't produce dogs with the right qualities in any meaningful numbers. Terriers, in general, are not well suited for this work, because of their general lack of biddability and independent, often stubborn, temperaments.
Liverpool boy, 12, mauled in suspected pit bull attack
http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/liverpool-news/local-news/2012/05/26/liverpool-boy-12-mauled-in-suspected-pit-bull-attack-100252-31048124/
Janet said: “The family said it was an Argentinian pit bull but we don’t know for sure because it has disappeared.
“We thought they would have had it put down but I found out last Saturday that it has gone missing.
Wow! The dog has gone missing! What a surprise!
Janet said: “The family said it was an Argentinian pit bull but we don’t know for sure because it has disappeared.
“We thought they would have had it put down but I found out last Saturday that it has gone missing.
Wow! The dog has gone missing! What a surprise!
Activist visits pregnant mom mauled by dogs
http://www.trinidadexpress.com/news/Activist_visits_pregnant_mom_mauled_by_dogs-154311625.html
"Out of concern for her welfare, the TTCA wanted to see how she was doing." Bullshit!
"Out of concern for her welfare, the TTCA wanted to see how she was doing." Bullshit!
Pit bulls are number one breed coming into Roanoke's dog pound
http://www2.wsls.com/news/2012/may/25/pit-bulls-are-number-one-breed-coming-roanokes-dog-ar-1943547/
Well let's see...one thing is that they are very over bred, especially given the high numbers in shelters..also people that believe the hype that they are a good family dog(without doing their research to see if it's the right dog for them) find out soon enough and then contribute to the ever growing population in the shelters.
Well let's see...one thing is that they are very over bred, especially given the high numbers in shelters..also people that believe the hype that they are a good family dog(without doing their research to see if it's the right dog for them) find out soon enough and then contribute to the ever growing population in the shelters.
Friday, May 25, 2012
OT-Heartbreaking picture of toddlers being carried out of house after they were suffocated 'by their mother enraged by husband's affair'
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2149733/Stacey-Smalls-Heartbreaking-picture-toddlers-carried-house-suffocated-mother.html
Ya know, this has begun to be a regular occurrence...parents killing their kids and then trying to off themselves(sometimes succeeding, sometimes not). If, for whatever reason, you feel the need to "check out" go right ahead! But leave the innocent children behind....safe and sound.
Ya know, this has begun to be a regular occurrence...parents killing their kids and then trying to off themselves(sometimes succeeding, sometimes not). If, for whatever reason, you feel the need to "check out" go right ahead! But leave the innocent children behind....safe and sound.
Toddler Bitten in the Face by 175-Pound Dog
http://www.startribune.com/local/stpaul/154064445.html
http://www.twincities.com/stpaul/ci_20709518/st-paul-170-pound-dog-bit-girl-head?source=rss
Second time this dog has bit a child.
"In the past they were used especially as a fighting dog." Same kind of dog that killed Diane Whipple.
"Breeders warn that Presa Canarios should not be wrestled with nor allowed to play tug-of-war games in which they grab rags and shake their heads vigorously. Such activities, in the words of breeder Tracy Hennings, can "build up the dog's bite drive."
http://www.twincities.com/stpaul/ci_20709518/st-paul-170-pound-dog-bit-girl-head?source=rss
Second time this dog has bit a child.
"In the past they were used especially as a fighting dog." Same kind of dog that killed Diane Whipple.
"Breeders warn that Presa Canarios should not be wrestled with nor allowed to play tug-of-war games in which they grab rags and shake their heads vigorously. Such activities, in the words of breeder Tracy Hennings, can "build up the dog's bite drive."
Man recovers after pit bull attack (video)
http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2012/may/24/ep_dog_bite_follow_052512_177519/?news&local-news
"Not once did the dog growl. Even when it had 20-year-old Paul Alderete II by the neck."
"All owners need to clearly heed to Mr. Countryman's statements. He thought he "knew" the dog, all appearances are that he was a very responsible owner." I totally agree with this comment. Never be lulled into a false sense of security about any dog.
"Not once did the dog growl. Even when it had 20-year-old Paul Alderete II by the neck."
"All owners need to clearly heed to Mr. Countryman's statements. He thought he "knew" the dog, all appearances are that he was a very responsible owner." I totally agree with this comment. Never be lulled into a false sense of security about any dog.
Owner says dog attack wasn't dog's fault
http://www.abc2news.com/dpp/news/region/anne_arundel_county_/owner-says-dog-attack-wasnt-dogs-fault
WTF! Typical pitty owner! If this boy was riding his bike on PUBLIC property, he had a right to go anywhere. If you can't control/contain your dogs so people are safe on PUBLIC property, then it is your fault! You can't tell someone they can't be on PUBLIC property because you are a crappy dog owner than can't handle your dogs.
Where's Judge Milian when you need her:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToWrXvheg5s
WTF! Typical pitty owner! If this boy was riding his bike on PUBLIC property, he had a right to go anywhere. If you can't control/contain your dogs so people are safe on PUBLIC property, then it is your fault! You can't tell someone they can't be on PUBLIC property because you are a crappy dog owner than can't handle your dogs.
Where's Judge Milian when you need her:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToWrXvheg5s
Owners speak out after dog attacks, kills smaller dog
http://www.wlky.com/news/local-news/indiana-news/Owners-speak-out-after-dog-attacks-kills-smaller-dog/-/9718538/14157956/-/eikwbdz/-/index.html
"He said this incidents is a good example of why people should know the backgrounds of animals before fostering or adopting."
"He said this incidents is a good example of why people should know the backgrounds of animals before fostering or adopting."
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Alligators and drugs not an uncommon combination
http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/news/region_north_cincinnati/lebanon/alligators-and-drugs-not-an-uncommon-combination
"But if McCants was using the gators for protection, he'd be relying more on myth than reality.
"They're absolutely all bark and no bite," Oxier said. "People would go, '...I'm not going anywhere near that alligator,' but they're actually very docile animals, not prone to attack humans at all."
You would almost think it was a pitty person talking about a pit bull!
"But if McCants was using the gators for protection, he'd be relying more on myth than reality.
"They're absolutely all bark and no bite," Oxier said. "People would go, '...I'm not going anywhere near that alligator,' but they're actually very docile animals, not prone to attack humans at all."
You would almost think it was a pitty person talking about a pit bull!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Dog killed by pit bull at soccer game
http://www.krqe.com/dpp/news/crime/dog-killed-by-pit-bull-at-soccer-game
WTF! The dog that killed the other dog given back to the owner! I hope the owners of the other dog at least take this pit owner to civil court.
WTF! The dog that killed the other dog given back to the owner! I hope the owners of the other dog at least take this pit owner to civil court.
Monday, May 21, 2012
To shoot or not to shoot? When police fire at family pets
http://www.wpxi.com/news/news/local/shoot-or-not-shoot-when-police-fire-family-pets/nPBFw/
Maybe if people would be responsible and ensure their dog doesn't just "somehow" get loose, there wouldn't be this problem.
Maybe if people would be responsible and ensure their dog doesn't just "somehow" get loose, there wouldn't be this problem.
Pit bulls attack jack russell
http://www.stuff.co.nz/taranaki-daily-news/news/6961827/Pit-bulls-attack-jack-russell
I'm glad to see the attacking dogs owner was responsible in not only agreeing to have her dogs put down but paying the victim dog vet bills.
I'm glad to see the attacking dogs owner was responsible in not only agreeing to have her dogs put down but paying the victim dog vet bills.
Skokie considers stricter law after 3 dog-on-dog attacks
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/ct-met-skokie-dog-ordinance-0518-20120521,0,5032375.story
"Counard said that the proposed ordinance is not designed to target pit bulls specifically and added that it is likely a coincidence that pit bulls were involved in the three deadly dog-on-dog attacks." Ya, just a coincidence my ass.
"Counard said that the proposed ordinance is not designed to target pit bulls specifically and added that it is likely a coincidence that pit bulls were involved in the three deadly dog-on-dog attacks." Ya, just a coincidence my ass.
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Pit Bull Attack Draws Crowd, Cop Gunshots
http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/pit_bull_attack_draws_crowd_cop_gunshots
"About an hour and a half earlier, Officer Fitzgerald had seen the pit bull, on the loose and acting wild, on Whalley Avenue. At the time it had eluded her. Now she and the other cops and the crowd watched the pit bull continue to tear at its dead prey."
"Some in the crowd called out criticisms that the police hadn’t tased the dog." NO! The dog killed a poor elderly womans dog. This dog needed to be shot. The cops did the right thing.
"About an hour and a half earlier, Officer Fitzgerald had seen the pit bull, on the loose and acting wild, on Whalley Avenue. At the time it had eluded her. Now she and the other cops and the crowd watched the pit bull continue to tear at its dead prey."
"Some in the crowd called out criticisms that the police hadn’t tased the dog." NO! The dog killed a poor elderly womans dog. This dog needed to be shot. The cops did the right thing.
Man defends shooting dog caring for pups
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/man-defends-shooting-dog-caring-for-pups-152136425.html?device=mobile
I'm surprised he didn't shoot the dogs when they killed his dog.
I'm surprised he didn't shoot the dogs when they killed his dog.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Really?
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?103762-Dog-ran-out-of-garage-and-attacked-my-boy-Wondering-where-to-go-from-here
"I was almost disappointed that he didn't rip the dogs throat out."
"I was almost disappointed that he didn't rip the dogs throat out."
Friday, May 18, 2012
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Blog post
http://ricknbaby0076.blogspot.com/2012/05/room-for-one-more-under-bus-abigail.html
This is really so simple that even a two year old can understand it. In any state there are x amount of dogs/cats in shelters, rescues and foster homes-with new ones coming in daily. There are only x amount of permanent homes available. There are always more animals looking for a home than owners looking to take them into a home. You are also competing with Craig's list where often an animal can be gotten cheaper than through a shelter or rescue. Then there is the simple fact that many people prefer puppies to adult dogs with unknown histories. If every state was a no-kill imagine how many animals will sit and wait for a new home, which would actually be hard as there would eventually be no where to put them.
While many don't like the idea of adoptable dogs being PTS, it's the sad reality of our throw away society.
This is really so simple that even a two year old can understand it. In any state there are x amount of dogs/cats in shelters, rescues and foster homes-with new ones coming in daily. There are only x amount of permanent homes available. There are always more animals looking for a home than owners looking to take them into a home. You are also competing with Craig's list where often an animal can be gotten cheaper than through a shelter or rescue. Then there is the simple fact that many people prefer puppies to adult dogs with unknown histories. If every state was a no-kill imagine how many animals will sit and wait for a new home, which would actually be hard as there would eventually be no where to put them.
While many don't like the idea of adoptable dogs being PTS, it's the sad reality of our throw away society.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Video Reveals Torture of Horses Trained to Win Championships
http://www.newschannel9.com/news/top-stories/stories/vid_807.shtml?wap=0
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/may/16/abc-air-undercover-footage-collierville-resident-a/?partner=RSS
Disgusting. Those guys need a cattle prod used on them.
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/may/16/abc-air-undercover-footage-collierville-resident-a/?partner=RSS
Disgusting. Those guys need a cattle prod used on them.
Pit bull owner: Dog was shot by police because of breed
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/54126500-78/dog-dozer-animal-lester.html.csp
Geez...it's always someone else's fault, never the owner is it? Officer's don't carry tranquilizer guns and sounds like they tried to use non-lethal first before the dog was shot. The owner wasn't born yesterday and should have known if his dog ever got loose what the outcome could be. The owner failed plain and simple. Hole in the fence? What about the dog owner's fence? It isn't your neigbor's responsibility to keep your dog on your property. You are responsible to ensure your dog does not escape from your property.
Geez...it's always someone else's fault, never the owner is it? Officer's don't carry tranquilizer guns and sounds like they tried to use non-lethal first before the dog was shot. The owner wasn't born yesterday and should have known if his dog ever got loose what the outcome could be. The owner failed plain and simple. Hole in the fence? What about the dog owner's fence? It isn't your neigbor's responsibility to keep your dog on your property. You are responsible to ensure your dog does not escape from your property.
Police: Man jailed after ordering pit bull to attack wheelchair rider
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/54124936-78/ashdown-wheelchair-lake-salt.html.csp
"When arrested, the suspect claimed he ordered his pit bull to attack because the victim had been chasing him with his wheelchair."
****Seriously??? You weren't able to get away? Wow! Lame Excuse!
"When arrested, the suspect claimed he ordered his pit bull to attack because the victim had been chasing him with his wheelchair."
****Seriously??? You weren't able to get away? Wow! Lame Excuse!
Pit bull may have caused Southside apartment fire; 15 evacuate
http://www.indystar.com/article/20120516/NEWS02/120516018/1001/NEWS
Of course all the Pitty People have their panties in a bunch due to the use of the word "pit bull" in the article. They get so easily riled! I wonder if Pit owners have a higher incident of strokes, high blood pressure and heart attacks.
Of course all the Pitty People have their panties in a bunch due to the use of the word "pit bull" in the article. They get so easily riled! I wonder if Pit owners have a higher incident of strokes, high blood pressure and heart attacks.
That goes for you and your little dog too!
This post is for my neighbors. I am SO sick of people who think just because they have little dogs, they are exempt from the same laws that govern those of us with large and giant breeds. I know you think because your dog is smaller than mine, it's not going to hurt someone. However, I am tired of your dogs coming on my property, running my fence when my dogs are outside, causing them to bark up a storm and then they have to come in so they don't disturb others. I try to be a good neighbor to you guys. My dogs don't run loose, when they go outside I bring them in if they are barking too much, etc. Please obey the same rules as I do as they APPLY to ALL dog owners.
Pit bulls that attacked cows in Pitt Meadows put down
http://www.mapleridgenews.com/news/151628335.html
“They were put down because of the way they attacked. The length of time the dogs kept going after them, not stopping when hit or not stopping when called.”
“They were put down because of the way they attacked. The length of time the dogs kept going after them, not stopping when hit or not stopping when called.”
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Portsmouth Passes Vicious Dogs Ordinance
http://www.wsaz.com/home/headlines/Portsmouth_Passes_Vicious_Dogs_Ordinance_151482235.html
Christine Darby had a pit bull that was put down after it got loose and injured a man and the dog he was walking.
Animal control picked the dog up and discovered Darby didn't have insurance for him, so the dog was later euthanized.
Darby says the new ordinance unfairly targets pit bull owners.
"Any dog can be vicious,” she said. “Mine wasn't vicious, and he got put down. It's not fair to the owners at all.”
*****This is the type of owner dog ordinances need to target...ones who's dogs get loose and attack/injury people and other pets...the attacking dog owners denial of their responsibility in the attack is so typical of many dog owners.
Christine Darby had a pit bull that was put down after it got loose and injured a man and the dog he was walking.
Animal control picked the dog up and discovered Darby didn't have insurance for him, so the dog was later euthanized.
Darby says the new ordinance unfairly targets pit bull owners.
"Any dog can be vicious,” she said. “Mine wasn't vicious, and he got put down. It's not fair to the owners at all.”
*****This is the type of owner dog ordinances need to target...ones who's dogs get loose and attack/injury people and other pets...the attacking dog owners denial of their responsibility in the attack is so typical of many dog owners.
Monday, May 14, 2012
SFPD Seeks Suspects In Fatal Dog Shooting
http://sfappeal.com/news/2012/05/sfpd-seeks-suspects-in-fatal-dog-shooting.php
http://www.whas11.com/news/LMAS-offers-reward-after-dog-shot-multiple-times-dies-151417805.html
Ok, now was both these dogs running loose, attacking people or pets? We don't know but strong chance that was the case. Could be some people are tired of irresponsible owners who can't contain their dogs.
http://www.whas11.com/news/LMAS-offers-reward-after-dog-shot-multiple-times-dies-151417805.html
Ok, now was both these dogs running loose, attacking people or pets? We don't know but strong chance that was the case. Could be some people are tired of irresponsible owners who can't contain their dogs.
Pit bull legislation caged in rules committee
http://www.herald-mail.com/news/bal-pit-bull-legislation-caged-in-rules-committee-20120514,0,7969932.story
Personally, all dog owners need to be held responsible for the behavior of their dogs. If they want to change that it includes all dogs then fine. BUT there should be NO owner that gets away with their dog causing serious injury/death to a person or domesticated animal with out serious consequences.
Personally, all dog owners need to be held responsible for the behavior of their dogs. If they want to change that it includes all dogs then fine. BUT there should be NO owner that gets away with their dog causing serious injury/death to a person or domesticated animal with out serious consequences.
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