Articles: Pit Bulls
Does Trouble Follow Michael Vick, Or….
dogfighting, dogs, pets, Pit Bulls
Does trouble follow Philadelphia Eagles QB, and convicted dogfighter Michael Vick, or does he follow trouble? This happened at the end of June – and I am only blogging about it now, because really there were so few news reports. Maybe you heard about it – I didn’t. A man was shot outside a Virginia…
Canine Heroes Come In All Sizes, All Breeds
dogs, Pit Bulls
I’ve noticed this trend…If there’s a dog bite involving a Golden Retriever (and believe it or not, that does happen) we never hear about it in the media. If it involves a Pit Bull (or dog that generally looks like a Pit Bull), Huge Headlines! Similarly, if a Golden Retriever is a hero dog –…
Pit Bulls Aren't the Problem, Some Owners ARE
dog training, dogfighting, dogs, Pit Bulls
I posted this video because the dude narrating does such a nice job of reflecting the facts…Also, I like the depiction of the American flag throughout….Ironic, because breed bans are likely unconstitutional.
Gov. Quinn Puts His Paw Down, A Dogfighting Law With Real Bite
dogfighting, dogs, Pit Bulls
I participated in a historic Illinois bill signing (HB 5790) – increasing the felony penalty for dogfighting near schools, parks, day cares and playgrounds. When Gov. Pat Quinn signed the measure (July 17, ’10), Illinois became the first state in the union to throw one more penalty at dogfighters, translating to more time in jail.…
Gov. Pat Quinn Signs Dogfighting Law with a Bite
dogfighting, dogs, pets, Pit Bulls
Dogfighting has been a felony in Illinois for some time, and it’s now a felony is all 50 states. Yet, somehow, when dog fights occur near day care centers, schools or playgrounds – the activity strikes me as even more horrifying. Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart at the dogfighting bust in Maywood in 2009. He…
New Dogfighting Measure Has Teeth!
dog training, dogfighting, dogs, pets, Pit Bulls, veterinary health
Following Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s dogfighting bust at a day care center last fall, the Sheriff appeared on my WLS-AM radio show. Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart in Maywood last fall I suggested as horrific as dogfighting is – it’s even worse when kids are involved….and worse yet that this bust happened at a…
CNN's Anderson Cooper Reports Pets Are Dying Due to Oil Spill
animal shelters, cats, dogs, Pit Bulls, veterinary health
I am not surprised by Anderson Cooper 360: Reporter’s Notebook that animals are being up in large numbers because of the oil spill. Responsible for wildlife deaths, increased unemployment, economic losses in fisheries and tourism, and now breaking up families as pets are being given up – BP star doesn’t shine so bright He writes…
Pit Bull Saves Lives
dogs, pets, Pit Bulls
Pit Bulls are dogs – and here’s what dogs do: In Bristol, IN, a home caught fire this past Thursday. Thor, who happens to be a Pit Bull not only worked hard to awaken the family, he actually pulled the bassinet with the baby inside it to safety. Heroic Pit Bull, named Thor Finally, after…
Serious Pit Bull Attack, Fault of the Dogs' Owners
dogs, pets, Pit Bulls
Pit Bull attack in New Bedford, MA – a student was attacked and seriously hurt by three Pit Bulls, reportedly. The attack was unprovoked. It is a tragedy. Before you scream about Pit Bulls though, check out the report. Finally toward the end, it’s pointed out these dog have gotten out before. That’s how it…
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