1. Animal Fighting Those in the profession of dog fighting overbreed pit bulls, contributing to the large number of animals languishing in shelters throughout the country. http://www.idausa.org/facts/fighting.html

Bullfighting Bullfighting aficionados claim that the bullfight is a battle to the death in which either participant, bull or matador may die. In reality, before the match even starts, the bull doesn't have a fighting chance to win. Before the fight begins, bulls languish in pens that lack sunlight, food, and water. They are commonly fed laxatives or drugs to debilitate them. In fact, scientists from Spain's Salamanca University found that one in five bulls had been given anti-inflammatory drugs, which could disguise injuries that could weaken the animals' strength prior to fighting. They are also stabbed in the backs before release into the arena. A traditional bullfight consists of three stages. During the first stage, picadors, men atop heavily padded, blindfolded horses, approach the bull and drive pics into his neck muscles to begin the flow of blood to weaken the bull. The banderillos come next, working on foot to place "their banderillas (brightly adorned, barbed sticks) in the bull's shoulders in order to lower its head for the eventual kill." The blades of these spears continue to move and dig into the bull's back throughout the fight, causing bleeding and tissue damage. The bull may also suffer internal bleeding.

2. Animal Fighting: The Final Round | The Humane Society Of The United States Though banned in most states, animal fighting continues to flourish. The Final Round campaign exposes it wherever it hides. http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/animal_fighting_the_final_round/

Pets Wildlife Wildlife Marine Mammals ... Books Receive action alerts, tips, news and special offers via e-mail. The Humane Society of the United States 2100 L Street, NW Washington, DC 20037 HSUS HSUS in the Field Animal Fighting: The Final Round Animal Fighting: The Final Round The Final Round campaign exposes animal fighting (whether with dogs or gamecocks), helps law enforcement personnel combat it, strengthens laws against it, and assists citizens who want to rid their communities of it. In recent years we have seen an increase in animal fighting, both in urban settings and in rural areas. To combat this trend, The HSUS provides educational materials to assist people who want to eliminate animal fighting in their community and who want to strengthen laws against this cruel form of entertainment. Citizen letters remain the single most effective tool for change, so we provide both background information and sample letters for use. You may have some ideas of your own. If they are successful, please share them with us. By using our informational materials and your own creativity, you can foster public awareness in your community about the brutality and danger involved in animal fighting. To read our Final Round brochure

3. Image Gallery: Animal Fighting Pictures Pictures of animals fighting animals. they depict animals fighting animals, often to death. Please feel free to use them in your own materials. http://www.atourhands.com/fight.html

Animal Fighting Pictures CHOOSE AN IMAGE CATEGORY ANIMAL COMMODITIES ANIMAL CONTROL ANIMAL RESEARCH ANIMALS AS FOOD ANIMALS IN ENTERTAINMENT COMPANION ANIMALS INCIDENTAL USE/IMPACT MISCELLANEOUS Simply click on the small images to view them larger. The images on this page are considered to be public domain; they depict animals fighting animals, often to death. Please feel free to use them in your own materials. Some images may have photo captions: roll your mouse over them to read. See also Hare Coursing and Fox Hunting Bear Baiting Cockfighting Dog Fighting See also Hare Coursing and Fox Hunting Top of Page Close Window

4. Pet-Abuse.Com - Illegal Animal Fighting Illegal animal fighting is a bloodsport in which animals are specifically bred and trained to fight each other within an enclosed pit or ring, http://www.pet-abuse.com/pages/animal_cruelty/animal_fighting.php

Animal Cruelty Login Sign-Up Home ... Login Illegal animal fighting is a blood-sport in which animals are specifically bred and trained to fight each other within an enclosed pit or ring, for the benefit of individuals who place bets on the animal they believe will win. The fights are extremely brutal, with animals often fighting to the death. In addition to the extremely violent nature of the animal cruelty involved, illegal animal fighting events almost always include other criminal activity, such as gambling, drugs, prostitution and illegal firearms. (Large amounts of money exchange hands during these gambling events, and where there is money, there are guns and other weapons present.) Additionally, it is quite common for children to be used during these events, often as runners for the betting process. This brings up the obvious issue of exposing children to illegal activities, and it also contributes to their de-sensitivity to violence as they are exposed to these brutal and bloody scenes of animals ripping each other to pieces for money. Quite often, during a dog or cockfighting bust, these young runners are overlooked during the questioning process - which is part of what makes them desirable to use from an illegal animal fighter's standpoint. Other Types of Animal Fighting Hog-Dog Fighting (Hog dogging, hawg dawgin', hog baiting, hog dog "rodeos")

5. CAMPAIGNS | LCA - Last Chance For Animals July 27th, 2007, Vick was charged with conspiracy to travel in interstate commerce in aid of unlawful activities and to sponsor a dog in an animal fighting http://www.lcanimal.org/cmpgn/cmpgn_007.htm

Your name: Your email: Friend's name: Friend's email: Attach a note for your friend: Send me a copy of this as well December 10, 2007 Update: Michael Vick Sentenced to 23 months in Prison! Michael Vick was sentenced to 23 months in prison and three years probation for his role in the "Bad Newz Kennels" dogfighting operation and his participation in the brutal killing of several dogs that did not "perform well" in testing sessions. During his sentencing the suspended football star apologized to the court and his family. However, U.S. District Judge Henry Hudson told him, "You need to apologize to millions of young people who looked up to you". Judge Hudson called Vick's actions "cruel and inhumane" and said that Vick was a full partner in "Bad Newz Kennels" and was therefore equally culpable for all crimes committed. Two of Vick's codefendants; Purnell Peace and Quanis Phillips, received 18 and 21 months respectively. A sentencing hearing is still pending for the final codefendant, Tony Taylor.

6. Official Pit Bull Site Of Diane Jessup While animal fighting occurs almost everywhere in the world, dog fighting and fighting dogs have historically been associated with the United Kingdom. http://www.workingpitbull.com/dogfighting.htm

Home Boldog Kennel B Boldog Kennel LawDogsUSA.org On Being A Breed Steward Boldog Kennel PSAs ... Cool Gear About Pit Bulls About Pit Bulls Pit Bull History "REAL" Pit Bulls Pit? Staff? Staffie Bull? ... Euthanasia Aggression Issues Dog Fighting - The Truth Dog Attacks - The Truth Canine Aggression ... Responsible Ownership! The Good Fight Truth About PETA How YOU Can Help Breed Specific Legislation Sheltering/Rescue Info Miscellaneous Links updated! $1000 Reward Diane's Favs! Gallery The Old Religion ... CLICK HERE to see a CNN video of a dog fight THINKING OF BREEDING YOUR PIT BULL? CLICK HERE To purchase this shirt, CLICK HERE Did you know? Aggression toward other dogs is not uncommon in all dog breeds... A famous German shepherd, Glen Johnson's OTCH "Avenger", UDTX, Am, UDT, SchH III, FH ("Sam") was described by Steve Robinson as "totally intolerant" of any other male dog near him unless under command. Sam has also been described as a totally friendly dog with people. As always, aggression directed at other dogs has nothing to do with a dog's soundness as a pet or working dog. Pit Bull Informational Pages by Diane Jessup DOG FIGHTING - THE TRUTH This site offers a unique look at dogfighting using dogfighter's own words.

7. Va. Lawmakers Push Bills Tied To Animal Fighting - Roanoke.com Va. lawmakers push bills tied to animal fighting The House and Senate proposals would toughen penalties. http://www.roanoke.com/politics/wb/147215

.....Advertisement..... .....Advertisement..... Search roanoke.com The Roanoke Times Roanoke.com Thursday, January 24, 2008 Welcome: Login Create account Get the paper Manage my paper ... Contact us The latest news from The Roanoke Times. Home News Sports Entertainment ... Place Ad Wednesday, January 16, 2008 Email story RSS feeds Va. lawmakers push bills tied to animal fighting The House and Senate proposals would toughen penalties. By Mason Adams Related Key provisions of House Bill 656 and Senate Bill 592 Allow searches regarding animal cruelty cases to be conducted after sunset without more authorization. Increase penalties for animal fighting to a Class 6 felony, the same level as dogfighting . Make it a Class 6 felony to use any device or substance to enhance an animal’s ability to fight. Make attendance at an animal fight a Class 1 misdemeanor. Make allowing a minor to attend a fight or be involved in an animal fight a Class 1 misdemeanor. Provide for streamlining of the forfeiture of animals so they don’t have to be held pending completion of the investigation and prosecution. Ensure that an owner must post bond if he or she is contesting the forfeiture of fighting animals.

8. PAWS: Report Animal Cruelty In 2005, the Washington State Legislature passed a new bill revising the old laws regarding animal fighting. The revised law is one of the toughest in the http://www.paws.org/help/report/fighting.php

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9. Digg - Animal Fighting Back I have enormous respect for people fighting against human suffering, because that takes balls. I think that fighting against animal suffering is misplaced http://digg.com/environment/Animal_fighting_back

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10. Legislators Seek Tougher Laws On Animal Fighting - News - InRich.com News from inRich.com the Richmond community s resource for entertainment, news, shopping, travel and event calendar information. http://www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-01-16-0136.htm

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11. WHSV - HomePage WHSV - Harrisonburg, VA News Make other forms of animal fighting a Class 6 felony raising it on par with dog fighting. Make attendance at an animal fight a Class 1 misdemeanor http://www.whsv.com/home/headlines/13778372.html

var js="0.0"; js="1.0"; js="1.1"; js="1.2"; js="1.3"; js="1.4"; js="1.5"; document.write(''); Contact Us Advertise With Us Site Map HOME ... Desktop Alert Live Newscast Click Here to View Live Newscast Current Radar About WHSV Meet the WHSV News Team Meet the WHSV First Alert Team Meet the WHSV Sports Team What's on WHSV ... TV3 Winchester ABC News: Top Stories Six Types of Pills In Ledger's Loft Congress, Bush Near Economic Stimulus Deal Bleak Economy Has Upside for Homeowners Festive Mood As Gaza Wall Still Down ... Is Venting Your Anger Healthy? WHSV Poll There are currently no active polls at this time. Click here to view other polls on our site and past poll results. Animal-Fighting Proposals Save Email Print RICHMOND, Va. (AP) Posted: 12:45 AM Jan 15, 2008 Last Updated: 2:36 PM Jan 15, 2008 0 comments A A A Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell and the Humane Society of the United States on Tuesday outlines animal-fighting legislation introduced in the General Assembly. Bills filed in the House of Delegates and Senate seek to make all animal fighting a Class Six felony. Current law applies only to dogfighting. Possessing performance enhancers intended for use in animals would also be a Class Six felony. The bills would also allow officers with search warrants to search the property of suspected animal fighters at any time.

12. Ring Dog Rescue You can help stop dog fighting, or animal fighting of any kind by simply making The group is dedicated to stopping animal fighting, and prosecuting the http://www.ringdogrescue.org/

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13. CBS 6 - WTVR, Richmond Va - Proposed Laws Target Animal Fighting Attorney General Bob McDonnell introduced legislation that would make any animal fighting, including cockfighting, a felony and not just for those who http://www.wtvr.com/Global/story.asp?S=7628141

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15. Vick Case Could Boost Animal-Fighting Legislation - Politics News Story - WRC | RICHMOND, Va. Legislators and animalrights activists believe the Michael Vick case will lead to tougher laws against animal fighting. http://www.nbc4.com/politics/15053783/detail.html?rss=dc&psp=news

16. ESPN - Falcons' Vick Indicted By Grand Jury In Dogfighting Probe - NFL Vick and the others are accused of knowingly sponsoring and exhibiting an animal fighting venture and conducting a business enterprise involving gambling, http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2940065

17. Virginia Considers Dog-Fighting Law With Teeth Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell said he is backing efforts by the Humane Society of the United States to enact more effective animal fighting laws http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/01/va_dogfighting.html

Consumer News Recalls Complaint Form Scam Alerts ... Home Page Complain about a product or service Small Claims Guide Class Actions Lemon Law FAQ ... Travel Virginia Considers Dog-Fighting Law With Teeth State hopes to prevent future Michael Vick incidents Powered by Mochila By Lisa Wade McCormick ConsumerAffairs.Com January 16, 2008 Virginia Considers Dog-Fighting Law With Teeth Missing Pug Returns as Baltimore Cracks Down on Dogfighting Dognapping of Twin Pugs May Be Linked to Dogfighting Pet Thefts Feed Dogfighting Craze ... More about Pets ... Virginia, home to Michael Vick's infamous dog fighting compound, is considering legislation to toughen state statutes against the "sport." The former Atlanta Falcons quarterback is serving a federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to engaging in dog fighting at his Surrey, Virginia estate. Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell said he is backing efforts by the Humane Society of the United States to enact more effective animal fighting laws in Virginia. The legislation has been introduced in both chambers of the legislature and McDonnell said he expects speedy passage. "Last year Virginians learned, sadly, of the scope of animal fighting for sport and profit in the Commonwealth," McDonnell said. "We have found animal fighting in every region in Virginia. As the Attorney General of this state I believe we must do more to crack down on this inhumane blood sport."

18. Fredericksburg.com - ANIMAL FIGHTING GETS ATTENTION The news and information source for everything in Fredericksburg, Virginia, VA newspaper, The Free LanceStar, Virginia. http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2008/012008/01162008/348866

ADVERTISE Alerts Home Mobile ... Customer care Thu, Jan. 24, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FREDTALK PICS/VIDEO ... Employment with Star Directory Yellow Pages Home Improvement Guide Living Healthy Event Planning Coupons ... Restaurants advertisement ANIMAL FIGHTING GETS ATTENTION A crackdown on dogfighting in North Carolina, where this photo was taken, has caused an increase here, some say. Tougher laws on animal fighting sought By Chelyen Davis Date published: RICHMOND In the wake of the highly publicized trial of Michael Vick for dogfighting, lawmakers this year are looking to strengthen the state's laws against animal fighting of any kind. Bills sponsored by House Majority Leader Morgan Griffith in the House and Sen. Tommy Norment in the Senateand backed by Attorney General Bob McDonnell, Gov. Tim Kaine and the Humane Societywould make cockfighting a felony, the same as dogfighting, and make it a misdemeanor to attend cockfights or dogfights. "Obviously the case involving Michael Vick helped shine a spotlight not only on the scope of the problem but on deficiencies in Virginia's law," McDonnell said at a press conference yesterday. "Until this case this year, people found it hard to understand the depravity" of dogfighting. Vick and three co-defendants were convicted this year on charges stemming from a dogfighting ring run out of Vick's Surry County property.

19. Animal Fighting & Cruelty | Humane Society Looking beyond Michael Vick Dog fighting hurts hurts dogs, hurts animal shelters, hurts communities. Find out what The HSUS is doing to help end this http://video.hsus.org/?fr_chl=a87cb90f0916c9712b9215d097bca359b177083a&rf=bm&

20. Anti-animal Fighting Legislation Banning All Fighting | NBC12 | Virginia News State lawmakers, the state attorney general, and animal advocates Tuesday endorsed legislation that would make all animal fighting in Virginia a felony. http://www.nbc12.com/news/state/13818612.html

document.write(''); Thursday, January 24, 2008 Home News Virginia News Live News Coverage ... Car Shopper Virginia News Anti-animal fighting legislation banning all fighting By Rob Richardson, NBC12 News State lawmakers, the state attorney general, and animal advocates Tuesday endorsed legislation that would make all animal fighting in Virginia a felony. The legislation would also give police additional tools to investigate the crimes. Dog fighting is already a felony. This bill would make all animal fighting in Virginia a felony. Officials say the case against Michael Vick has helped to highlight the problem in Virginia. Calling it a blood sport, officials denounced animal fighting, and said new legislation aims to make cock fighting and other forms of animal fighting a felony. Cockfighting in Virginia, popular along the state's southern border, isn't illegal unless it's associated with gambling. Officials want to make even witnessing an animal fight a crime. Highlighting the popularity of dog fighting in Virginia, officials with the Humane Society revealed someone in eastern Henrico even publishes an underground dog fighting magazine. John Goodwin of the Humane Society says, “This is an undercover dog fighting publication chronicle fights that happen thruout the region and give people advice on conditioning dogs for fighting ... I think a lot of people would be shocked if they knew this sort of thing was being put together right here.”

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