Animals in the News- Week 15
In this Issue
Hope for the Polar Bear?
Dog Breed Spotlight: Golden Retriever
This week's Featured Charity and Pet
Fainting Goats
Hope for the Polar Bear?
Climate change is destroying vital polar bear habitat, putting the species at risk of extinction, the U.S. government said today as it listed the polar bear as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the world’s largest conservation organization, said the government’s decision clearly indicates that climate change impacts are already threatening the survivability of animals and habitats, and illustrates the urgency of preparing for and adapting to a rapidly changing climate.
to read the Full article, Click on the link below
Dog Breed Spotlight: Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are one of the most Popular Dog Breeds here in the United States, No doubt they have Good looks,But what exactly makes them so Popular?
If you think you know the Answer then send it to sewentela@yahoo.com and that Answer could be in the Next Animals in the News!
Note:You must be Subscribed to Animals in the News in order for you Guess to be counted.
Charitiy of the Week"
Their Featured Pet: Marvin
Type: Cat
Breed: Domestic Long Hair
Age: Adult
Size: Medium
Marvin is a wondeful boy, He is for Adoption at VCA Woodhaven Animal Hospital in Michigan
For more info: http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/MI423.html
Fainting Goats
Fainting goats?" you ask. "This must be a joke!"
"No," I reply, "they are definitely real." Fainting goats are a slightly smaller version of the standard goat, who, believe it or not, thanks to a genetic condition called myotonia congenita, actually seem to faint when they are startled.
For more info visit the link below -
A Big Thanks to Scarlett Strickland for her help and Advice. Also I would also like the Thank Breanna Rigg for her help also.
Thanks for Reading this week's Animals in the News
Animals in the News- Week 14
In this "Issue"Pet Therapy with Pet-A-Pet
Rock-N-Roll K-9's Performance Team
This Week's featured Charity and Pet
Hilarious Horses: A collaboration of Silly-Looking Animals
Pet-A-Pet is non-profit, charitable organization providing pet therapy to hospitals, nursing homes and convalescent centers in the metro-Detroit area. While dogs are the primary pets in Pet-A-Pet, cats and even rabbits serve as four-legged therapists.
For more info visit"http://www.petapet.org/index.html
Rock-N-Roll K-9's
A Dog Performance Team
The Rock-N-Roll K-9’s, LLC. was originally founded in 1995 at the Novi Michigan Fifties Festival. For the last twelve years this inspiring pack of canines have entertained audiences with their magnificent performances and fun filled shows.
We have stars like Indy, the jump roping Sheltie along with our multi talented Border Collie named Beans, Elliot who is five pounds of pure energy and the fastest Chihuahua to burn up a “Grand Prix” course you will ever witness. On the other end of the scale is Gatsby & Winslow, over 3 ½ foot Borzois that will maneuver through a 24 inch opening of our see-thru tunnels. You will be amazed as you watch dogs of every size, big and small, compete in the exciting high jump competition where they fly over heights far beyond what you would ever expect.
Charity of the Week"'
Shelter to Home,Inc
Featured Pet.....
Name: Willow
Age: Adult
Size: Large
Type: Cat
Breed/Mix: American Shorthair/Tabby mix
Hilarious Horses:
A collaboration of Silly-looking Animals
Animals in the News- Week 13
All New, All the time!!!
Get ready for more surprises and Changes, Here At Animals in the News were always looking for more ideas, Send us a Shout-out,Suggestion,or Question at sewentela@yahoo.com
Kitten Mania :)
Kittens (Old English diminutive of cat) are young domesticated cats (Felis silvestris catus) that are not fully-grown.[1]
A litter of kittens usually consists of two to five kittens. They are born after a gestation that lasts between 64-67 days, with an average length of 66 days.[2] Kittens emerge in a sac called the amnion which is bitten off and eaten by the mother cat.[3] For the first several weeks, kittens are unable to urinate or defecate without being stimulated by their mother. They are also unable to regulate their body temperature for the first three weeks, so kittens born in temperatures less than 27 °C (80 °F) can die from exposure if they are not kept warm by their mother. The mother's milk is very important for the kittens' nutrition and proper growth; so if possible, the kitten should not be taken from their mother for at least 5 to 6 weeks after birth. This milk transfers antibodies to the kittens, which helps protect them against infectious disease.[4] Newborn kittens are also unable to produce concentrated urine, so have a very high requirement for fluids.[5
Full article link below
Charity of the Week:
570 West side Road Healdsburg, CA 95448 USA Phone: 707.431.3386 Fax: 707.431.3571 hasanimals@sbcglobal.net | ||||
Currently at this Shelter.....Princess!
This Pet is looking for love
Name: Princess
Gender: Female
Breed: Shar Pei
Gender: Female
Breed: Shar Pei
Color: Tan
Age: 6 years
Size/Weight: Medium
Age: 6 years
Size/Weight: Medium
Despite waiting and waiting for a new Home, Princess has been very patient.
To find out more about Princess visit:
Animals in the News - Week 12
- Agility is a sport that appeals to young people and to senior citizens. It has great spectator appeal. Agility is designed to demonstrate a dog's willingness to work with its handler in a variety of situations. It is an athletic event that requires conditioning, concentration, training and teamwork. Dog and handlers negotiate an obstacle course racing against the clock.
- The AKC offers two types of agility classes. The first, Standard Class, includes contact objects such as the dog walk, the A-frame, and seesaw. Each of the contact obstacles has a "safety zone" painted on the object and the dog must place at least one paw in that area to complete the obstacle. The second is Jumpers with Weaves. It has only jumps, tunnels and weaves poles with no contact objects to slow the pace.
No Copy-wright intended. For the Full Article "What is Agility click on the link below
Welsh Terrier
General AppearanceThe Welsh Terrier is a sturdy, compact, rugged dog of medium size with a coarse wire-textured coat. The legs, under body and head are tan; the jacket black (or occasionally grizzle). The tail is docked to length meant to complete the image of a "square dog" approximately as high as he is long. The movement is a terrier trot typical of the long-legged terrier. It is effortless, with good reach and drive. The Welsh Terrier is friendly, outgoing to people and other dogs, showing spirit and courage. The "Welsh Terrier expression" comes from the set, color, and position of the eyes combined with the use of the ears.
For the Full article go to the link below
Animals in the News is getting a Makeover,
Here at Animals in the News we are ready for some Changes starting next week there will be some changes being made to Animals in the News
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Remember to include your name so Sarah can thank you for you help in an Animals in the News newsletter!'
Charity of the Week"
(Note:The dog below is from this Rescue)
Pet of the Week
Adopt Lily a Two-Year old American Bulldog, Her current weight is around 80 pounds. She was rescued with one of her pups by a wonderful vet who just couldn't let her be put down as she is such as nice dog.
For more info click on the Link below
Animals in the News- Week 11
We're going to the Dogs, A Special Issue
This week we're going to the Dogs with a special Dog issue of Animals in the News.
Many Dogs come from Puppy mills, Yorkies one of the most popular.
What is a Puppy Mill?
"Puppy Mills", also known as "commercial breeders" in the eyes of the government, breed thousands of puppies a year for sale to pet shops across the country.
In a world of "pregnancy for profit," most of these dogs are forced to live their entire, sometimes very short lives, in dark warehouses . . . in tiny, crowded, and indescribably filthy conditions. Females are bred continuously until they die.
Between pregnancies, hundreds of dogs compete for attention and food - their bony bodies a testament to inadequate food and water, substandard housing, insufficient exercise and infrequent, if any, veterinary care. Puppies are taken away from their mothers as young as four weeks of age, packed several to a crate, with little food, water, or ventilation and transported to pet stores across the country.
Many times the puppies arrive at the pet stores malnourished or ill; some never make it at all. The people who buy these puppies think they are taking home a healthy, well adjusted companion animal. But sadly, many times they discover they have purchased a dog that has a personality problem, disease, or genetic defect - caused by over breeding, inbreeding, or the unsanitary, squalid conditions at the puppy mill.
Several puppy mill/commercial breeder facilities that are not the filthy norm. The dogs live in fairly clean areas, kennel runs and some even in the house. This does not sound like a typical mill now does it? It is though. It is, because these dogs are bred every time they come into season without doing any genetic testing and they are not even necessarily bred to the same breed.
These dogs may not live several crammed into a wire rabbit cage, may get groomed or may even sleep on someones bed doesn't change the fact that they are bred every single season until their little bodies are failing.
Bottom line...a puppy mill, or, to be politically correct, commercial breeder, is in business to crank out as many puppies as they can to sell to pet stores, flea markets, on the side of the road, individual ads in the paper and now through Internet classified ads.
Between pregnancies, hundreds of dogs compete for attention and food - their bony bodies a testament to inadequate food and water, substandard housing, insufficient exercise and infrequent, if any, veterinary care. Puppies are taken away from their mothers as young as four weeks of age, packed several to a crate, with little food, water, or ventilation and transported to pet stores across the country.
Many times the puppies arrive at the pet stores malnourished or ill; some never make it at all. The people who buy these puppies think they are taking home a healthy, well adjusted companion animal. But sadly, many times they discover they have purchased a dog that has a personality problem, disease, or genetic defect - caused by over breeding, inbreeding, or the unsanitary, squalid conditions at the puppy mill.
Several puppy mill/commercial breeder facilities that are not the filthy norm. The dogs live in fairly clean areas, kennel runs and some even in the house. This does not sound like a typical mill now does it? It is though. It is, because these dogs are bred every time they come into season without doing any genetic testing and they are not even necessarily bred to the same breed.
These dogs may not live several crammed into a wire rabbit cage, may get groomed or may even sleep on someones bed doesn't change the fact that they are bred every single season until their little bodies are failing.
Bottom line...a puppy mill, or, to be politically correct, commercial breeder, is in business to crank out as many puppies as they can to sell to pet stores, flea markets, on the side of the road, individual ads in the paper and now through Internet classified ads.
Yorkies in a Cage
Charity of the Week!
German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles
Note: The dog below is from this rescue
Pet of the Week!
Adopt: Ottto, The perfect shepherd! Otto is a strikingly beautiful, well-bred, highly-trained plush coat. An older gentleman with a puppy attitude, he can be intimidating to strangers but is always a total love to friends. Otto -- a volunteer favorite -- is a nice walker , although he'll gladly run all day,He would like an experienced shepherd owner.
Otto came was turned in because his owner passed away!
WHEN CATS ATTACK"A special issue - Week 10
Today's Topic is all about Cats, your teacher up above is Miss Aloha, A pretty orange kitten sporting some killer shades.
Some words from Aloha herself" Why do this 2-legged animals have to dress me up, They need to remember I am smarter then them I will defeat them someday. Muahhahahahaha!"
Note: This is a Joke and was not meant to be mean.
Cat Facts:
All cats are members of the family Felidea. Interestingly enough, the cat family split from the other mammals at least 40,000,000 years ago, making them one of the oldest mammalian families. All cats share certain characteristics that are unique to the cat family.
Cats are pure carnivores. They need a high level of protein in their diets - around 30% - and lack the digestive equipment to do well on a diet of grains, fruits or vegetables. In fact, if you were to design a creature to live from hunting mammals you would have trouble doing better than the design of the cat. If you know cats at all, you know that they have powerful jaws, long, sharp teeth, and claws that draw back into their paws when not in use. Cats hear extremely well. Their eyes are adapted for vision in dim light for hunting just before dawn and just after dusk, the prime hunting periods.
Cats are pure carnivores. They need a high level of protein in their diets - around 30% - and lack the digestive equipment to do well on a diet of grains, fruits or vegetables. In fact, if you were to design a creature to live from hunting mammals you would have trouble doing better than the design of the cat. If you know cats at all, you know that they have powerful jaws, long, sharp teeth, and claws that draw back into their paws when not in use. Cats hear extremely well. Their eyes are adapted for vision in dim light for hunting just before dawn and just after dusk, the prime hunting periods.
Charity of the Week"
Cat Rescue, Inc
Note the cat below is from this rescue"
Pet of the Week"
Meet Barnaby! Barnaby is a gray/white tabby with beautiful aqua eyes. . Barnaby is very cautious but friendly and likes attention. He gets along very well with other cats and kittens. Please contact Linda/Kent for more info-757-539-8336/757-288-8314/757-441-4162.
This Pretty Kitty has his own web page" http://www.catrescueinc.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=97993
Stay tuned for next week, We will be going to the Dogs.
Animals in the News- Week 9
"Mutt Strut 2008"
Friends for the Dearborn Animal Shelter
| Date: | Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
| Time: | 11AM - 4PM Registration 9AM - 2:00PM Official Walk Kick Off at 11AM |
| Place: | Dearborn, Michigan Walk Start and Registration at Ford Field Fun and Games at West Village Commons |
What is the Mutt Strut: The Mutt Strut is a community-wide animal celebration day focusing on a pledge-driven dog walk along a 1-mile course. It will take place rain or shine or snow - all weather is dog weather!
Note: This walk takes place in ,Michigan. Non-Michigan residents can come or donate online at http://www.dearbornmuttstrut.com/dms/default.asp
"Charity of the month"
VCA Allen Park Animal Hospital
"Pet of the month"
Note: This Cat is from VCA Allen Park Animal Hospital{Listed Above}
Meet Gable a young Black and white Kitty,
Active, fun loving little guy!!!!! Looking for a forever home. Gable is neutered and current on vaccines. Felv/Fiv negative. If interested in meeting Gable, please call Steve at 313-928-9100. Adoption fee $150.00.
Sponsor a Pet, Save a life
You can help a pet by sponsoring it, Just a little cash for a homeless guy like Ringo. If you can't Adopt this a great thing to do.
Ringo, Pit Bull.1 year old. Find out more about Sponsoring at http://www.petfinder.com/foundation/sponsorapet.html
Dear Readers,
I could not of done all this without you all, Thank you for your support.
Check out all the cool stuff that's packed into this issue.
- Sarah
Animals in the News Editor
Animals in the News- Week 8
Golden Retriever Shetland Sheepdog{Sheltie}
Golden Retriever Rescue- http://www.grra.com/
Shetland Sheepdog Rescue{Sheltie}- http://www.sheltierescuetx.org/
Charity of the Month
Michigan Humane Society
Rochester Hills Center
for Animal Care
Rochester Hills Center
for Animal Care
Note: Peanut{below} is from this Shelter
Pet of the Month
Adopt Peanut- This Playful young Chihuahua is just 3 years old. She is friendly although a little nervous in new situations. She is wondering when she will be going home, Could you be her new friend?
For more info on this dog visit:
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/MI67.html
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/MI67.html
"Breed Spotlight"
Great Dane
Great Dane Puppy
The Great Dane combines, in its regal appearance, dignity, strength and elegance with great size and a powerful, well-formed, smoothly muscled body. It is one of the giant working breeds, but is unique in that its general conformation must be so well balanced that it never appears clumsy, and shall move with a long reach and powerful drive. It is always a unit-the Apollo of dogs. A Great Dane must be spirited, courageous, never timid; always friendly and dependable. This physical and mental combination is the characteristic which gives the Great Dane the majesty possessed by no other breed. It is particularly true of this breed that there is an impression of great masculinity in dogs, as compared to an impression of femininity in bitches. Lack of true Dane breed type, as defined in this standard, is a serious fault.
For more info on this Regal Breed click on the link below!
Animals in the News- Week 7
Learn the Basics in Dog training. Click on the link below!
"Charity of the Week"
*Friends for the Dearborn Animal Shelter*
"Pet of the Week"
Meet Jack, a 6 year old German Shepherd dog. He may be shy but is very sweet and very good on leash. Jack knows Sit, Shake, And down also. Jack is Currently looking for a home, He needs a calm, relaxed household.
Jack is at the Friends for the Dearborn Animal Shelter{listed above}. To find out more about him visit http://dearborn-animals.com/
Want to help but can't adopt?
Their are many to help animals without adopting one like Sponsoring an animal or donating to a shelter or rescue. The possibilities are endless.
American Pit Bill Terrier Border Collie
American Pit Bull Terrier Rescue - http://www.pbrc.net/
Border Collie Rescue - http://www.bcrescue.org/
Want to help animals but don't know how, send an email to sewentela@yahoo.com entitled Helping Animals to find out how
Yorkshire Terrier{Yorkie}
Thanks for viewing this week's Animals in the News, Make sure to read next week's and remember I could not do this without people like you,Thank you!
Animals in the News- Week 6
I would like to thanks everyone for their help and support as we hit 6 weeks for animals in the news! I am so grateful to everyone, - Sarah, Editor of Animals in the News*
Amazing Dog{Boxer} Stories- http://www.boxerworld.com/rescue/stories/
"Charity of the Week"
Homeward Bound Rescue^
"Pet of the Week"
Meet Scout a 6 month old Bichon Frise'.
I was rescued from a puppy mill when I was just a few days old. Will you bring me home? I love to give kisses and to cuddle.
For more info on Scout please visit the Homeward Bound Rescue Website
You can save Animals without leaving home~
Visit the link below and find out how!
Dear Animals in the News Readers,
Sorry for the delay on this week's Animals in the news, I have been a little under the weather lately and haven't felt like doing much. I've also been very busy with School and other stuff.
Because of this week coming out late this will be a Special Issue.
- Sarah
Editor of Animals in the News
Animals in the News- Week 5
*SUPER SPECIAL ISSUE*
Charity of the Week:
Horses' Haven
Pet of the Week:
Wilma is a 18 year old horse that currently live at Horses' Haven in Howell Michigan. She is very sweet but in her old age she is blind.
She is currently looking for a Sponsor,
If you're interested please go to the following link:http://www.horseshaven.org/sponsor.htm
Cutest Dog Contest needs one more entry!!
If you haven't already entered and want to please email sewentela@yahoo.com to find out how you can participate.
Also if you don't have a dog or haven't entered you can sign up to be a judge.
Judging will start Approximately April 30Th 2008*
Wanted: Caring person that loves Animals.
Wanna know how you can help? ask your local animal shelter about volunteer options as a Foster home for newborn and adults or in the shelter walking dogs and cuddling cats and even helping people find a pet for their lifestyle.
Animals in the News comes out every Sunday, Help is needed and Appreciated. Suggestion, Comments and Ideas are always welcome
Animals in the News- Week 4
The 2008 Spay Day Photo Contest results are in!
Check out this link for the results -
Want a new Cat or Dog but don't want to visit a shelter?
Many Shelters have Off sites many times each year and most are free! You can look and pet the Animals in a calmer place, A Shelter can be a very Stressful place for many animals and some dogs bark in the shelter and can act a little Cage crazy but when they get out they are much more relaxed.
Charity of the Week
Greater Hillsdale Humane Society
Pet of the Week
Alicia is a pretty 3 year old tiger colored cat. She is a little skittish around new people she doesn't know yet. Alicia has been waiting at the Greater Hillsdale Humane Society for a home since 2006 and will keep waiting until that nice person comes and brings her home, She will be spayed prior to going home. Please adopt this cutie!
Alicia's Petfinder Page http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=9527534
The Petfinder Pet matching game http://www.petfinder.com/tama/
Save the Seals
Visit the link and find out how you can help.
We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals."
~ Immanuel Kant
~ Immanuel Kant
Week 3:
Teaching your Cat
Yes its possible,
Watch these Videos and find out how!
Come when called
High Five
ABOUT: Pet allergies
More than 70% of U.S. households have a dog or cat. Pets provide companionship, security and a sense of comfort. However, people with allergies should be cautious in deciding what type of pet they can safely bring into their home.
For an estimated 10% of the entire population that can be allergic to animals, it is important to know what exactly causes their allergies, where these 'triggers' can be encountered, and what to do to minimize exposure.
Full article- http://www.allergybegone.com/aboutpetdander.html
American Kennel Club Website: http://www.akc.org/breeds/
Dog Breed info Center Website: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/
Charity of the Week:
Miniature Schnauzer Love Rescue, Inc.
Pet of the week:
Maggie, Miniature Schnauzer, 5 years old
Maggie was turned in with her brother after her elderly owner died
This Pretty girl weighs around 12 pounds so she's not that big at all!
Maggie is already Spayed and is House trained and Crate trained too..
She does get along with other small dogs and would LOVE to have a playmate.
I would like to Thank Breanna Rigg for her Help and Support!
Thank you!
Give a Homeless Pet a new home
*Don't Breed or Buy
While Homeless Dogs die*
Animals In the News-Week 2
Survivor Stories:
Abby was purchased in Michigan after her owner answered a classified ad for AKC-registered Labrador Retrievers. Her owner was given only a handwritten vaccination record at purchase.
Within a few days, Abby became gravely ill and tested positive for Parvovirus. She also had a severe urinary infection, ear infection and roundworms. The veterinarian felt she had only a 30 percent chance of recovery.
After several days of intensive care hospitalization, Abby beat the odds and survived Parvo. Her family sued her breeder in small claims court. He continues to sell AKC-registered dogs through the classified ads.
Pepper was born in a puppy mill in Arkansas and was sold by a Missouri-based broker that supplies puppies to pet stores nationwide to a pet store in California.
Within hours of purchase, Pepper showed signs of neurological problems. He was diagnosed with an incurable, hereditary brain disorder. As he ages, Pepper has progressively longer "spells" during which he cannot walk, eat or stand on his own.
For more Survivor Stories: http://stoppuppymills.org/survivor_stories.html
Black Cats considered unlucky?
One thing for sure is that Black cats are not unlucky, Most Black cats stay at shelters longer than Orange, Brown, Etc. So why people think they are so unlucky is a question unsolved. Is it there yellow eyes?
Puppy Buying Tips:
1. Find a responsible breeder and visit their premises. Responsible breeders provide a loving and healthy environment for their canine companions, but don't take their word for it. Never buy a puppy without seeing where they and their parents are raised and housed with your own eyes.
2. Don’t be fooled by common claims made by pet stores when pushing their puppies. Despite what they may tell you, pet stores do sell puppy mill puppies.
3. Don't be swayed by a great website or ad. Just because a website says great things about their “home raised” or “family raised” puppies doesn’t make it true. Many puppy millers pose as small family breeders online and in newspaper and magazine ads.
4. Consider adoption. Adopting a dog instead of buying one is the surest way to strike a blow against puppy mills. To find the perfect match, you'll want to choose the right one for you and your lifestyle. Animal shelters have dozens of dogs, many of them purebreds, just waiting for homes. There are also breed specific rescue groups for every breed of dog, including “designer” or “hybrids” like Labradoodles and Puggles. Mixed-breed dogs also make wonderful pets.
5. Avoid the temptation to "rescue" a puppy mill puppy by buying him. Even though your intentions may be good, don’t buy a puppy with the idea that you are “rescuing” him or her. Your “rescue” opens up space for another poor puppy mill puppy and puts money into the pockets of the puppy mill. Pet stores won’t leave their cages empty and websites won’t leave their pages blank. The money you spend on your puppy goes right back to the puppy mill operator and ensures they can continue breeding and treating dogs inhumanely. If you see someone keeping puppies in poor conditions, alert your local animal control authorities instead of buying.
Note: Petfinder.com has everthing from Dogs to horses,Birds,and Rabbits.
Link of Article: http://stoppuppymills..org/puppy_buying_tips.html
Stop Puppy mills Store
Charity of the Week:
Coastal Poodle Rescue- http://www.coastalpoodlerescue.org/
Pet of the week:
Name: Yogi
Male, Miniature poodle, 13 years, Special Needs - Coastal Poodle Rescue
Seniors need love too
Adopt an older dog Today!
Help the Shelter of your Choice win a Makeover: http://www.zootoo.com/makeover/
Please Support the Friends For the
Dearborn Animal Shelter and Coastal Poodle Recue
Week 1:Animal Advocates Celebrate Historic Milestone: Dogfighting Now a Felony in All 50 States:
March 5, 2008
Today marks the beginning of a new era for dogs, a moment to savor for millions of Americans who cherish the special place these wonderful animals occupy in our lives, and a signpost of progress for all citizens who share aspirations for a more humane America. Wyoming Gov. Dave Freudenthal signed a bill yesterday that made the cruel blood sport of dogfighting a felony crime ? the 50th state to enact such a law.
"This is a real reason to celebrate ? a landmark moment in the struggle to rid our nation of this hideously cruel activity that destroys so many innocent animals and is so corrosive to the ideals of a decent and civil society," said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States.
Wyoming's action follows the signing of a similar felony law in Idaho on Feb. 25.
These two states were among many states nationwide that are considering legislation this year to increase penalties against dogfighting. Such bills are pending in 23 states.
The wave of legislative action this year follows the 2007 case against football star Michael Vick, who pleaded guilty to federal dogfighting charges. His case shed a spotlight upon the horrific reality of dogfighting in the U.S. and triggered a national outcry. Vick is serving time in a federal prison.
Since its inception in 1954, The HSUS has worked to rid the nation of animal fighting. As recently as 1975, dogfighting was a misdemeanor crime in all states. By 1995, the number of states with misdemeanor penalties for dogfighting was down to 16. Now that number is zero.
Full article: http://www.hsus.org/press_and_publications/press_releases/dogfighting_now_a_felony_in_all_50_states_030508.html
The American Pit Bull Terrier is feared by many because of Dog fighting when in reality they are great dogs and I know other people will agree. Its sad to see little kids that grow up with parents saying" Pit bulls are mean".
Please give it in your heart to give Bully Breeds a chance. Many of Pit bulls are in animal shelters while other shelters will not take them because they think they are mean.
Charity of the Week:
Dearborn Animal Shelter-
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