Dog fight has been around for decades . We once may have thought of this pattern as one of those faraway , unmentionable “ play ” that takes spot in the dark recesses of give up construction with less - than - astral eccentric at the helm .
But , when intelligence break of an American football field general , Michael Vick’s , horrendous practice of dog fightingwithin the confines of his “ opulence ” house and place , the great unwashed were not only shocked and stunned , but also extremely angry that this eminent - profile person would stoop to such shocking enactment .
But perhaps more put off , is the niggling punishment that follow this lengthy legal battle . Unfortunately , despite the call of furious animal activists , Vick ’s punishment did not suit the crime . accord to theAnimal Legal Defense Fund , Vick was found guilty of beating , torture , neglecting , wipe out and using frank for the act of dog fighting for net income ( among other charges ) .
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For this flagitious criminal offense , Vick did some jail time ( 19 month ) , but upon his release has since been take onto another pro football squad and has also acquired another hotdog . I can only opine what abominable fate may expect this poor destitute creature .
What happened to the dozens of dogs that were abuse and mistreat at his aptly cite , Bad Newz Kennels ? Some were rehabilitate and observe novel habitation , some go on to do therapy work and the other unlucky furred souls had to be euthanized .
The epicurean house that once home a diabolic humanity is now a place of healing with theDogs Deserve BetterGood Newz Rehab Center . This brute tax shelter and aesculapian / wellness middle is being used to serve those animals in need and to give hope and health back to the many furred friends that enter through its doors .
Photo: Sheds on Vick’s previous estate where the dog fighting ring took place. (Courtesy Facebook / Ginger Girl)
Although , the presentiment throw where these horrific practice once took position are still stand up , they are now being used for storehouse or just left empty . The reclusive domain out back that once deem chain , terrified dogs , has been stripped clear and is now cover with beautiful jaundiced flowers .
And the adept part?Fifty - one freshly embed dogwood tree treeshave been placed in memory board and honorof those poor hot dog that hurt at the hands of this outlaw . Even though the restructuring of Vick ’s home and property , albeit a winning stone’s throw , is small in comparing to the hellhole these animals were put through , we as passionate animal activist still blazon out out in foiling .
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When willthe laws regarding brute cruelness , ill-treatment , disregard and dog fightingbecome more fitting to the crime ? We concerned citizens are doing our best to get these crook stiffer penalty , but the fight is slow .
If you want to help put an ending to animal abuse , be vigilant when you see abuse or disregard happening . Call your local ASPCA and report the crime . Together we can put an end to the anguish of innocent creature at the hands of these despicable and heartless people
