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Breed Discrimination Dog fighting and breed discrimination go hand in hand and are the dark side of our society that needs to be eliminated not only because of its extreme cruelty to the innocent dogs forced to participate, but also because of its association with gambling, gang activity, and drug use. What is dog fighting? Dog fighting is a “sport” in which dogs are specifically bred and raised to fight with other dogs to satisfy their owners gambling appetites. Two dogs are set in a arena…

was founded by Jake Gardner in 2012. According to Judi Brinegar’s article (2014), “Pit Bull Rescue Seeks Help,” “The Fort" is a nonprofit, no-kill rescue dedicated to alleviating the suffering of all animals, in particular the American Pit Bull Terrier”(Brinegar, para. 2). One of Gardner’s rescue dogs is a Pit Bull named Mack. Mack was a stray at a shelter that was going to be put down in a few days. When Gardner saw him, he knew he had to save him as well as the other dog he originally came…

Out of all the different breeds of dogs, Pit bulls tend to top the list of controversy. Those who own the breed pose arguments stating that pit bulls are intelligent, obedient, and extremely loyal. Those opposed to the breed argue a different viewpoint of vicious attacks, aggressive behaviors and illegal dog fighting. Despite difference in opinion, pit bulls are a danger to society because of their aggressive tendencies, fatal attacks, and ignorant owners. Pit bulls have a tendency to have…

Pit Bull Owners are the Real Threat Pit bulls have the reputation of being vicious animals. “One person is killed by a pit bull every 14 days, two are injured by a pit bull every day. There is not a breed more dangerous because violence is in their DNA” says pit bull columnist, Jonathan Macready (Macready, par.1). Dog attacks can result in serious injury or death; they can also result in costly medical bills. (“What’s Your Liability,” par.6). The vast majority of people believe pit bulls are…

Friday is a dog. The Carib Indian companion in Daniel Defoe’s novel Robinson Crusoe may be Oppressors, Subalterns, and Dogs - the Island of Robinson Crusoe treated more respectfully than most other people of color of his time, but even though Crusoe and Friday are allegedly friends, he is nothing more than a dog to his Master - never his equal. Defoe’s depiction of the Carib Indians in his novel is a case of Othering, and the relationship between Friday and Crusoe resembles colonialism from…

The Bully Breed Myth There are many breed of dogs throughout the world. The bully breed of dogs such as, the American Pit bull Terrier, Staffordshire terrier, and Staffordshire bull terrier are all descendants of the ancient molosser dog from the British Isles. These medium size dogs were bred for hunting, protection, fighting, and bull baiting activities. These dogs served in the military, were presidential pits, and nanny dogs for parents. But, myths say these particular dogs have locking…

Pit bulls are not bad dogs…

breed but rather a word used to describe a group of medium short haired dogs with square heads, short muzzles, wide-set eyes and barrel-like chests. Essentially, breeds commonly classified as pit bulls are the American Pit Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, the American Bulldog, the Presa Canario as well as many others that share the above characteristics (Beyond the Myth: The Truth About Pit Bulls). When pit bull bans are implemented and the dogs need to be rounded up, police…

Pitbulls are a kind of dog breed which most were raised to fight and hunt for humans. There have been many Pit Bull attacks across the world and there are reasons why they attack. Some attacks which has occurred, the pit bull attacked the person for no reason. But, the other attacks have been just the person's fault. It also could be the owner’s fault if he/she wanted the dog to attack the victim. It isn’t just pit bulls, but they have attacked MANY people. Some dogs have faced a terrible…

When the topic of the Pit Bull breed comes up there are two very common opinions made. It might be said that the breed is vicious and dangerous or loving and kind. People have minds of their own, own opinions, especially when it come to this particular topic. Pit Bulls, just like humans, react to whatever kind of environment they are in. “Pit Bulls have great physical and mental characteristics that make them excellent partners for responsible, active, and caring owners (Villaobos)” . A…