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Abuse of Pitbull
Posted: Dec 14, 2015
This evening on our local news they aired a video taken by a neighbor, showing a man holding a Pitbull by the chain while repeatedly bashing the dog in the head and face with all of his might. The dog and one pup were taken from the home by our local shelter where I volunteer. With a little luck, maybe tomorrow I can talk to the humane officer to see if I can determine the man's punishment. He would wear the same chain while having the life beaten out of him. The shelter is to file charges by Friday. ;
Laws Getting Tougher - Meh
[ In Reply To ..]I believe laws are getting tougher against humans who act like animals towards animals. If you ask me, it seems animals are generally more humane than humans. Pitbulls have gotten a bum rap. It's generally the human at fault in how they raise the pitbull and not the dog's fault if the dog misbehaves. That guy who beat the innocent dog should be beaten up to get a taste of his own medicine.
abuse - 1shopper
[ In Reply To ..]These are the same type of people who beat up babies and children. This sickens me to the deepest level. Our prisons are overrun with other types of criminals so these people are let out with a "no pets" clause and sometimes a fine. If we can't keep up with foster kids in the system getting abused, how the heck are we gonna be able to make sure this guy has no more dogs?
Laws getting tougher - Old Pro
[ In Reply To ..]I am glad that the laws are getting tougher, and I agree that people tend to "profile" dogs, just like they do humans. I know because I have both a Doberman and a Rottweiler and have been accused of having "killer dogs." (Both are completely gentle and have never bitten anyone.) But--largely due to movies, etc. that feature mean Dobies and Rotties, people think of them as mean. They are actually gentle. I once knew of a man in our city who trained his collie as an attack dog. It attacked several people because that was what it had been trained to do. That poor dog finally lost its life. I did not blame the collie, but the stupid owner. I don't think beating up the owner would do any good--more violence just begets more violence. I do think people who abuse animals should face heavy jail sentences and fines. I was out walking the other day and a woman from our local shelter was walking a pit bull and she let me pet it and play with it. She asked me if I would like to adopt it and I told her that I already had a "full house," but hoped it would find a good, loving home.
Abuse of pit bull - Nick
[ In Reply To ..]I love pits and I hope that the nitwit who did this gets charged with felony animal abuse and spends a little (or a lot) of time in jail. And good for you for volunteering in a shelter!
Thanks Nick and everyone - OP
[ In Reply To ..]The dog and pup are now at our shelter. Today when I was leaving the shelter our director was being interviewed by a local TV station. Tonight on the news I saw the clip. She told the reporter that those who had to watch the video at the shelter had to look away several times because it was that difficult to watch. The dog is now being cared for and given a thorough examination by our wonderful staff for internal injuries, brusing and broken ribs, not to mention the head trauma. I know after the news coverage this dog and pup will find wonderful, loving homes. There are a lot of good people in this world. I agree that people who are abusive to animals will harm people as well. I am deeply hurt to learn this has happened, but at the same time I am so proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization. I will update if I learn more about the improvement and or adoption of these wonderful dogs. Forgot to mention the adorable 7-week old pup is in good condition.
To OP - Nick
[ In Reply To ..]Today I was out shopping, and I ran into this couple that had a large and beautiful gray pit bull on a leash. I asked them if I could pet it and they said, yes, it was friendly. I petted the dog, and he licked my arm and wagged his tail. I just wondered to myself how people can be so cruel to these animals? (Or any animal?) I told the dog that if he did not already have good owners, I would take him home with me! (I only rent an apartment, and my landlord is afraid of pits. Again, the stereotype.) But I must say, what a beautiful animal! And hats off to you and all other volunteers at shelters. There is actually a shelter near where I live and the next time I go in there I will make a contribution in your honor. Even though I do not know you, I will just say it is in honor of an anonymous volunteer.
What a nice thing to do! - OP/Volunteer
[ In Reply To ..]You brought tears to my eyes with that one, Nick. That is the nicest thing you could say or do, especially at this time of year. I thank you for caring enough to remember the animals, and it speaks so highly of you to show this kindness to me as well. Thank you again.
The other day I was out shopping and ran into some people who were sitting having coffee outside at a market. I noticed a large dog under the table. He came out and wagged his tail, and I was thrilled to see a German Wirehaired Pointer. (My first up close encounter with this beautiful breed!) His name was Winston. He was so friendly, wagging his tail and loving my attention. His mom and dad were wonderful people, and the woman told me to ask Winston for his paw, which he gladly gave me. I so agree with you. How can people be cruel to animals? Meeting Winston and his family that day was exactly what I needed. He put the spring back in my step!
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