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DOG FIGHTING IS ANIMAL ABUSE. IT IS CRUEL AND INHUMANE!!
The "Knock Out Dog Fighting" program is part of an educational campaign, by the nonprofit organization For Pits' Sake, Inc., that gained momentum in the wake of widespread media coverage of the Michael Vick case which brought never before seen attention to the barbaric activity of dog fighting. As horrific as the details in the Vick investigation were, they showed us the pit bull as what he really is...a victim.
The investigation and conviction of Michael Vick gave the American public a glimpse of the sadistic world of dog fighting. We learned that dog fighters not only force these animals to fight to the death, many also engage in violence against the dogs by means of electrocution, strangulation, kicking, and other unimaginable acts of cruelty.
In addition to the other illegal activities that go on at these events, dog fighting affects more than the animals. Dog fighters or spectators often involve their children in dog fighting. Sadly, this desensitizes children to violence and the suffering of others not only from the exposure, but also because dog fighting is condoned and even glorified by adults and role models. They are taught to believe that it is okay to inflict the cruelties they observe and that dog fighting is an acceptable form of recreation.
For Pits' Sake founder Kris Crawford believes that one of the most effective ways to stop the cycle of violence is to teach young people about the proper treatment of animals. This type of education can create a cycle of a different sort: a cycle of compassion.In addition to our Public Service Announcements (PSAs), our award-winning hero pit bulls, MMA and Boxing champions visit schools, children's groups and juvenile detention centers, with the message that it is NOT a symbol of power, strength, or greatness to abuse or torture animals."
Our goal with this community outreach program is to shed more light on the prevalence of dog fighting and its overall effect on the community. We are determined to Knock Out the social acceptance of this barbaric activity.
Help stop the abuse. Show your strength and join us in Knocking Out Dog Fighting! For more information go to www.KnockOutDogFighting.org
For Pits' Sake, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has been a leader in the community for both human and animal rescue efforts, humane education and safety programs for children for over a decade. The For Pits' Sake pit bulls, Cheyenne, Dakota, and Tahoe, were world-famous search and rescue dogs who responded to over 200 search missions including high profile cases such as the search for Laci Peterson and the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
The For Pits' Sake girls have been featured on television and cable channels such as Animal Planet and National Geographic. They have received numerous awards, including the American Red Cross Santa Clara Valley Real Heroes award, a Certificate of Appreciation from the FBI, the United Animal Nations Animals Choice award, the NSAL Hero Award, letters of appreciation from County Supervisors, Senators and Assemblymembers, and a letter from the Governor of California stating that they "demonstrate the true strength of California and represent the best of the Golden State".
Cheyenne, Dakota & Tahoe are also trained therapy dogs and now spend their time teaching safety programs at schools and to children's groups, working with physically and mentally challenged children and also battered and abused children. www.ForPitsSake.org
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