It’s Not Cool To Be Cruel
Jun 14th, 2007 by Beate
I want to urge everyone to support the petition against dog fighting. I know we, Atlanta’s people are pet lovers! We don’t stand behind cruel and inhumane activities involving our beloved animals. Go and speak up for the ones who don’t have the security of a good home and help to stop that horrible “game”. Cause for sure is not a game for the dogs involved but deadly serious. Watch this video before you
JOIN WITH BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY AGAINST DOG FIGHTING.
Several weeks ago, law enforcement officials uncovered evidence of a dog fighting operation on property owned by Michael Vick, quarterback for the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons. The investigation continues.It appears that the violent subculture of dog fighting has permeated the world of professional sports and entertainment. Dog fighting is horrifically cruel for the dogs, but also a dangerous, illegal activity that often involves violence, weapons, illegal gambling and drugs.
We, the undersigned, urge America’s major sports leagues—the National Football League, Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, the National Hockey League, and Major League Soccer to take immediate action to help stop participation and support of dog fighting by taking the following actions:
- Announce policies condemning dog fighting as a horrifically cruel, illegal activity that will not be tolerated
- Establish stiff penalties, including fines and suspensions, for any high profile athletes or league employee who associates in any way with dog fighting
- Cooperate fully with investigations of athletes alleged to be involved in dog fighting
- Cooperate with Best Friends and other animal welfare groups to promote ways to eradicate dog fighting