Animal Abuse Has Shaped My Life

Pit Bulls are known worldwide for being inherently dangerous and extremely vicious, but according to the American Temperament Test Society, Inc. 86.8% of American Pit Bull Terriers have passed their temperament tests better than Collies, Golden Retrievers, and Beagles. Many people don’t know that the term “bully breed” refers to more than forty breeds that hail from the same root breed. The history of the Pit Bull goes back to about the nineteenth century, during that time they were used to protect livestock, families, and even children as nannies (the Canine Journal). Today Pit Bulls are used as therapy dogs, police dogs, and of course a simple companion. Many myths about pit bulls circulate, which scares society into believing that they are dangerous to us and our families the question of banning Pit Bulls has been hotly discussed around the world, but banning Pit Bulls will not stop illegal breeding, fighting and distribution of Pit Bulls, other dogs from biting, and the problem will grow. The question of whether or not Pit Bulls should be banned is a hot topic in recent society, but the real question is should Pit Bulls be punished for the actions of their owners, or should laws be enforced at a higher degree.

People should be allowed to own pit bulls as pets because they’re not bad dogs. They’re only aggressive and mean if you train them to be mean. Dogs don’t have a conscience so they can’t be “bad”. It takes a lot of attention to take care of a pit. The need 30-45 minutes of exercise per day. Pit bulls were used for fighting and some as bait. In the early 20th century pit bulls used to be the #1 family dog. Pit bulls are not a bad breed of dogs\. They Are only aggressive if they are trained to be a guard dog. Pitbulls are nice dogs if raised correctly. Dogs are seized from dogfighting rings everyday. The shelter Runs different tests to see if they're aggressive of comfortable around people especially kids. If they show no aggression they'll be put up for adoption or they'll euthanize the

Another source states that “One survey says that a history of animal abuse was found in 30 percent of convicted child molesters and 36 percent of domestic violence offenders” (Dopplr). Many people do not value animals as much as humans because animals do not reason, think or feel pain like humans do. “Owners often neglect their pets because they don’t understand their pets’ needs”(American Humane). Animal abuse is not considered a violent crime because animals are considered property, even though animals feel a range of emotions. If the law on animal abuse was changed to a harsher punishment, people might then be less likely to commit the crime. People abuse animals generally because they are angry or seek the attention of their fellow peers. Dogs are the animals that suffer the most abuse because they are ferocious and people like to fight them for money. “From ` fighting to the general neglect just mentioned, approximately 64 percent of reported cruelty involves dogs” (Benthem). Sometimes animal abuse is not always reported for the reason that people are scared to act upon it. Abuse does not have to be physical harm it can also be when animals have inadequate food or water or left out in harsh environments. Many people do not realize that they are abusing the animal by not having enough food or water. There are restrictions on

Across the world people abuse animals for sport, gambling, and pure exploitation like dog fighting, cock fighting, and breeding dogs just to be able to sell them to places such as shady pet stores and such. Dog fighting is a very lucrative illegal activity that goes largely unpunished these people take poor dogs and inbreed them with their moms, dads, and siblings to be able to create the perfect fighting dog that can make them loads of money. Some other things these groups do include giving them drugs that induce rage and make them even more lethal. These sorts of activities give other breeds such as pit bulls bad reputation; any dog regardless of type can be prone to violence, especially due to birth defects to inbreeding. In other parts

Shelters put down pit bulls every day, thousands of them, because the media has deemed them vicious. Shelters believe that no one would want such a monster, so why should they keep them when that space could be used for a better dog? Animal violence in general is unacceptable, and we should not blame any animal more than another for protecting themselves.

The people know about Michael Vick that he was the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles and played for 13 seasons in the National Football League (But there is another story that Michael Vick has been involved in dog fights and went to prison for the actions that committed).That does not cover on what had happened to the dogs,Donna Reynold’s had said in details that the swimming pool was used for kill some of the dogs as she continues,the people did not know how many suffered the permitted murder,but the damage of pool walls tells a story. Michael Vick did not just put dogs to fight, but he would hang, drown, shoot, repeatedly slamming their head and spine into the ground

Every pet owner has that horrible moment when they accidently step on their dog’s paw or cat’s tail. The dog will whimper and cower like it is asking what it did wrong; while the cat will hiss and hide for awhile. Most people will momentarily hate themselves for hurting their beloved pet, but there are people in the world that harm their pet intentionally. These people will torture animals for fun and have no regret or buy a pet and neglect the animal. If caught these animal abusers are given a slap on the wrist and on severe cases given a short jail sentence. Animal abuse should be considered a felony rather than a misdemeanor.

If you raise a dog With whips and chains, of course they're going to be mean and bite. But that is, the owners fault, not the dogs!!! Besides pit bulls aren’t the only dogs that kill there are many dogs that have taken life’s, and you’re just going to get this one dog? Now look I don’t mean take all the dogs out of the U.S.A, I’m simply stating that there are other dogs that hurt to not just one type of dog. Where do the Pit bull’s go? Do you have a certain place for them to go or are you just going, to let the wonder the streets and, possibly letting them get shot by other people? Put yourself in the dog’s shoes, would you like it to be illegal to have a home? To have it illegal to live your life? How would you feel? Pit bulls are the target of breed-specific legislation for years now. Despite proof saying such laws do not stop the

Numerous people misunderstand the way pit bulls react to situations, or why this breed in particular remains regarded the way they do. Pits remain seen as extremely vicious animals that hold no other purpose in this world other than hurting people and animals. Countless people discriminate the breed for what they hear from others or what they witness on television, but that simply is not the case. Many people have not even seen the loving, caring and compassionate side of a pit bull, yet the fact of the matter remains, no one wants to due to the public continuously giving them an immoral reputation. Pit bulls should be allowed as pets as long as the owner possesses the proper experience with larger breeds of dogs and understand how to handle an overactive and playful type of dog.

The abuse of pit bulls drew national attention in 2007. “Over 30 breeds of dogs are responsible for over 500 fatal attacks in the past 30 years”. It wasn’t just pit bulls. “All dogs defend territory, they exhibit dominance and if allowed can become protective of their family.” “Aggressiveness has many definitions and its stimulus of the environment that causes behavior problems.” Some cities and towns have banned pit bulls. Some people believe no one should own pit bulls and “the world would be a better place without them”. These people are trying to destroy the breed through “fear tactics, half truths, and lies.” Other people believe pit bulls belong in any dog loving home and can and should be in public eye. Many people don’t have a clear understanding of pit bulls. In that case when the owners have negative effects on the dog because they are a lot more work than expected. Ending in many of the dogs living in shelters. People get pit bulls and fail to give them the outlets they need turn them into “loaded weapons.” Some outstanding qualities can be challenging for people who don’t have a lot of experience with dog ownership or have limited understanding of the pit bull. “It is man who is responsible for the dog’s behavior, not the breed of the dog.” “It is man who is responsible for the dog’s behavior, not the breed of the dog.” It’s up to people who allow their dogs to become dangerous and determine whether they will be useful members of a community or a

Not only are the dogs’ notoriety hurt, but their physical and emotional well-being is harmed too. While walking my sister’s pitbulls at a dog park, I saw many people walk away from us or watch the dogs carefully in fear. Also, a few of our guests have expressed their fear of the dogs simply because they were pit bulls. Unfortunately, dogs can sense anxiety and tension; emotional trauma can result from the neglect and lack of attention. According to Judy Cohen and John Richardson, the pit bull has been portrayed as ‘‘the archetype of canine evil, predators of the defenseless. Unpredictable companions that kill and maim without discretion. Walking horror shows bred with an appetite for violence” (285). Also, 65% of people surveyed by Cohen and Richardson also say even pit bulls who seem good-natured can suddenly turn vicious (285). Because of this negative perspective about pit bulls, the dogs’ lives are endangered. Dr. Emily Weiss collected data from a variety of dog shelters and found that pitbulls are the most euthanized breed in shelters. Over 25,000 pitbulls were put to death in 45 shelters in 2014; the next highest euthanized breed was the labrador retriever at only 7,000 dogs. Many people have wrongfully given pit bulls a false reputation because they believe these dogs are naturally cold-hearted, and these poor dogs continue to suffer as a

Our society seems to think one little thing and that’s that! NO ifs ands or buts about it. Which is wrong. I dare every one of you to walk into a shelter or humane society. The main dogs you are going to see in the shelters and humane societies are pit bulls. Pit bulls that were left for dead or just not wanted anymore. Rescues and strays. We put labels on this poor animal just like we do with the people in our lives. Which neither should be done. How can you judge something that can’t tell you how it feels or what it’s been

It is just so disrespectful that people want to ban pit bulls because they can be vicious,at some point the have harmed people,but no they still can be pets. Have you ever heard of pet trainer that help you pet to behave better. Think about losing a man’s,or your best friend. How could people just be like that,”No I don’t want that dog because it bits,harms and maybe can kill people.”My dog bit,scratched me,and even peed on me,maybe you should just ban my dog. Plus maybe the person who gotten attacked before by a pit bull was doing something to it,or maybe it was on an accident.

There are many animals who deal with abuse everyday, and that is not okay. If an animal is neglected or abused the pet will be taken away and the caretaker will be charged $1,500. Animals are very loyal, such as dogs, dogs are one of the most loyal animals you can own. When abused, they don’t know where they went wrong. They only know that you are mad at them. Animals, such as humans, shouldn’t be abused or neglected. Most animals who are abused or neglected are usually abused unintentionally, but the second most are abused on purpose. The people who abuse animals on purpose sometimes deal with mental illnesses, were abused as children, or have a hard time dealing with stress or anger. Animals are just like humans who have been abused. They are usually skittish and shy. People tend to see animals differently than humans, but they are the same in my eyes. For example, if I locked you in my basement, starved, and beat you, I’d be charged with attempted murder and kidnapping. Pets have the same rights as you to live freely, but people don’t see it. You are able to live on your own and take care of yourself, but they

Animal abuse is something that has been around since ancient times. Even Aristotle, in his own way, abused animals. He believed that animals were merely possessions. Aristotle even wrote in his Great Chain of Being how he believed the species on earth were arranged in a hierarchy, with humans being at the top and animals at the bottom, and that those at the bottom were only meant to serve those above them (“Animal Rights”). However, because they believed in the transmigration of the soul between humans and animals, the Pythagoreans and Neo Platonists thought that people should respect animals and their interests. So while many people may not have treated animals