Michael Vicks Dogs - One Year Later - Page 2

wendybeth · 07-07-2008, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Pit Bulls don't bit any more often than many other dogs. It's just when they do, it is more dangerous because of the strong jaws.

My MIL's ex used to raise pits- she remembers they always had sticks especially made to pry the dog's jaws open should they lock up when they bit. They can be more dangerous than other breeds because of the damage they do, but if one knows what they're doing and raises them in a calm, loving environment they can be pretty cool little guys. I've known more than a few people who had pitbulls and never had a problem with them, ever.

Kevy Baby · 07-07-2008, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Pit Bulls don't bit any more often than many other dogs. It's just when they do, it is more dangerous because of the strong jaws.

Same story with Rottweilers. We would love to get one (when we have space for it), but probably won't for liability reasons.

So I guess I will just have to get a Pug

Cadaverous Pallor · 07-07-2008, 06:43 PM

I didn't read the story earlier but got to it later, and I'm glad I did. It's incredible that they were able to save nearly all of them. Hell of a story. I hope it goes a long way towards a reformation of the pit bull reputation.

Gemini Cricket · 07-07-2008, 08:19 PM

Whatever became of that f*ckstick Vick?
Did he go to jail?

Kevy Baby · 07-07-2008, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Gemini Cricket

Whatever became of that f*ckstick Vick?
Did he go to jail?

From Wikipedia

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In 2007, a U.S. federal district court convicted him and several co-defendants of criminal conspiracy resulting from felonious dog fighting and sentenced him to serve a 23 month prison sentence. He is being held in the United States Penitentiary at Leavenworth, Kansas. Vick is also under indictment for two related Virginia state felony charges for his role in the dogfighting ring and related gambling activity. His state trial has now been delayed until he is released from federal prison, and he faces a maximum 10 year state prison term if convicted on both counts.

Kevy Baby · 07-08-2008, 08:04 AM

And he has announced that he is filing for bankruptcy:

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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Imprisoned quarterback Michael Vick filed for bankruptcy protection while serving time for federal dogfighting charges, saying he owes between $10 million and $50 million to creditors.

Vick filed Chapter 11 papers in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Newport News on Monday. The seven largest creditors listed in the court papers are owed a total of about $12.8 million.

Kels · 07-08-2008, 06:52 PM

Great article! I'm very happy to see that so many of these four-legged friends were able to find happier lives.

Our Humane Society rehomes a lot of pit-bull's. I would venture to say that about 60-70 of all dogs in the adoption center are pit-bull's most of the time.

Some of the sweetest pups I've had the priveldge of knowing at the HS have been "bullies".

kels.

scaeagles · 08-17-2008, 12:10 PM

I realize many here will say "who the hell cares??? He deserves it!", but this is sad. So many people took advantage of him when they saw his financial potential that he will have literally nothing when he gets out. Granted, he does deserves the fines he received, but these people who took advantage of his youth and lack of knowledge are reprehensible.

Strangler Lewis · 08-17-2008, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Pit Bulls don't bit any more often than many other dogs. It's just when they do, it is more dangerous because of the strong jaws.

That's a big "just." Plus, I don't buy it. How many dogs do you have to worry about murdering you when they're in heat and around a mate? As with that poor kid who was killed in San Francisco.

I view pit bulls the same way I view certain types of firearms. You can talk all you want about training and responsibility, but the fact remains that these things exist because of their appeal to a certain type of irresponsible, violence loving person. The stupidest things I've ever heard human beings utter have been uttered by pit bull owners after their dog had mauled somebody. If all the pit bulls in the world were neutered and spayed, I would view it as no great loss.

lashbear · 08-17-2008, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by wendybeth

People ask me if our dogs bite, and I tell them they never have- but that doesn't mean they never will.

Ummm.... Do your dogs like Aussies ???? *gulp*

07-07-2008, 06:43 PM	#13
Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	I didn't read the story earlier but got to it later, and I'm glad I did. It's incredible that they were able to save nearly all of them. Hell of a story. I hope it goes a long way towards a reformation of the pit bull reputation. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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Gemini Cricket ... Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 13,244	Whatever became of that f*ckstick Vick? Did he go to jail?
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Kels isn't listening right now. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: 1,004 miles - about 15 hours 23 minutes Posts: 112	Great article! I'm very happy to see that so many of these four-legged friends were able to find happier lives. Our Humane Society rehomes a lot of pit-bull's. I would venture to say that about 60-70 of all dogs in the adoption center are pit-bull's most of the time. Some of the sweetest pups I've had the priveldge of knowing at the HS have been "bullies". kels. __________________ "...she's very sparkly, like a holiday"
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08-17-2008, 12:10 PM	#18
scaeagles I LIKE! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,819	I realize many here will say "who the hell cares??? He deserves it!", but this is sad. So many people took advantage of him when they saw his financial potential that he will have literally nothing when he gets out. Granted, he does deserves the fines he received, but these people who took advantage of his youth and lack of knowledge are reprehensible.
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