Not sure what to look for to spot potential dogfighting? Below are signs that may indicate dogfighting is happening in your neighborhood:

• A large number of pit bulls being kept in one location, especially multiple dogs who are chained or kenneled and seem unsocialized.
• Dogs with scars on their faces, front legs and stifle area (hind end and thighs).
• Dogfighting training equipment, such as:
  • treadmills used to build dogs' endurance
  • "break sticks" used to pry apart the jaws of dogs locked in battle
  • tires or "springpoles" (usually a large spring with rope attached to either end) hanging from tree limbs 
• Unusual foot traffic coming and going from a location at odd hours.

If you see any of these signs of dogfighting in your community, please contact Animal Services or the Sherriff's Office immediately at any of the numbers listed above.

Tips courtesy of The Humane Society of the United States.

Dogfighting has gained national attention with the horrendous Michael Vick case, and The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has stepped up the ante for citizens who report animal fighting. The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in dogfighting or cockfighting.

For more information about how to receive finanical rewards when you help put a stop to animal cruelty, visit HSUS Reward Program.