8th July 2023
Many thanks to UK Animal Cruelty Files – (UKACF) for posting this article.
Illegal dog fights have soared by almost a half since Covid, fuelled by a sickening stream of online videos.
The RSPCA was called to 330 fights last year compared to 226 in 2019.
And this year numbers are on track to be even higher with 149 savage encounters recorded up to May 2023.
The fights – some reported to be worth up to £50,000 – pit dog against dog until one dies or can no longer fight.
They are said to attract heavy betting and guns and drugs are often found at the secret venues.
Ian Muttitt, a chief inspector with the RSPCA, said research shows a third of 18 to 24-year-olds have watched animal cruelty online.
He added: “Investigators routinely pick up on people viewing and sharing fight material on platforms such as…
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