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Dogs with heavy chains around their neck.
Heavy chains around a dog’s neck indicate that it
may be in training to be used as a fighting dog. |
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Scars. Dogs with an unusual amount
of scars, particularly scars shaped like puncture wounds
and/or tears, have probably been fighting. |
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Staked out dogs. Dogs staked out separately
or kept in cages in backyards or basements are probably
being used for fighting. |
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Treadmills, hanging ropes, and
other forms of training equipment. Training equipment
comes in many forms. A few common ones are: |
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old fashioned treadmills (generally non-electronic,
with slats) |
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Ropes or chains hanging from a tree branch, ceiling,
or some other high place with a tire, or rubber piece
attached. Dogs are taught to bite and hang from these
devices as a way to build up jaw strength. |
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