ANSC 250 Lecture Notes - Lecture 17: Norm (Social), Michael Vick, Lost Dogs
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Crossed with smaller terriers to make them more agile bull and terrier . Results in many diferent breed types being formed. Not all dogs were intended for ighing. Dogs brought to the us shortly ater the civil war. Henry bergh outlawed all forms of animal ighing in new york state. Sill grew in popularity in early 20th century. *the american watchdog picture (usn blue hat on dog) were not looking for trouble but were ready for it. Modern dog fighing: mostly underground throughout much of the 20th century. Types of dog fighters: street level: newer style, occurs at street corners and informal places. Types of dog fighters: hobbyist level: more organized, may use rules. Several ights per year: mainly entertainment - some money may be made (not essenial purpose to make money) Beter standards of care, more atenion to breeding. Large number of animals owned: main income source breeding and ighing. Regularly kill animals that are not ighing well enough.