Shocking Statisitcs

• Dogfighting was banned in Afghanistan under the Taliban but is now a popular spectator sport.
• 65% of people charged with animal abuse/dogfighting were charged with crimes against people.
• Studies show around 250,000 dogs are placed in rings aroud the country and at least 16,000 or more die each year.
• Because fight dogs have been bred to attack and kill other dogs, almost all of them are euthanized. 
• An estimated 40,000 people in the United States are involved in professional dogfighting.
• There has been a 400 percent surge in dog-fighting in the UK in last three years.