Pit Bull Attack 1 Year Old

The Baltimore Sun ran a story today about a Pit Bull attacking a 1 year old in his home. The family claims the dog had never shown any signs of aggression until the attack.

The dogs owner, Kenneth Garrison, said he had owned four pit bulls previously and that none of them was vicious. He had assumed ownership of the dog from a cousin who died last month.

When seeing the dog attacking he grabbed the dog by its neck and fought with it for about 10 minutes. Garrison said he wrestled the dog into the kitchen, where it remained while the rest of the family rushed out a back door. He eventually left the dog in the house to attend to his child.

Authorities later arrived and Tasered the dog where he was then taken to a shelter. The next day, the Garrisons signed papers to have him euthanized.

Dog On Death Row

I came across this story of a Red Nose Bulldog on doggie death row. I felt sorry for the dog and it's owner so I thought I would post on it.

It appears the dog named "Duke" faces canine capital punishment for allegedly attacking a neighbor's dog and horse four years ago. The 5-year-old terrier has spent most his life locked up.

The Smithtown animal law attorney argued for Duke's release Friday morning in a state appeals court but the judges must be convinced that Duke is the victim of mistaken identity or wrongly sentenced under a law that did not exist at the time of the attacks.

He is getting a little public support. The hearing, and a news conference held outside the courthouse, attracted about a dozen supporters of Duke, including former Islip animal shelter supervisor Matt Caracciolo, who said Duke poses no threat to either animals or people.

You can read the full story here

I think people should write in asking for the release of Duke!