

The tremendous support and encouragement from the public and animals lovers nationwide is appreciated. " We will do everything in our power to ensure that those responsible for these horrendously violent crimes receive the maximum penalty available under the law." The NSPCA commits themselves to ensuring that justice is served for these dogs, only one of which was able to be saved. Their unspeakable cruelty has resulted in extreme physical suffering, mental abuse and loss of life. The NSPCA is sickened by the heartlessness of the individuals who have utilised these animals in this horrific blood sport to feed their egos and enrich themselves financially. The actions of the people involved resulted in extreme abuse and they are saddened that eight of the remaining dogs removed during the NSPCA dog fighting bust last week Sunday, had to be euthanased by a veterinarian due to the seriousness and extent of their injuries and suffering.

Insecurity can bring out a very dangerous side in people, which is why its so important for us to bless each other, especially our friends and family - all the time with good mental and physical health. The winning dogs generally provide the owner with huge payouts, and they also get these dogs to breed puppies which they charge fortunes for per puppy. This is then fueled by their inability to earn an income, so they resort to crime and easy money by gambling with their pets who fight to death. We at .za believe dog fighting is practiced by insecure individuals who need to show their manliness by the size and aggression of their dogs. The NSPCA South Africa applauds the decision made by the courts on 11 November 2013 to deny bail to the suspects being detained in connection with dog fighting charges.
