Mauled dogs indicate organised fights
Authorities suspect organised dog fighting could be alive and well in west Auckland.
But proving it is difficult.
Waitakere Animal Welfare manager Neil Wells says staff have picked up a number of dogs with serious injuries indicating they may have been used in fights. Yet no one has ever been prosecuted.
Dog fighting is often linked to gangs and Mr Wells says it’s difficult to get enough evidence to proceed with court action.
He says his staff have dealt with up to four cases over the past year that may be linked to organised fighting. MORE>>
But proving it is difficult.
Waitakere Animal Welfare manager Neil Wells says staff have picked up a number of dogs with serious injuries indicating they may have been used in fights. Yet no one has ever been prosecuted.
Dog fighting is often linked to gangs and Mr Wells says it’s difficult to get enough evidence to proceed with court action.
He says his staff have dealt with up to four cases over the past year that may be linked to organised fighting. MORE>>
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