http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2010301280028
From the Lansing State Journal January 29, 2010:
DETROIT — Charlie is described as friendly and playful. Pretty Lady is, too.
But unless a judge comes up with a different plan, they and two dozen other pit bulls likely will be euthanized as federal authorities close a dogfighting case in southeastern Michigan.
The U.S. attorney’s office says Michigan law prevents people from adopting animals used for fighting, even offspring who didn’t fight.
Federal law “requires us to respect state statutes,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Philip Ross said.
Three men from Lenawee and Huron counties pleaded guilty last year to dogfighting crimes and await sentencing. More than 40 dogs, including some who were chained to barrels, were seized last summer. Some have died.
Ross, citing the Michigan law, has asked U.S. District Judge David Lawson to allow the remaining dogs to be killed, including at least eight puppies. Many would otherwise be considered candidates for adoption under certain conditions. A court hearing is set for Feb. 10.
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Can anyone help this poor puppies?
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