A bait dog is an animal that is cruelly used as a “practice target” in dog fights. People will encourage fighting dogs to attack the bait dog, which is usually a smaller, weaker animal such as a puppy. The bait dog is usually kept chained or confined in a small area, and is not given any chance to escape the attack of the game dogs. The purpose of using a bait dog is to condition the game dogs to fight and to test their instinct to kill.
What are the signs of a bait dog?
The term ‘bait’ dog is used to label dogs that have any types of bite marks or scars. Some common signs of a bait dog include: weakness and lethargy, breathing difficulty, pale bleeding gums or a bloody nose, bruising or lumps, and strange, repetitive behaviors such as hoarding, digging deep holes, compulsive sucking on pillows, and circling. Additionally, bait dogs may also have their ears cropped and tails docked by dogfighters.
What is meant by a bait dog?
A bait dog is a dog that is used to test another dog’s fighting instinct. The “bait” is mauled or killed in the process. Bait animals are used for training, to test another dog’s fighting instinct. Larger dogs are also used as bait, except their mouths are often duct taped shut so they cannot fight back. The use of bait animals for the purpose of training dogs to kill is the accepted practice among those in this cruel and illegal blood sport.
What dogs are usually used as bait dogs?
Bait animals are usually small dogs, puppies, or disabled animals, such as those with broken legs or tails. They are often used to test the fighting ability of another dog in dog fighting rings. Commonly used bait animals include small breeds such as toy poodles, chihuahuas, terriers, and small mixed breeds.
Why do people dog bait?
Dog baiting is a cruel practice where dogs are used as bait for other dogs in order to train them for dog fighting. This practice is especially common among those who are involved in organized dog fighting. Dog baiting is considered a cruel and inhumane form of animal cruelty, as innocent animals are used as prey for more aggressive dogs. The dogs used as bait are often physically abused and neglected, and can suffer from severe injuries or even death as a result of the baiting. Dog baiting is illegal in most countries, and is a punishable offense.