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Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

Passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere, it's my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Andrea Rosebrock
Andrea has come onboard FTLTD to help out by contributing some stories and following-up with her "Justice Round-Up" series.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that. Please, won't you help me!

How’s Trooper? Update on Abused Dumpster Pitbull

By Admin - Deanna, on October 2nd, 2009 |

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I still get many questions about how Trooper’s doing. You remember Trooper, the pitbull girl that was found tossed in a dumpster, wrapped in a garbage bag in Washington DC, an apparant victim of dogfighting? Well, she’s recovered from her injuries, physically anyway. She’ll have some scarring but she’s doing quite well. Another story is [...]

Nike Signs Michael Vick… Again? – Action Alert

By Admin - Deanna, on September 30th, 2009 |

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UPDATE 10/1/09 – Nike Issues Statement Denying Signing Vick!

After losing a reported $1.5 million when they dumped Michael Vick after he pleaded guilty to his connection to his dogfighting ring in 2007, it’s been reported today that Nike signed an endorsement deal with Michael Vick… again by several news sources.

“Mike has had a [...]

Charges Upgraded for One Suspect in IL Dogfighting Ring

By Admin - Deanna, on September 26th, 2009 |

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When I first did the story about the dogfighting ring that was uncovered at a home day care center in Maywood, IL, I was surprised that one of the suspects was only charged with a misdemeanor. Martez Anderson, 38, who kept the fighting dogs at his house, was charged with being a felon in possession [...]

Dogfighting Ring Bust at Home Day Care Center – VIDEO

By Admin - Deanna, on September 24th, 2009 |

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Charles Sutton

Lance Webb

Martez Anderson

UPDATE 9/26/09 – Charges Upgraded for One Suspect in IL Dogfighting Ring

A home day care center at 2101 S. Third Ave in Maywood, IL, was the scene of a gruesome dogfighting ring bust yesterday. Scarred, injured dogs and puppies, equipment, and a bloody garage were found. [...]

Five Sacks for Every Sack, Gotta Love it!! And More on Vick

By Admin - Deanna, on September 10th, 2009 |

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Since Michael Vick, dog killer and convicted felon was reinstated to the NFL and signed by the Eagles, peoples’ reactions have ranged from anger and outrage to the “get over it” and “he’s paid his dues” attitudes. Many people want to just forget and move on and even now the outrage is dying down as [...]

WARNING – Dog Fighters Posing as Rescue, Older Ladies Involved

By Admin - Deanna, on August 28th, 2009 |

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I don’t generally post DNA or such but I received this today and know that a lot of people involved in rescue and transport and people who have friends and associates involved in this read FTLTD and this was too important not to pass on. Although this warning is aimed specifically at certain areas, [...]

About Dogfighting – From Dogs’ Mouths – VIDEO

By Admin - Deanna, on August 26th, 2009 |

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This is a great PSA (public service announcement) on dogfightng from dogs’ points of view. It’s not graphic, quite easy to watch and very to the point. Well worth sharing!

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Dogfighting Ring Busted, Dogs Rescued – VIDEOS

By Admin - Deanna, on August 21st, 2009 |

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More human trash taken down for the vicious and cruel crime of dogfighting and breeding and selling dogs to be involved in this cruel “bloodsport.” Antonio Monds, 31, of Box Springs, GA, has been arrested and charged with one count of animal cruelty for each of the 36 dog that were seized from his property [...]

And the BS Train Rolls On, Talking Micheal Vick, Convicted Felon, Dog Killer – VIDEOS – Call to Action!!

By Admin - Deanna, on August 13th, 2009 |

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Well, unless you’ve been living in a cave somewhere, you know this POS, waste of life is out of prison and was conditionally reinstated to the NFL by Commissioner Roger Goodell. That meant that any team could sign Michael Vick, convicted felon and dog killer, and he would immediately be able to train, [...]

Victim of Dogfighting Tossed in Dumpster Like Trash – VIDEO

By Admin - Deanna, on August 11th, 2009 |

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Update 10/2/09 – How’s Trooper? Update on Abused Dumpster Pitbull

This little pitbull girl, dubbed Trooper by those involved in her rescue, is one of the sad, innocent victims of dogfighting. Found last Friday in a dumpster wrapped in a plastic bag sealed with duct tape, she refused to give up and even severely [...]