Dogs with puncture wounds and lacerations, recent or long-standing wounds and abscesses, scars on the head, throat, legs, and ears.
Bars and bite sticks of varying lengths that are used to pry open the dog's jaws.
Treadmills.
Chains, ropes or spring poles hanging from beams or trees.
Dogs tethered with thick chains. Dogs wearing wide collars with weighted rings.
A person who seems to go through a lot of different animals.
Surgical needles, steroids, saline solution, vitamins, drugs and vetrinary supplies.
Groups of people of all ages, some with dogs, coming and going to a particular site, such as a basement, garage, or warehouse. barns and any secluded spot inrural areas can be used for animal fighting.
Animal fighting is illegal in all 50 states. You can help us put an end to this horrifying blood sport by donating your time, talent or dollars. Help us expand our campaign to reach more people and most importantly report any possible animal fighting by calling or sending an email. If you see a fight in progress call 911 immediately. Up to a $5000 reward is possible if your tip leads to an arrest and conviction and reporting animal fighting will reduce violence and illegal activities in your neighborhood.
IC 35-46-3-8 Purchase or possession of animals for fighting contests Sec. 8. A person who knowingly or intentionally purchases or possesses an animal for the purpose of using the animal in an animal fighting contest commits a Class D felony. As added by P.L.193-1987, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.171-2007, SEC.9.
IC 35-46-3-8.5 Possession of animal fighting paraphernalia Sec. 8.5. A person who knowingly or intentionally possesses animal fighting paraphernalia with the intent to commit a violation of IC 35-46-3-9 commits possession of animal fighting paraphernalia, a Class B misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Class A misdemeanor if the person has a prior unrelated conviction under this section. As added by P.L.76-2002, SEC.4.
IC 35-46-3-9 Promotion, use of animals, or attendance with animal at animal fighting contest Sec. 9. A person who knowingly or intentionally: (1) promotes or stages an animal fighting contest; (2) uses an animal in a fighting contest; or (3) attends an animal fighting contest having an animal in the person's possession; commits a Class D felony. As added by P.L.193-1987, SEC.12.
