WHAT IS A BAIT DOG?

What is a bait dog? Many of you will be shocked to know after knowing something like this exists in today’s world. We think everything is perfect, and every animal is getting its right to live with its owner, but unfortunately, that is not the case; you will get to know it too, as here today, we will let you know what bait dog is.

WHAT IS A BAIT DOG?

A bait dog is a type of dog that dogfighters used to train their game dogs for a fight without letting their game dog get hurt in this practice process. Dogfighters use this bait dog only after ensuring they won’t be able to harm the game dog to make sure these dogfighters close the bait dog’s mouth by using duct tape or by dislocating their jaws, so the bait dog won’t be able to fight back. 

As per some reports, dogfighters also use these bait dogs after tying them with a pole, so the bait dog won’t be able to move, and to make these game dogs compete, they often use more than two dogs to make them more aggressive towards their single opponent.

After going through this abuse, most bait dogs are left to die, and eventually, they do after experiencing this immense level of pain and trauma. If, by chance, any dog who survives this nightmare is wounded for life, both emotionally and physically. 

What type of dog is used as bait dogs?

The next dog could be yours, as these dogfighters can take your dog with them while your beloved pet is playing next to your garden or while your pet is playing in the park.

In terms of dog training, there are no established rules; they prefer Pitbulls who are generally weak or someone who is not able to win a fight, but they are using any type of dog they get their hands-on; according to some reports, after raiding these fighting pits, they have rescued almost all types of dogs which includes Golden retriever, German shepherd, Chows and many other breeds.

In choosing the bait dogs, it is the only goal to make their game dog practice as much as possible, so they are prepared to win a fight for them in a pit if a fight ever happens. 

Can bait dogs be rehabilitated?

Yes, these dogs are currently rehabilitating in different houses. So it is possible to make them recover and turn them into a perfect pet for your home and your family. Obviously, the dog will need some time to recover from all of those injuries and a nightmare. But Gradually you will see it can be your best friend you never have.

Whenever we listen to the word bait dog, we are constantly reminded of the name oogy, the dog only a family could love who was miraculously rescued by a team from a fighting pit after he was left to die in its own blood. He was severely injured, and one day, a family adopted this dog from a vet’s office and made him feel like the luckiest dog in the world by giving him all the attention, hugs and kisses he needs to recover.

The story of oogy is motivating. And it encouraged many of us to adopt and welcome these former bait dogs in their homes and lives.

CONCLUSION

We have highlighted who the bait dog is as well as the kind of nightmare they go through in their lives here in this article.

There are dogfighters who are always on the look-out for more dogs to catch, so you need to take all precautions to make sure your dog is not caught in one of their traps.

As we have also told you, we would like to share with you the inspiring story of oogy and how you can also help these former bait dogs to improve their lives and to make them forget about the nightmare they had to go through.

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in adopting or welcoming a bait dog into your home. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. How else are you willing to help them gain the things they are missing.

You can read my other article, How To Train an Aggressive Dog: A Complete Guide.