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201244 min0documentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Death Row Dogs

201244 min0documentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

More than 100 dog attacks on humans are reported each year, prompting law enforcement to confront the illegal dog fighting rings behind the violence.

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More than 100 dog attacks on humans are reported each year, prompting law enforcement to confront the illegal dog fighting rings behind the violence.

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Jon Alwendirector

Steven Mackintosh

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Jon Alwen's *Death Row Dogs* presents a stark view of the illegal dog fighting industry. It features law enforcement agencies working to dismantle these operations and reduce the rising number of dog attacks on humans. The film includes interviews with police officers and footage from fighting rings, revealing the brutality involved. It also addresses the societal issues surrounding dangerous dogs and the responsibilities of owners. The documentary runs for 44 minutes and was released in 2012.

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