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kirstin · 08-05-2007, 09:00 AM

PETA Urges Vick to be Suspended without Pay

August 2, 2007

PETA is urging people to come forward and sign a petition on their site. The report on their site:
After receiving tens of thousands of emails from compassionate people who were outraged over the horrific allegations of Michael Vick’s involvement in dogfighting rings, Nike has suspended Michael Vick’s contract without pay pending the outcome of the trial! Reebok and the NFL have also pulled Vick-related items. Thank you to everyone who took action on this issue!

daso · 08-05-2007, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by kirstin

PETA Urges Vick to be Suspended without Pay

August 2, 2007

PETA is urging people to come forward and sign a petition on their site. The report on their site:
After receiving tens of thousands of emails from compassionate people who were outraged over the horrific allegations of Michael Vick’s involvement in dogfighting rings, Nike has suspended Michael Vick’s contract without pay pending the outcome of the trial! Reebok and the NFL have also pulled Vick-related items. Thank you to everyone who took action on this issue!

dont get me wrong its a horrible thing. But I think its even more horrible that everyone treated Vick this way before he even went to trial. These PETA groups and other organizations have no right and even nike for that matter to discriminate against him. Not sure if he was found guilty yet but if so he should serve his time and or pay the fine. But to say this man should no longer play in the NFL is stupid.

kirstin · 08-05-2007, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by daso

dont get me wrong its a horrible thing. But I think its even more horrible that everyone treated Vick this way before he even went to trial. These PETA groups and other organizations have no right and even nike for that matter to discriminate against him. Not sure if he was found guilty yet but if so he should serve his time and or pay the fine. But to say this man should no longer play in the NFL is stupid.

they said that if he was found not guilty that he could go back to playing.
i'm glad that @$! is getting what he deserves.

kirstin · 08-05-2007, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by kirstin

they said that if he was found not guilty that he could go back to playing.
i'm glad that @$! is getting what he deserves.

although he deserves worse than just not being able to play the stupid game

daso · 08-05-2007, 11:56 AM

you proved my point perfectly. Why are you calling him an a$$ without knowing if he is guilty or not?

Superstarkba · 08-05-2007, 12:32 PM

I live in Georgia, and the UPS guy always comes in telling jokes, well you know what his joke was on Friday?

What shoe company did Michael Vick sign a Contract for?

- Hush puppies, I thought it was funny.

For My Coby · 08-05-2007, 01:48 PM

Innocent until proven guilty.... but everyone is entitled to their "pre-trial" opinion. If Michael Vick is innocent, I'm sorry that he's having to be the poster child for dog-fighting. If he's guilty, he deserves much more than he'll ever get. But I'm just happy that it's getting so much press! And that the animal lovers voices are being heard. The whole thing makes me sick.

My PERSONAL opinion. To whatever extent he was involved, I do not believe that he knew nothing of what was going on.........

jp4m2 · 08-05-2007, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by daso

dont get me wrong its a horrible thing. But I think its even more horrible that everyone treated Vick this way before he even went to trial. These PETA groups and other organizations have no right and even nike for that matter to discriminate against him. Not sure if he was found guilty yet but if so he should serve his time and or pay the fine. But to say this man should no longer play in the NFL is stupid.

I'm not sure what type of discrimination your referring to....but some celeb's and sports figures are now having " conduct clauses" put in their contracts so they can be let go if their behavior puts a company or organization at risk ....I don't know if he has one or not but that could be a reason he was let go before trial...if that's the case then it is not discrimination it would be their legal right to protect their assets and reputation....just another p.o.v

Nomiland · 08-05-2007, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by daso

dont get me wrong its a horrible thing. But I think its even more horrible that everyone treated Vick this way before he even went to trial. These PETA groups and other organizations have no right and even nike for that matter to discriminate against him. Not sure if he was found guilty yet but if so he should serve his time and or pay the fine. But to say this man should no longer play in the NFL is stupid.

I do agree that we tend to publicly convict people in this country before they are given a fair trail. That within itself is a horrible injustice. However I am with others in saying that if he did know anything about what was going on, he should be prosecuted along with everyone else who was involved.

Felina · 08-05-2007, 02:52 PM

Anyone believe he didn't know a thing about dog fighting going on at his estate he bought with a kennel on it??

If so, I got a bridge for sale for you in Brooklyn .....

Maddie-Rudy-Mom · 08-05-2007, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Felina

Anyone believe he didn't know a thing about dog fighting going on at his estate he bought with a kennel on it??

If so, I got a bridge for sale for you in Brooklyn .....

MyFairLacy · 08-05-2007, 04:30 PM

Oh come on..everyone including himself knows he is guilty and he deserves everything he gets. I hope he gets jail time and is never allowed to play for the NFL again. Dog Fighting is a pretty big common among NFL athletes and the NFL really needs to take a stand against it.

For My Coby · 08-05-2007, 04:38 PM

I know that Cesar Milan has stepped in before to offer to work with some of the dogs in cases like this. This is pretty high profile - I wonder if he will offer this time.

I try to be fair, but I can't even wrap my mind around how anybody gets off on this!!

I wondered about others in the NFL.... it would be hard to hang out with other NFL players and answer the question "so, what did you do on your day off?" and be able to keep it a secret. I hadn't heard much about it being common in the NFL, but if it is...... it's a HUGE black eye for the sport..... not even comparable to cheating or steroids.

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 04:52 PM

I'm SUPER Glad this is getting so much media attention - It can only help all the other poor dogs out there who are being tortured for these JERKS gambling habits -

The FEDERAL Government doesn't get involved unless they've got about a 99% chance of convicting - For anyone to think Vick had no idea this was going on - look at the overwhelming evidence - They have witnesses who said he was the biggest better at dog fights - They have witnesses who SAW him electrocute a dog - he had a training area & kennels set up at his freakin HOUSE- and they found dead dogs buried all over - not to mention the dogs they rescued who were ALL TORN UP -

yes - I'd say he was very guilty and I hope his charges bring the law down on ALL dog fighting -

If people want or need to bet on something - they can take their butts to VEGAS ...play polker - dominos - hopscotch - who cares

....but leave these poor dogs alone.

diggy4 · 08-05-2007, 05:13 PM

whether or not he knew, (which he DID) it was happening on his property, if you cannot control your own property then get a smaller one. Wouldn't you know if this was going on at your estate??? Common....he is guilty by association, he was there, it was on his property, he KNEW! Its not like it wa 2-3 dogs....40+ what the hell else do you have 40+ fighting dogs for????? Or let me guess, he was a breeder??? NOT! He was a dog fighter and that's that.

08-05-2007, 09:00 AM	#1
kirstin No Longer a Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 108	Michael Vick news PETA Urges Vick to be Suspended without Pay August 2, 2007 PETA is urging people to come forward and sign a petition on their site. The report on their site: After receiving tens of thousands of emails from compassionate people who were outraged over the horrific allegations of Michael Vick’s involvement in dogfighting rings, Nike has suspended Michael Vick’s contract without pay pending the outcome of the trial! Reebok and the NFL have also pulled Vick-related items. Thank you to everyone who took action on this issue! Last edited by kirstin; 08-05-2007 at 09:02 AM. Reason: font issues

08-05-2007, 01:48 PM	#7
For My Coby Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,139	Innocent until proven guilty.... but everyone is entitled to their "pre-trial" opinion. If Michael Vick is innocent, I'm sorry that he's having to be the poster child for dog-fighting. If he's guilty, he deserves much more than he'll ever get. But I'm just happy that it's getting so much press! And that the animal lovers voices are being heard. The whole thing makes me sick. My PERSONAL opinion. To whatever extent he was involved, I do not believe that he knew nothing of what was going on......... __________________ Diane, and my boys ..... Coby and Reggie !! Striving to be a YTPP - a YT Positive Poster! In Memory of My Beautiful Mother 7/22/28-8/27/08

08-05-2007, 02:52 PM	#10
Felina Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 328	Anyone believe he didn't know a thing about dog fighting going on at his estate he bought with a kennel on it?? If so, I got a bridge for sale for you in Brooklyn ..... __________________ Toby, Shelby Rose, Kasey & Oliver's Mom

08-05-2007, 04:30 PM	#12
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Oh come on..everyone including himself knows he is guilty and he deserves everything he gets. I hope he gets jail time and is never allowed to play for the NFL again. Dog Fighting is a pretty big common among NFL athletes and the NFL really needs to take a stand against it. __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

08-05-2007, 04:38 PM	#13
For My Coby Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,139	I know that Cesar Milan has stepped in before to offer to work with some of the dogs in cases like this. This is pretty high profile - I wonder if he will offer this time. I try to be fair, but I can't even wrap my mind around how anybody gets off on this!! I wondered about others in the NFL.... it would be hard to hang out with other NFL players and answer the question "so, what did you do on your day off?" and be able to keep it a secret. I hadn't heard much about it being common in the NFL, but if it is...... it's a HUGE black eye for the sport..... not even comparable to cheating or steroids. __________________ Diane, and my boys ..... Coby and Reggie !! Striving to be a YTPP - a YT Positive Poster! In Memory of My Beautiful Mother 7/22/28-8/27/08

08-05-2007, 11:56 AM	#5
daso Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2007 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 105	you proved my point perfectly. Why are you calling him an a$$ without knowing if he is guilty or not?

08-05-2007, 12:32 PM	#6
Superstarkba Aubrey's Mom Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 9,369	I live in Georgia, and the UPS guy always comes in telling jokes, well you know what his joke was on Friday? What shoe company did Michael Vick sign a Contract for? - Hush puppies, I thought it was funny.

08-05-2007, 04:52 PM	#14
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	I'm SUPER Glad this is getting so much media attention - It can only help all the other poor dogs out there who are being tortured for these JERKS gambling habits - The FEDERAL Government doesn't get involved unless they've got about a 99% chance of convicting - For anyone to think Vick had no idea this was going on - look at the overwhelming evidence - They have witnesses who said he was the biggest better at dog fights - They have witnesses who SAW him electrocute a dog - he had a training area & kennels set up at his freakin HOUSE- and they found dead dogs buried all over - not to mention the dogs they rescued who were ALL TORN UP - yes - I'd say he was very guilty and I hope his charges bring the law down on ALL dog fighting - If people want or need to bet on something - they can take their butts to VEGAS ...play polker - dominos - hopscotch - who cares ....but leave these poor dogs alone. __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE! Last edited by red98vett; 08-05-2007 at 04:53 PM. Reason: spelt HOPSCOTCH wrong LOL

08-05-2007, 05:13 PM	#15
diggy4 Bella Boo & Diggy Too! Donating GS Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Detroit Posts: 6,156 Blog Entries: 5	Imo whether or not he knew, (which he DID) it was happening on his property, if you cannot control your own property then get a smaller one. Wouldn't you know if this was going on at your estate??? Common....he is guilty by association, he was there, it was on his property, he KNEW! Its not like it wa 2-3 dogs....40+ what the hell else do you have 40+ fighting dogs for????? Or let me guess, he was a breeder??? NOT! He was a dog fighter and that's that. __________________ ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN