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19/06/2007
Illegal dogs found in County Down
Nine pit bull terriers have been seized by the USPCA during a raid in County Down in an operation with the PSNI and Banbridge Council.
The animals were found in the Katesbridge area near Newry yesterday afternoon after animal welfare officials and police carried out the raid.
A number of other items were also seized, including a combat ring, training equipment and a supply of steroids which could be used to heighten aggression in dogs.
The dogs also had scars on their faces.
(JM/KMcA)
The animals were found in the Katesbridge area near Newry yesterday afternoon after animal welfare officials and police carried out the raid.
A number of other items were also seized, including a combat ring, training equipment and a supply of steroids which could be used to heighten aggression in dogs.
The dogs also had scars on their faces.
(JM/KMcA)
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