Saturday, April 30, 2011

Google Glorifies Dog Fighting!

I would like to thank everyone for their well wishes after the loss of my beloved friend.  I am currently working on a post to show my appreciation.
In the meantime an urgent matter has come to my attention.  A matter which requires your assistance if it is to be resolved at all...
The bloody muzzle and cold, calculating eyes of a pit bull stare out from the website for newly released Google Android app "Dog Wars" -- a game that trains people in dog fighting, a murderous sport connected not just with cruelty to animals but also in some cases to drugs, guns and murder.
"Feed, water, train and fight your virtual dog against other players," trumpets the game, which encourages users to "raise your dog to beat the best!"Players are also equipped with a gun for police raids.
Google pulled the application, only to change the name which was in violation of copyright material.  It is now called "KG Dogfighting.
Dog fighting is a felony in all fifty states of the union.
Please let google know this will not be tolerated!
Your voice matters!!!!!!





Please leave your comments at following link:
 http://www.google.com/support/androidmarket/bin/request.py?contact_type=takedown You will need to fill out the boxes as follows: Application Name: * Dog Wars Developer name: * Kage Games LLC Also please e-mail:press@google.com 
Posted by Divine Theatre at 8:04 AM

27 comments:

  1. Mar gar etApril 30, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Thank you for posting the link, and I did register my complaint. Saw this on TV the other day, and remember the case with Michael Vick, and I literally had to change the channel due to the news coverage content. Animal cruelty is beyond description.

    XO
    M

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  2. Richard CottrellApril 30, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Oh Ms. D. Just you against the World. I just posted on that site. I wish I could get these people and make them fight till the death for food and water, it would be not a good enough punishment for there cruel acts. The Lord says we should not hate- But I came close to hate when it comes to animal abuse. I love you and have missed you and thanks for this effort. Your friends, Sissy Dog and Richard

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  3. SilverfiddleApril 30, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    We are a stupid, degraded society. But what do we expect after Grand Theft Auto, where you get points for boosting cars, killing cops and having sex with prostitutes.

    We are a sad, sick people...

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  4. SilverfiddleApril 30, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Oh, and I'm very sorry for your loss. It is never easy and there's no quick way over it.

    God bless you

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  5. Ann from On Sutton PlaceApril 30, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Welcome back...I'm sorry it had to be with such an awful post topic. My mind can't even wrap around the fact that people are cruel to animals. I am just disgusted by the low-lifes who raise dogs to fight. I'm going to the link right now. Thanks for this...~Ann

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  6. Acquired ObjectsApril 30, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    I'm so happy you're back Andie! I just wish it was under better circumstances then dog fighting games. I don't understand adults or anybody designing something like this, what's the point? To teach people yet more violence? I'm off to this link and to hug my Dylan, no dog be it game or not deserves bad treatment.

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  7. 24 CornersApril 30, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Unbelievable! Thanks for bringing this to the light...I'll head over there immediately. Such thoughtlessness on googles part, it disgusts me.

    Hugs for your heart Andie...
    xo J~

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 30, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Oh Andie...thank you for the link...good to see you back and I am looking forward t your post on your recent loss. My condolences and I will go visit this link. Anita

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  9. Alison @ The PolohouseMay 1, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Hi Andie!
    I just went and posted. Thanks for adding the link as I am sure it would have taken me hours to find it. These people are sick and twisted. What is Google thinking?

    Glad you are back.
    We have all missed you.
    :)
    xox
    Alison

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  10. The White Pear TreeMay 1, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Utterly, utterly disgusting.

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  11. PamelaMay 1, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Horrible horrible makes me want to vomit!
    Oh man this next to child abuse has to be the worst. Mental people that is all i can say.
    It scares me to think that children will be playing or witnessing this game. Or the people that play it have children.
    Animal cruelty laws are not strong enough.

    I hope you are fairing well ...
    Pamela xoxo

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  12. ZosiaMay 2, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    Good to have you back.
    This game is revolting.

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  13. bikimMay 2, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    dear Andie,
    hope everything is ok. i know this dog game. thanks God it's not popular in any way in my country. In fact the police found a very small group that did this and just finished it off. This is not something people like to do around here! Thanks God there's something good about this portuguese society! this political corruption and decay situation are bad enough. I found this game revolting! and it's extremely popular in latin american countries specially among gang groups! Sick people!
    have a happy day,
    Rosa

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  14. Jg. for FatScribeMay 3, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    absolutely disgusting. when i was in grad school in virginia, i would see high school kids walking litters of pit bull puppies on chains. had no idea that dog fighting culture was so endemic to certain southern culture. thank you for letting us (me) know about this ridiculous app.

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  15. BohemianMay 5, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    I'm glad you're back Andie. Unfortunately, the many years I worked at the DA's Office I saw too many files involving animal cruelty such as Dog and Cock Fighting... which has been a big problem in our State, some of the high profile celeb arrests made National News in fact. I agree, these types of crimes are often linked so so much more and should not be tolerated, shame shame on Google and any Retailer that offers such a "game" (and I use that term loosely) glorifying such a sordid practice.

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  16. Room Service ~ Decorating 101May 6, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    I found this out a couple of weeks ago,and posted it on fb. We have to stop this! Thanks

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  17. bikimMay 11, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    hope everything is ok and you're feeling happier sweet Andie!
    i do miss your posts and pics and alerts!
    take care,
    Rosa

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  18. bikimMay 17, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    wher are you Andie?!?!
    hope everything is ok!
    miss your posts!
    Rosa

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  19. Mar gar etMay 17, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Andie,
    Healing is done is such small spurts..like springtime blossoming from wintertime. Your home is filled with such beauty, that we want to see more of your incredible talent, and share your joy in creating the haven for your dear family.
    Gentle hug,
    Margaret

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  20. Tara DillardMay 27, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    Did you read about the English vets flying to India to restore sight to the brutalized dancing bears?

    It's in the Daily Mail.

    Miss you.

    Garden & BE Well, XO T

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  21. Sharon Lee JohnsonJune 2, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Hi Andie. I just wanted to let you know that I am missing your gorgeous home and your wonderful humour here in the blogging world. I hope you come back soon! x Sharon

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  22. JoyceJune 6, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Hi Andie,

    I have been thinking of you. I hope you are doing better.

    This topic just makes me so sick and sad.

    I can't remember where you live, but there is a gal by the name Liz with http://www.makingadifferencerescue.com I have never met her, but have emailed and talked on the phone a couple of times. She has a big passion dealing with dog fighting and rescuing animals. She is a sweetie. SLiz lives in Channahon, is that near you?
    Look forward to seeing you back to blogging. Big hugs. xo

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  23. bikimJune 7, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Hi Andie!
    just to tell you we miss your posts and you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Hope you're doing well and happy!
    Take care,
    Rosa

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  24. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    it's all been said above cruelty shouldn't be tolerated in any form. what is the world coming to? they have a gangster one as well called Mafia wars. And you can tell me it has no effect. Even if it only desensitises people to seeing violence it's having a negative effect it's all shocking and although I have voiced my complaint (I expect nothing will be done) we are in the minority. However I have three blogs and an email address with google if we all threaten to give up these things for other suppliers I think they would change their tune. But a lone crusader can't do much.

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  25. Tara DillardJune 23, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Miss you. Wanted you to know I'm bottle feeding some kittens.

    Garden & Be Well, XO Tara

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  26. Castles Crowns and CottagesJune 24, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Dearest, I really miss you too...just checking in to see if you are well, Anita

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  27. Jg. for FatScribeJune 29, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    MS Divine -- just checking in to see how busy you must be with house decorating and picking up perfect buys from the road. hope all is well, and the God continues to bless you and your wonderful family. -- Jg.

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