My take on his despicable act of selfishness.  

Let me start off by saying, I used to be a big fan of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick. I enjoyed watching him play the game of pro football, much like the rush I got from watching running back Barry Sanders play for the Detroit Lions. I was one of his supporters when critics insisted he was not the proto-typical quarterback to lead his team to the next level - a Super Bowl Championship.

My, how times have changed. I currently have two dogs of my own; I grew up in a family where animals were spoiled, treated as equals. I can’t see it any other way. I can’t even fathom Michael Vick’s justification of his alleged actions. I am disgusted by Michael Vick right now. Sure, he hasn’t been found guilty, but who owns a multi-million dollar home without visiting it or knowing what’s going on at the house? This wasn’t a house in the Virgin Islands, or California, this is a house that sits in Atlanta, his city of residence - and he didn’t know? B.S.

I thought about going through some of the details of what happened during and after these dog fights but I couldn’t bring myself to it. The photos are horrific.

I also find this company selling Michael Vick Dog Chew Toys to be exploiting a sensitive case in the wrong manner. Why? Because of the following pulled directly from their web site:

“Question 2) Are portions of your profits going to local animal shelters / organizations?

Answer: Absolutely. This has been a tricky step in our process. Many “organizations” have contacted us asking for funds. We have a goal with this project, to raise awareness of the atrocity of animal abuse. Unfortunately, not every “organization” is either committed to our goal or a legitimate organization. Thus we must check all leads before any commitment is made. Since we are committed to a donation in the true sense of the word, we will not disclose our contribution plans at this time.”

More specifically what I highlighted above. They will be donating money but they will not disclose that information as of yet? Right. Furthermore, they state the following:

“Question 6) Are you a non-profit organization?

Answer: We are a for profit, soon to be formed LLC. We are making profit on the sale of items listed on our website. We will continue to give back to associated, verified charities through charitable donations.”

Of course they are a for-profit organization. Are they good business men, sure. But again, they are exploiting a sensitive case - I encourage everyone to refrain from buying their product until they can verify the charities they are supporting.

Any how, getting back to my story. The bottom line is, even if Michael Vick is found innocent, I will have a hard time writing it off to nothing more than high paid lawyers twisting the arms of naive jurors - putting that small bit of doubt necessary to allow Vick to walk without consequence.

Tags: 2007, Football, Michael Vick, NFL, QB, Quarterback, Skip Gibson