Pitbull Attack Left Me an Amputee, Pitbull Federation of South Africa

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Who let the dogs out?
In this case, it was the owner of a pit bull. Join the doctors as they search for common ground on the controversial issues surrounding pit bulls — from breeding and keeping them as pets, to the question of whether they should be euthanized after an attack.
Gwen Vokes, a victim of a pit bull attack that left her an amputee, shares her story and her stance on the matter. Later in the episode, Lehanda Rheeder, spokesperson for the Pit Bull Federation, joins the conversation to shed light on the realities of pit bull attacks.
28 Apr English South Africa Health & Fitness

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