03/06/2026
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This is the story of Axle, an American Bully from Sadanga, Mountain Province.
His "offense"? He allegedly urinated on a man's foot.
Because of an old belief that being urinated on by a dog brings bad luck, Axle's life was taken. The assailant reportedly informed Axle's owner of what he intended to do, and a relative of the owner allegedly gave permission for the act to proceed.
Afterward, the owner allegedly accepted a β±100,000 settlement from the assailant and chose not to pursue a criminal complaint.
Fortunately, a local animal welfare organization refused to let the case die there and proceeded with filing charges.
Months later, after a long period of silence, the organization announced that the suspect had been found guilty. The penalty? A β±100,000 fine.
No details were provided regarding any jail time.
So the question remains:
What message does this send?
That an innocent dog's life is worth only β±100,000?
That superstition can be used to justify cruelty?
That those who kill animals can simply pay a fine and move on with their lives?
Axle lost everything because of an outdated belief. He never got justice in the way justice should be served. And for many animal advocates, this outcome raises a painful question: if this is the consequence for taking a life so brutally and senselessly, what deterrent is left for the next person who decides to do the same?
Axle deserved better.
