Dog fighting may have been outlawed in most parts of the world, but in the north of Iraq it’s flourishing. Every week, large crowds gather to watch the country’s top canine gladiators. On Facebook, the fights are streamed across the region and victorious dogs are traded for tens of thousands of dollars. VICE News follows one of the country’s top dog trainers as he prepares to take to the ring. Watch more like this: Meet the Young Protesters Who Ousted Iraq’s Government This Exorcist Is a Social Media Star in Iraq Dog Fighting Is Italian Mobsters' Not So Guilty Pleasure Subscribe to VICE News here: Check out VICE News for more: Follow VICE News here: Facebook: Twitter: Tumblr:
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