A database run by animal advocacy group Pet-abuse.com , which collects reports of animal abuse , shows reports of dogfighting cases increased from 16 in 2000 to 127 in 2006 . The Society estimates 500 ` ` professional '' dog fighters in U.S. Official says there may be an additional 500 ` ` street '' dog fighters . Attendance at top - level dogfights may be $ 100,000 . Dogfighting a felony in 48 states , a misdemeanor in Idaho and Nevada .
The Society estimates 500 ` ` professional '' dog fighters in U.S. Official says there may be an additional 500 ` ` street '' dog fighters . Attendance at top - level dogfights may be $ 100,000 . Dogfighting a felony in 48 states , a misdemeanor in Idaho and Nevada .