Also, just for clarification, not just pits are victimized. Pits seem to be the main fighting dogs, but various mid-size mutts are used as bait and training aids. Apparently, roosters are part of this somehow, too, as I came across several gored ones on a bike ride last summer.

Thanks for the tips so far, esp. about the legislation, which seems to be part of what holds up a solution. City Council is no fan of mine from my 1st days in town, but it might be time to pay another visit . . .