0 00:02:44,338 --> 00:02:46,209 So, I understand you want to hear a story. 1 00:02:46,383 --> 00:02:48,907 Well, it all started decades ago. 2 00:02:49,081 --> 00:02:51,823 I had just hatched from an egg in my mother's nest. 3 00:02:51,997 --> 00:02:54,174 You see, I was the first to... 4 00:02:54,348 --> 00:02:56,785 What? Wrong story? 5 00:02:56,959 --> 00:03:00,267 Oh, fine, fine, fine. 6 00:03:00,441 --> 00:03:03,357 I'll tell you the story of Shadow the Pit Bull. 7 00:03:03,531 --> 00:03:06,969 It all started several years ago in this very room. 8 00:03:08,362 --> 00:03:09,754 She's so soft. 9 00:03:09,928 --> 00:03:11,408 Yeah, I have to clean her 10 00:03:11,582 --> 00:03:13,628 and brush her a lot to keep her this way. 11 00:03:13,802 --> 00:03:15,369 She likes to play in the mud. 12 00:03:15,543 --> 00:03:18,198 Wouldn't be so bad if it didn't harden under her fur. 13 00:03:19,155 --> 00:03:21,375 Well, does she like baths? 14 00:03:21,549 --> 00:03:24,291 Not really, but she doesn't fight it either. 15 00:03:24,465 --> 00:03:25,465 Mm. 16 00:03:26,467 --> 00:03:28,643 Bella, you're so cute. Yes, you are. 17 00:03:28,817 --> 00:03:30,427 Yes, I am. 18 00:03:30,601 --> 00:03:31,646 Can't you get a dog? 19 00:03:31,820 --> 00:03:33,865 I want one really badly. 20 00:03:34,039 --> 00:03:35,476 Have you asked your parents again? 21 00:03:35,650 --> 00:03:40,394 Yeah, but they say, "No," like always. 22 00:03:41,525 --> 00:03:42,525 Keep asking. 23 00:03:42,657 --> 00:03:43,875 Maybe if you bug them enough, 24 00:03:44,049 --> 00:03:45,877 they'll eventually let you get one. 25 00:03:46,051 --> 00:03:48,097 Uh, more like they'll just ground me. 26 00:03:48,271 --> 00:03:50,012 Not like you do much anyways. 27 00:03:50,186 --> 00:03:51,666 Yeah, but that would mean 28 00:03:51,840 --> 00:03:54,059 not being able to volunteer at the pound anymore. 29 00:03:54,234 --> 00:03:55,974 Oh, I didn't think of that. 30 00:03:57,498 --> 00:03:58,716 Samantha! Your mother's here! 31 00:03:58,890 --> 00:03:59,890 Already? 32 00:04:02,067 --> 00:04:04,069 Samantha! 33 00:04:05,636 --> 00:04:06,985 We heard! One second! 34 00:04:08,509 --> 00:04:10,467 I better go. Ready to go, Bella? 35 00:04:10,641 --> 00:04:12,339 See you tomorrow at school. 36 00:04:12,513 --> 00:04:13,513 Bye. 37 00:04:17,648 --> 00:04:18,648 Um, Dad? 38 00:04:19,694 --> 00:04:21,304 Wait till a commercial. 39 00:04:22,349 --> 00:04:24,481 But you're not even watching. 40 00:04:24,655 --> 00:04:26,918 - Yeah, but I'm listening. - On an image of perfection. 41 00:04:27,092 --> 00:04:28,485 Okay, we need to take a break. 42 00:04:28,659 --> 00:04:31,445 Tomorrow's topic is role models. 43 00:04:33,142 --> 00:04:35,318 Ooh, looks like I got time to get to some ice cream. 44 00:04:36,319 --> 00:04:37,494 Dad. 45 00:04:37,668 --> 00:04:39,061 Laughter. 46 00:04:39,235 --> 00:04:40,995 It's no secret that laughter makes you smile. 47 00:04:41,106 --> 00:04:41,759 Well, guess what? 48 00:04:41,933 --> 00:04:43,413 It also... 49 00:04:44,893 --> 00:04:45,893 What is it? 50 00:04:47,330 --> 00:04:52,335 I know I've asked you this before, but can we get a puppy? 51 00:04:53,162 --> 00:04:54,685 Amber, we've been over this. 52 00:04:54,859 --> 00:04:56,533 But there's so many good ones at the pound. 53 00:04:56,557 --> 00:04:58,950 Yes, and you can see them there. 54 00:04:59,124 --> 00:05:00,124 They all get adopted. 55 00:05:00,212 --> 00:05:02,389 And then new ones come in. 56 00:05:02,563 --> 00:05:04,608 Isn't it more fun to see a ton of puppies 57 00:05:04,782 --> 00:05:07,394 rather than just one for a few months before it grows up? 58 00:05:07,568 --> 00:05:09,352 But I want to raise one myself, 59 00:05:09,526 --> 00:05:11,267 and I'll still love it when it gets old. 60 00:05:11,441 --> 00:05:14,009 Plus, I'll still see the dogs at the pound. 61 00:05:14,183 --> 00:05:16,577 A dog is a lot of responsibility. 62 00:05:16,751 --> 00:05:18,448 I know, but I can handle it. 63 00:05:18,622 --> 00:05:20,363 You have to feed it, potty train it, 64 00:05:20,537 --> 00:05:22,539 teach it obedience- I know, I know. 65 00:05:22,713 --> 00:05:23,833 Don't raise your voice at- 66 00:05:23,888 --> 00:05:24,888 - I'm not! 67 00:05:24,933 --> 00:05:26,326 Yes, you are. 68 00:05:28,197 --> 00:05:30,591 Well, I don't mean to. 69 00:05:30,765 --> 00:05:33,420 I just don't know why you won't trust me! 70 00:05:36,684 --> 00:05:40,862 Hey! Somebody ate all my ice cream! 71 00:05:47,651 --> 00:05:48,870 What'd you get? 72 00:05:49,044 --> 00:05:50,524 B minus. 73 00:05:50,698 --> 00:05:52,632 It is so hard to get an A in Miss Jenkins's class. 74 00:05:52,656 --> 00:05:53,656 What'd you get? 75 00:05:54,528 --> 00:05:55,355 C minus. 76 00:05:55,529 --> 00:05:57,226 Ouch. Why? 77 00:05:57,400 --> 00:05:58,880 I have no idea, 78 00:05:59,054 --> 00:06:01,448 but I'm staying after to ask her what I did wrong. 79 00:06:01,622 --> 00:06:03,188 Are you going to the game? 80 00:06:03,363 --> 00:06:05,452 No, they're getting new puppies at the pound today, 81 00:06:05,626 --> 00:06:07,497 so I really want to be there to meet them. 82 00:06:07,671 --> 00:06:09,151 Are you sure? 83 00:06:09,325 --> 00:06:11,458 We're playing the Bears. It should be an easy win. 84 00:06:11,632 --> 00:06:14,504 I can never really follow what's going on. 85 00:06:14,678 --> 00:06:15,678 All right. 86 00:06:18,987 --> 00:06:20,336 Miss Jenkins? 87 00:06:21,598 --> 00:06:22,598 Yes, Amber? 88 00:06:23,513 --> 00:06:25,472 Why did I get a C minus? 89 00:06:26,386 --> 00:06:28,170 Your paper was vague, Amber. 90 00:06:29,301 --> 00:06:31,478 You can't just say how you feel. 91 00:06:31,652 --> 00:06:34,045 You have to be able to prove your point. 92 00:06:34,219 --> 00:06:36,439 I'm looking for specifics, facts. 93 00:06:36,613 --> 00:06:37,919 Can you prove any of this? 94 00:06:39,616 --> 00:06:42,053 I'm sorry, but without being able to cite your sources, 95 00:06:42,227 --> 00:06:44,404 your statements just don't carry any weight. 96 00:06:53,413 --> 00:06:55,023 Hey, Amber, how was school? 97 00:06:56,024 --> 00:06:57,068 The usual. 98 00:06:58,592 --> 00:06:59,873 Why don't you ever tell me anything exciting 99 00:06:59,897 --> 00:07:01,508 that happened in school? 100 00:07:01,682 --> 00:07:05,381 Because we sit in chair desks for seven hours, 101 00:07:05,555 --> 00:07:07,155 listening to someone read from a textbook 102 00:07:07,252 --> 00:07:09,516 and draw on marker boards. 103 00:07:09,690 --> 00:07:11,213 I don't know, when I was in school, 104 00:07:11,387 --> 00:07:13,507 there was always at least something fun that happened. 105 00:07:13,650 --> 00:07:16,566 Yet another reason why I wish I was older. 106 00:07:16,740 --> 00:07:18,699 No, you do not, because when you get older, 107 00:07:18,873 --> 00:07:21,353 you're actually gonna wish that you were younger. 108 00:07:21,528 --> 00:07:22,746 Trust me. 109 00:07:22,920 --> 00:07:24,574 Mm, I guess. 110 00:07:25,880 --> 00:07:27,882 Well, you know what I would really enjoy right now, 111 00:07:28,056 --> 00:07:29,753 is getting to meet some puppies. 112 00:07:29,927 --> 00:07:31,320 New ones in? 113 00:07:31,494 --> 00:07:32,819 I'm surprised you didn't ask me yet. 114 00:07:32,843 --> 00:07:34,279 Yeah, go, they're right there. 115 00:07:34,454 --> 00:07:35,672 Great. 116 00:07:35,846 --> 00:07:37,108 Have fun. 117 00:07:46,422 --> 00:07:48,903 Hey, bud. Hey, no. 118 00:07:52,646 --> 00:07:53,646 Hey, she hit me. 119 00:07:53,777 --> 00:07:55,300 You hit me first. 120 00:08:03,221 --> 00:08:04,222 You're so cute. 121 00:08:05,223 --> 00:08:06,486 I need to give you a name. 122 00:08:06,660 --> 00:08:07,661 Yes. Yes. 123 00:08:08,488 --> 00:08:09,508 Think I'll call you Shadow. 124 00:08:09,532 --> 00:08:12,187 Yes, I am Shadow. 125 00:08:12,361 --> 00:08:13,841 I like her. 126 00:08:14,015 --> 00:08:16,321 I think she's called an Amber. 127 00:08:16,496 --> 00:08:17,888 I like this Amber. 128 00:08:19,847 --> 00:08:21,501 The puppies continue to talk 129 00:08:21,675 --> 00:08:23,415 amongst themselves about the girl. 130 00:08:23,590 --> 00:08:25,200 She couldn't understand a word they said, 131 00:08:25,374 --> 00:08:27,550 but she knew they liked her. 132 00:08:27,724 --> 00:08:29,639 All animals did. 133 00:08:29,813 --> 00:08:31,598 She spent her whole volunteer session 134 00:08:31,772 --> 00:08:33,600 playing with the puppies that day. 135 00:08:39,344 --> 00:08:41,172 Hey, want to come over later? 136 00:08:41,346 --> 00:08:44,741 Bella has started doing the cutest thing. 137 00:08:44,915 --> 00:08:46,351 Normally, I would love to, 138 00:08:46,526 --> 00:08:48,832 but I really want to play with the new puppies. 139 00:08:49,006 --> 00:08:51,792 Really? You've been there every day this week. 140 00:08:51,966 --> 00:08:53,576 Yeah, but they won't be there forever. 141 00:08:53,750 --> 00:08:56,144 Oh, and there's this one, she's so cute. 142 00:08:56,318 --> 00:08:58,102 I named her Shadow. 143 00:08:58,276 --> 00:08:59,713 Sounds fun. 144 00:08:59,887 --> 00:09:01,342 Yeah, I want to play with her as much as I can 145 00:09:01,366 --> 00:09:02,542 before she gets adopted. 146 00:09:02,716 --> 00:09:03,891 Okay, text me. 147 00:09:11,246 --> 00:09:12,246 Hi, Dr. Robertson. 148 00:09:12,290 --> 00:09:13,683 Is Shadow still here? 149 00:09:13,857 --> 00:09:15,424 Sure is. 150 00:09:15,598 --> 00:09:17,731 I'm surprised nobody's adopted her yet. 151 00:09:18,601 --> 00:09:20,690 And someone may not adopt her. 152 00:09:21,996 --> 00:09:23,606 That doesn't make sense. 153 00:09:24,955 --> 00:09:28,306 Well, see, some people think that pit bulls are mean dogs. 154 00:09:30,178 --> 00:09:33,616 But Shadow's so lovable. How could anyone think that? 155 00:09:33,790 --> 00:09:36,445 Because there's owners that have pit bulls 156 00:09:36,619 --> 00:09:38,708 and they teach them how to be mean, 157 00:09:38,882 --> 00:09:41,493 so people just assume that pit bulls are mean, 158 00:09:41,668 --> 00:09:43,017 and they're not. 159 00:09:45,193 --> 00:09:47,282 But that's not the dog's fault. 160 00:09:47,456 --> 00:09:49,501 No, it's not its fault, especially Shadow. 161 00:09:49,676 --> 00:09:51,329 I mean, she's such a great puppy. 162 00:09:51,503 --> 00:09:52,809 We know that, I know that, 163 00:09:52,983 --> 00:09:56,334 but someone that just looks at Shadow 164 00:09:56,508 --> 00:09:57,727 might think she's a mean dog. 165 00:09:59,599 --> 00:10:00,599 Oh. 166 00:10:02,906 --> 00:10:04,125 You know what? 167 00:10:04,299 --> 00:10:05,450 Let's keep our fingers crossed 168 00:10:05,474 --> 00:10:07,607 and hope that something happens. 169 00:10:11,785 --> 00:10:12,785 Take care. Go. 170 00:10:18,487 --> 00:10:20,184 - Hey, Shadow. - Yay, the Amber is here. 171 00:10:20,358 --> 00:10:21,640 - Ooh, you're so hyper. - Hi, Amber. 172 00:10:21,664 --> 00:10:22,883 Me, me, me. Me, me. 173 00:10:23,057 --> 00:10:23,797 - Hi. - Pet me, pet me, 174 00:10:23,971 --> 00:10:24,798 pet me, pet me. 175 00:10:24,972 --> 00:10:25,799 Pet me. Hello. 176 00:10:25,973 --> 00:10:26,973 - Pet me! - Pet me. 177 00:10:27,061 --> 00:10:28,061 No, pet me! 178 00:10:28,192 --> 00:10:29,367 - Oh, hello. - No! 179 00:10:31,065 --> 00:10:33,676 Shadow, you can be so cute. 180 00:10:33,850 --> 00:10:36,200 The puppies all loved Amber, 181 00:10:36,374 --> 00:10:38,420 but the cage was no home. 182 00:10:38,594 --> 00:10:40,291 Of course, I live in a cage, 183 00:10:40,465 --> 00:10:43,686 but my cage is in a home where I am fed, loved, 184 00:10:43,860 --> 00:10:47,777 and regularly annoyed by goldfish. 185 00:10:47,951 --> 00:10:49,866 Look at all this ocean. 186 00:10:50,040 --> 00:10:51,040 That's a wall? 187 00:10:51,999 --> 00:10:52,999 Hmm. 188 00:10:53,870 --> 00:10:55,306 Ooh, maybe if I turn around. 189 00:10:55,480 --> 00:10:58,266 Seriously, you human types are so lucky 190 00:10:58,440 --> 00:10:59,746 you cannot hear them. 191 00:10:59,920 --> 00:11:02,009 Anyway, the puppies wanted a home, 192 00:11:02,183 --> 00:11:06,056 a place they could run around more and be in a family. 193 00:11:06,230 --> 00:11:09,494 People love puppies, so they usually went out pretty fast, 194 00:11:09,669 --> 00:11:11,888 but nobody wanted a pit bull. 195 00:11:17,938 --> 00:11:21,158 I can't believe you're the last one. 196 00:11:21,332 --> 00:11:22,638 You're so cute. 197 00:11:24,553 --> 00:11:26,773 You'll get adopted soon, though. 198 00:11:26,947 --> 00:11:28,775 Your eyes are impossible not to love. 199 00:11:32,082 --> 00:11:33,780 I'll be back tomorrow, though, okay? 200 00:11:35,782 --> 00:11:36,889 But you might have a home by then. 201 00:11:36,913 --> 00:11:39,220 Then you won't even remember me. 202 00:11:41,309 --> 00:11:42,919 Goodnight, Shadow. 203 00:11:44,965 --> 00:11:48,446 I wish I could take you home with me. I do, I really do. 204 00:11:52,146 --> 00:11:53,843 You'll get adopted. 205 00:11:55,105 --> 00:11:56,105 You have to. 206 00:12:01,808 --> 00:12:03,113 Goodnight, Shadow. 207 00:12:11,034 --> 00:12:12,819 Going to see Shadow again? 208 00:12:12,993 --> 00:12:14,472 Yep. 209 00:12:14,646 --> 00:12:16,866 You are seriously in love with that dog. 210 00:12:17,040 --> 00:12:18,912 I can't believe no one else wants her, 211 00:12:19,086 --> 00:12:21,349 and it's just because she's a pit bull. 212 00:12:23,133 --> 00:12:24,613 Shadow is a pit bull? 213 00:12:24,787 --> 00:12:25,962 Yeah. 214 00:12:26,136 --> 00:12:26,833 Amber. 215 00:12:27,007 --> 00:12:28,399 What? 216 00:12:28,573 --> 00:12:29,942 You didn't say Shadow was a pit bull. 217 00:12:29,966 --> 00:12:31,315 Why does it matter? 218 00:12:31,489 --> 00:12:33,753 It just does. 219 00:12:35,145 --> 00:12:37,495 Oh, no, not you too. 220 00:12:37,669 --> 00:12:39,889 It's a well-known fact that pit bulls are vicious. 221 00:12:40,063 --> 00:12:41,586 That's why all dog fighters use them. 222 00:12:41,761 --> 00:12:43,719 No, they just get a bad rep 223 00:12:43,893 --> 00:12:46,069 because of all the jerks who own them. 224 00:12:46,243 --> 00:12:47,243 They make them fight. 225 00:12:47,375 --> 00:12:48,375 Exactly. 226 00:12:48,463 --> 00:12:50,813 No, not exactly. 227 00:12:50,987 --> 00:12:52,859 Dogs take on the attitudes of their owners. 228 00:12:53,033 --> 00:12:55,775 Before pit bulls, everyone was afraid of Dobermans. 229 00:12:55,949 --> 00:12:57,515 Still, pit bulls bite. 230 00:12:57,689 --> 00:13:00,780 Chihuahuas are more vicious than pit bulls. 231 00:13:00,954 --> 00:13:01,954 The taco dogs? 232 00:13:03,173 --> 00:13:05,219 Yes, the taco dog. 233 00:13:05,393 --> 00:13:06,742 No way. 234 00:13:06,916 --> 00:13:08,276 Have you ever seen one in person? 235 00:13:08,396 --> 00:13:10,006 No, but- 236 00:13:10,180 --> 00:13:12,443 - Have you ever seen a pit bull in person? 237 00:13:12,617 --> 00:13:13,617 I keep my distance. 238 00:13:13,662 --> 00:13:14,750 Then you can't say. 239 00:13:14,924 --> 00:13:16,447 I'm just going off what I hear. 240 00:13:16,621 --> 00:13:17,797 Well, you hear wrong. 241 00:13:20,887 --> 00:13:23,846 Look, I don't want to argue about this anymore. 242 00:13:24,804 --> 00:13:27,328 I'm just gonna go to the kennel. 243 00:13:27,502 --> 00:13:28,982 All right, sorry. 244 00:13:29,983 --> 00:13:31,158 See you Monday, I guess. 245 00:13:31,332 --> 00:13:32,333 Yeah. 246 00:13:37,120 --> 00:13:40,254 Is this her? Is this the Amber? 247 00:13:40,428 --> 00:13:41,951 Yeah. This is her. 248 00:13:42,125 --> 00:13:44,127 How come she won't take you with her? 249 00:13:44,301 --> 00:13:47,348 I don't know. She's sad when she leaves. 250 00:13:47,522 --> 00:13:48,828 She wants to. 251 00:13:52,657 --> 00:13:53,963 Just like before, 252 00:13:54,137 --> 00:13:56,052 all the other puppies were adopted 253 00:13:56,226 --> 00:13:59,360 and Amber's daily visits were spent playing with Shadow, 254 00:13:59,534 --> 00:14:02,537 who was again alone in the puppy pen. 255 00:14:05,714 --> 00:14:07,934 She's still there? 256 00:14:08,108 --> 00:14:10,937 Yeah. She might have been adopted this morning, though. 257 00:14:11,111 --> 00:14:12,677 As much as I love her, 258 00:14:12,852 --> 00:14:14,941 I really hope she's not there when I stop by. 259 00:14:15,115 --> 00:14:16,812 She's a good dog and deserves a good home. 260 00:14:16,986 --> 00:14:19,467 People are probably afraid of her. 261 00:14:19,641 --> 00:14:21,034 I'm certain that's it. 262 00:14:23,166 --> 00:14:24,559 Do you think your parents 263 00:14:24,733 --> 00:14:26,213 would let you adopt her by any chance? 264 00:14:26,343 --> 00:14:28,128 No way, they're just as afraid of pits 265 00:14:28,302 --> 00:14:29,694 as everyone else in town. 266 00:14:29,869 --> 00:14:32,132 Also, Bella is quite a handful. 267 00:14:32,306 --> 00:14:36,179 Oh. Well, maybe someone took her this morning. 268 00:14:36,353 --> 00:14:37,441 I hope so. 269 00:14:37,615 --> 00:14:38,921 Hey, Samantha. 270 00:14:39,095 --> 00:14:40,096 No! 271 00:14:43,795 --> 00:14:45,493 Such a sweet puppy. 272 00:14:49,366 --> 00:14:51,064 Oh, hi, Dr. Robertson. 273 00:14:51,238 --> 00:14:53,457 I'll clean the cages in a couple minutes. 274 00:14:54,502 --> 00:14:56,243 Is anyone considering Shadow yet? 275 00:14:58,114 --> 00:14:59,463 No, not yet, 276 00:15:01,161 --> 00:15:02,703 and unfortunately, we have a policy here 277 00:15:02,727 --> 00:15:04,120 that doesn't allow pit bulls 278 00:15:04,294 --> 00:15:06,906 to stay as long as the other dogs. 279 00:15:08,211 --> 00:15:10,605 Why would you have a policy like that? 280 00:15:10,779 --> 00:15:12,781 I know, but some people think 281 00:15:12,955 --> 00:15:16,045 that pit bulls are more vicious. 282 00:15:16,219 --> 00:15:18,352 But Shadow's not vicious. 283 00:15:18,526 --> 00:15:20,006 She's so sweet. 284 00:15:20,180 --> 00:15:21,180 I know, she is. 285 00:15:21,268 --> 00:15:22,704 She's such a sweet dog, 286 00:15:22,878 --> 00:15:24,203 and that's the reason why I'm going to the board 287 00:15:24,227 --> 00:15:26,273 so we can try to change the policy. 288 00:15:29,058 --> 00:15:31,452 Well, couldn't we just not tell them? 289 00:15:33,236 --> 00:15:35,064 I wish it was that easy, Amber, 290 00:15:35,238 --> 00:15:38,154 but if we got caught breaking the rules, 291 00:15:38,328 --> 00:15:40,156 then not only would I be fired, 292 00:15:40,330 --> 00:15:44,073 but then all the dogs would, you know... 293 00:15:45,205 --> 00:15:48,164 Well, is there anything we can do? 294 00:15:50,993 --> 00:15:53,169 You could just really go out 295 00:15:53,343 --> 00:15:54,954 and try to get Shadow adopted. 296 00:15:55,128 --> 00:15:56,390 But that's about all. 297 00:15:58,087 --> 00:16:00,960 Well, I'll just have to do that. 298 00:16:02,265 --> 00:16:04,485 Hey, and I can start a social media page 299 00:16:04,659 --> 00:16:06,487 and put up fliers and stuff. 300 00:16:06,661 --> 00:16:07,879 That's great. 301 00:16:08,054 --> 00:16:09,054 Cool. 302 00:16:09,142 --> 00:16:10,142 Okay. 303 00:16:26,159 --> 00:16:29,075 Sam, I need your help. 304 00:16:29,249 --> 00:16:31,077 What are you doing calling? 305 00:16:31,251 --> 00:16:32,730 This is bigger than just a text. 306 00:16:32,904 --> 00:16:35,037 Shadow needs to be adopted, and quick. 307 00:16:35,211 --> 00:16:37,257 Dr. Robertson said that if she's not adopted 308 00:16:37,431 --> 00:16:40,564 in the next week, they'll put her down. 309 00:16:40,738 --> 00:16:42,218 Put her down where? 310 00:16:42,392 --> 00:16:44,655 Put her to sleep, for good. 311 00:16:44,829 --> 00:16:47,093 That's terrible. 312 00:16:47,267 --> 00:16:51,140 Exactly. We need to get Shadow adopted and pronto. 313 00:16:51,314 --> 00:16:52,314 How? 314 00:16:53,969 --> 00:16:55,101 - Poster board? - Check. 315 00:16:55,275 --> 00:16:57,146 - Color markers. - Check. 316 00:16:57,320 --> 00:16:59,148 And how are your video skills coming along? 317 00:16:59,322 --> 00:17:01,629 I'm up to 500 subscribers on YouTube. 318 00:17:01,803 --> 00:17:02,543 Think a video is in order? 319 00:17:02,717 --> 00:17:04,327 Definitely. 320 00:17:04,501 --> 00:17:05,826 We need to spread this across social media, 321 00:17:05,850 --> 00:17:07,504 make sure everybody knows 322 00:17:07,678 --> 00:17:10,246 a sweet, lovely, and adorable puppy's ready to be adopted. 323 00:17:10,420 --> 00:17:11,813 You got it. 324 00:17:11,987 --> 00:17:13,684 So, as you can probably tell, 325 00:17:13,858 --> 00:17:16,078 Amber is going to be busy for the next few days. 326 00:17:16,252 --> 00:17:18,472 She's going to search far and wide 327 00:17:18,646 --> 00:17:20,517 for a family to adopt Shadow. 328 00:17:20,691 --> 00:17:23,694 It's no small task, let me tell you. 329 00:17:23,868 --> 00:17:26,610 People only see Shadow as a pit bull. 330 00:17:30,701 --> 00:17:32,225 Hello, everyone. 331 00:17:32,399 --> 00:17:35,837 This is Shadow, a very lovable pup who needs a home. 332 00:17:36,011 --> 00:17:38,292 I have volunteered at the shelter for quite some time now, 333 00:17:38,405 --> 00:17:40,624 and this is definitely the most adorable puppy 334 00:17:40,798 --> 00:17:42,104 I have ever seen. 335 00:17:43,540 --> 00:17:45,107 And cut. 336 00:17:45,281 --> 00:17:46,065 We're good to go. 337 00:17:46,239 --> 00:17:47,501 Cool. 338 00:17:47,675 --> 00:17:50,112 I have a bit of a rendezvous first. 339 00:17:50,286 --> 00:17:51,286 A what? 340 00:17:57,598 --> 00:18:00,296 Take this. I'll make sure it gets up on social media. 341 00:18:00,470 --> 00:18:01,470 Thank you. 342 00:18:07,651 --> 00:18:08,739 Hey. 343 00:18:08,913 --> 00:18:10,350 I know you already have a dog, 344 00:18:10,524 --> 00:18:12,084 but we actually have one up for adoption 345 00:18:12,134 --> 00:18:14,528 who's great with other animals. 346 00:18:15,572 --> 00:18:16,921 What's one more, right? 347 00:18:18,271 --> 00:18:19,837 Yep. Just a puppy. 348 00:18:21,796 --> 00:18:23,319 Well, she's a pit bull. 349 00:18:24,886 --> 00:18:27,323 No, that's not true. 350 00:18:27,497 --> 00:18:28,542 Wait! 351 00:18:33,024 --> 00:18:35,201 Another hang-up? Keep trying. 352 00:18:35,375 --> 00:18:37,295 The list Dr. Robertson gave me are all the people 353 00:18:37,420 --> 00:18:39,292 who have adopted or given money, 354 00:18:39,466 --> 00:18:41,337 so if they're not interested in another dog, 355 00:18:41,511 --> 00:18:42,817 then you could always ask them 356 00:18:42,991 --> 00:18:44,514 if they know anyone who might be. 357 00:18:44,688 --> 00:18:46,647 Will do. Let's take a short break, though. 358 00:18:46,821 --> 00:18:48,344 I need to walk Bella. 359 00:18:48,518 --> 00:18:50,999 Then, after that, we can start with the phones again 360 00:18:51,173 --> 00:18:53,219 and start hanging up the posters. 361 00:18:53,393 --> 00:18:54,393 Sounds good. 362 00:19:00,965 --> 00:19:02,228 Samantha Reynolds. 363 00:19:02,402 --> 00:19:04,230 Miss Jenkins? 364 00:19:04,404 --> 00:19:05,187 What are you doing here? 365 00:19:05,361 --> 00:19:06,754 Um, I live here. 366 00:19:06,928 --> 00:19:08,123 I don't sleep at the school, you know, 367 00:19:08,147 --> 00:19:11,367 and your animal is on my lawn. 368 00:19:12,847 --> 00:19:14,936 Um, okay. 369 00:19:15,110 --> 00:19:17,634 Please, control your dog, young lady. 370 00:19:17,808 --> 00:19:19,070 My dog? 371 00:19:19,245 --> 00:19:21,203 You do own that beast, don't you? 372 00:19:21,377 --> 00:19:23,205 Beast? Moi? 373 00:19:23,379 --> 00:19:25,816 We don't own our dogs, Miss Jenkins. 374 00:19:25,990 --> 00:19:27,775 We're their guardians. Call yourself 375 00:19:27,949 --> 00:19:31,126 whatever you like, just please keep your dog off my lawn. 376 00:19:31,300 --> 00:19:33,868 Sorry, Miss Jenkins. It won't happen again. 377 00:19:34,042 --> 00:19:35,522 See to it that it doesn't. 378 00:19:35,696 --> 00:19:37,393 I do have friends in high places, you know, 379 00:19:37,567 --> 00:19:38,762 and I don't want to have to call 380 00:19:38,786 --> 00:19:40,179 and make a nuisance complaint. 381 00:19:45,619 --> 00:19:46,881 Wow. 382 00:19:47,055 --> 00:19:48,578 Wow, she's mean. 383 00:20:23,483 --> 00:20:26,181 How's your new paper for Miss Jenkins's class coming? 384 00:20:26,355 --> 00:20:27,985 Great, I think it's gonna be the best paper 385 00:20:28,009 --> 00:20:30,316 I've written all year. 386 00:20:30,490 --> 00:20:32,274 You sure Miss Jenkins will like the topic? 387 00:20:32,448 --> 00:20:34,407 She seems like more of a cat person. 388 00:20:35,277 --> 00:20:36,974 How can you tell a cat person? 389 00:20:37,148 --> 00:20:38,585 They're tall and skinny. 390 00:20:41,370 --> 00:20:43,067 That's how you tell a cat person? 391 00:20:43,242 --> 00:20:44,504 Sure. 392 00:20:44,678 --> 00:20:45,742 That way, they can reach for cats 393 00:20:45,766 --> 00:20:47,202 when they jump up on things. 394 00:20:48,682 --> 00:20:50,858 You have a funny way of looking at things, 395 00:20:51,032 --> 00:20:53,208 but you might be right. 396 00:20:55,036 --> 00:20:57,473 Maybe my mom's a cat person. 397 00:20:57,647 --> 00:20:58,647 She's not tall enough. 398 00:21:03,914 --> 00:21:05,742 Do not. 399 00:21:05,916 --> 00:21:07,309 What's so funny? 400 00:21:07,483 --> 00:21:09,311 Nothing. 401 00:21:09,485 --> 00:21:11,487 Okay girls, let's head to the zoo. 402 00:21:47,436 --> 00:21:49,308 Adopt the world's nicest pit bull. 403 00:21:55,705 --> 00:21:56,705 Adopt a pit bull. 404 00:21:59,230 --> 00:22:00,580 That's it. I'm out of fliers. 405 00:22:00,754 --> 00:22:02,451 Can we go see some of the animals now? 406 00:22:02,625 --> 00:22:03,994 I haven't been here since I was little. 407 00:22:04,018 --> 00:22:05,018 Yeah, sure. 408 00:22:43,753 --> 00:22:45,165 Congratulations on getting your papers 409 00:22:45,189 --> 00:22:46,626 in on time, everyone. 410 00:22:47,583 --> 00:22:50,717 I must say, you outdid yourselves. 411 00:22:53,763 --> 00:22:54,763 Class dismissed. 412 00:23:03,686 --> 00:23:05,035 Amber? 413 00:23:05,209 --> 00:23:06,385 Is everything okay? 414 00:23:06,559 --> 00:23:08,474 You seem down. 415 00:23:08,648 --> 00:23:09,648 How tall are you? 416 00:23:10,650 --> 00:23:12,913 Well, that's an interesting question, 417 00:23:13,087 --> 00:23:15,176 but I'm five foot, seven inches. 418 00:23:15,350 --> 00:23:18,832 Would you say you're tall or short? 419 00:23:19,789 --> 00:23:22,705 Compared to you, I consider myself tall, 420 00:23:22,879 --> 00:23:27,623 but compared to other teachers at this school, not so tall. 421 00:23:27,797 --> 00:23:28,929 Why do you ask? 422 00:23:29,103 --> 00:23:30,147 No reason. 423 00:23:32,802 --> 00:23:33,802 Miss Jenkins? 424 00:23:33,847 --> 00:23:35,370 Yes? 425 00:23:35,544 --> 00:23:36,782 Would you consider adopting the best puppy 426 00:23:36,806 --> 00:23:37,938 in the whole entire world? 427 00:23:38,112 --> 00:23:39,679 Ah. Shadow the pit bull? 428 00:23:39,853 --> 00:23:41,855 Yeah, the one from my paper. 429 00:23:42,029 --> 00:23:44,510 Amber, I gave you an A plus 430 00:23:44,684 --> 00:23:46,404 because your paper was very well-researched, 431 00:23:46,512 --> 00:23:49,297 but pit bulls are still very dangerous. 432 00:23:50,733 --> 00:23:53,606 But my paper and all my research proves that they're not. 433 00:23:53,780 --> 00:23:55,521 Amber, pit bulls are still very dangerous. 434 00:23:55,695 --> 00:23:58,654 Despite all of your research, I just know they are. 435 00:23:58,828 --> 00:24:00,177 But isn't that vague? 436 00:24:00,351 --> 00:24:01,416 You can't just say they're dangerous. 437 00:24:01,440 --> 00:24:02,789 You need to cite your facts. 438 00:24:02,963 --> 00:24:04,355 Enough, Amber. 439 00:24:04,530 --> 00:24:06,290 Pit bulls are dangerous, and I don't want one. 440 00:24:06,314 --> 00:24:08,969 Besides, I have three cats. 441 00:24:11,928 --> 00:24:15,410 For the record, Miss Jenkins, you're tall. 442 00:24:18,718 --> 00:24:20,038 The girls devoted the whole week 443 00:24:20,197 --> 00:24:21,764 to advertising Shadow. 444 00:24:21,938 --> 00:24:24,550 They had fliers everywhere they were allowed to. 445 00:24:24,724 --> 00:24:27,727 They called all their friends, family, family of friends, 446 00:24:27,901 --> 00:24:30,947 friends of family, and family of friends of family, 447 00:24:31,121 --> 00:24:34,734 seeing if anyone would be interested in adopting Shadow. 448 00:24:34,908 --> 00:24:37,432 They even went on the internet and social media, 449 00:24:37,606 --> 00:24:40,783 making pages dedicated to finding Shadow a home. 450 00:24:40,957 --> 00:24:42,306 The girls stayed up all night 451 00:24:42,481 --> 00:24:44,744 on the phone and on the internet. 452 00:24:44,918 --> 00:24:46,441 How many people do their phones know? 453 00:24:46,615 --> 00:24:48,356 Shouldn't you be asleep? 454 00:24:48,530 --> 00:24:50,184 I don't know. Do I sleep? 455 00:24:50,358 --> 00:24:52,708 Yes, you do, and you like it. 456 00:24:52,882 --> 00:24:53,579 Where do I sleep? 457 00:24:53,753 --> 00:24:54,753 There. 458 00:24:54,841 --> 00:24:55,581 In the vast ocean? 459 00:24:55,755 --> 00:24:57,104 No. 460 00:24:57,278 --> 00:24:59,715 Okay, I'll find a comfortable spot. 461 00:24:59,889 --> 00:25:02,283 Huh. Glass wall? 462 00:25:02,457 --> 00:25:03,457 That's odd. 463 00:25:04,111 --> 00:25:05,111 Maybe this way. 464 00:25:05,721 --> 00:25:07,201 A glass wall? 465 00:25:07,375 --> 00:25:08,594 Maybe if I turn around. 466 00:25:16,689 --> 00:25:18,386 Amber, you did it! 467 00:25:18,560 --> 00:25:20,780 Because of your posters and your social media, 468 00:25:20,954 --> 00:25:23,739 13 different animals got adopted today. 469 00:25:23,913 --> 00:25:25,393 You did it! Congratulations. 470 00:25:25,567 --> 00:25:26,567 Thank you. 471 00:25:26,655 --> 00:25:28,048 But no one adopted Shadow. 472 00:25:29,484 --> 00:25:30,484 No. 473 00:25:31,878 --> 00:25:35,577 There isn't even any interest in any of the other families. 474 00:25:35,751 --> 00:25:37,492 The only one that wants Shadow is you, 475 00:25:37,666 --> 00:25:40,539 and we both know that's impossible. 476 00:25:43,367 --> 00:25:45,631 Unless she's adopted by tonight, then... 477 00:25:48,285 --> 00:25:49,896 There's nothing more that I can do. 478 00:25:55,031 --> 00:25:59,645 I'm gonna go let you and Shadow say your goodbyes. 479 00:26:02,735 --> 00:26:03,735 Okay? 480 00:26:36,029 --> 00:26:40,250 Sweetheart, we're sorry you're so sad. 481 00:26:42,122 --> 00:26:46,474 We wish that there was something that we could do. 482 00:26:46,648 --> 00:26:47,736 It's not fair. 483 00:26:49,433 --> 00:26:51,553 They're just gonna kill her, like she's not important, 484 00:26:51,697 --> 00:26:53,916 like she doesn't have feelings, 485 00:26:54,090 --> 00:26:56,484 like she's not the best dog in the whole entire world. 486 00:26:56,658 --> 00:26:59,661 I know, it sounds unbearable, 487 00:27:00,836 --> 00:27:03,317 but sometimes, in life, we have to accept 488 00:27:03,491 --> 00:27:05,493 that difficult things happen. 489 00:27:05,667 --> 00:27:07,930 But I don't want to accept it. 490 00:27:08,104 --> 00:27:11,891 Someone could adopt her, Mom. Why wouldn't anyone do that? 491 00:27:12,065 --> 00:27:14,589 People don't know Shadow the way that you do. 492 00:27:15,503 --> 00:27:18,811 To them, she looks different. 493 00:27:23,380 --> 00:27:25,469 What if you decided not to adopt me 494 00:27:25,644 --> 00:27:27,602 because I looked different? 495 00:27:29,517 --> 00:27:31,650 What would have happened to me? 496 00:27:40,354 --> 00:27:42,269 And that night, the girl's parents 497 00:27:42,443 --> 00:27:43,836 discussed the situation. 498 00:27:44,010 --> 00:27:46,708 Having been struck by her last comment, 499 00:27:46,882 --> 00:27:48,797 neither of them slept well. 500 00:27:51,408 --> 00:27:55,717 Oh, just when I was starting to enjoy my morning sleep. 501 00:27:55,891 --> 00:27:56,979 Hey! 502 00:27:57,153 --> 00:27:58,720 What is that thing? 503 00:27:58,894 --> 00:27:59,894 Is that a... 504 00:28:01,114 --> 00:28:02,550 Well, I'll be! 505 00:28:02,724 --> 00:28:03,943 Wait, who said that? 506 00:28:04,117 --> 00:28:06,423 Me! I said it. 507 00:28:06,597 --> 00:28:08,382 - Who's me? - The bird! 508 00:28:08,556 --> 00:28:10,732 In the cage, look up! 509 00:28:10,906 --> 00:28:12,560 Hey, a chicken. 510 00:28:12,734 --> 00:28:14,214 I love chicken. 511 00:28:17,217 --> 00:28:18,697 Shadow. 512 00:28:18,871 --> 00:28:20,350 Shadow, you're here! 513 00:28:20,524 --> 00:28:22,570 Shadow, you're here, you're here! 514 00:28:22,744 --> 00:28:23,919 Oh, my gosh! 515 00:28:24,093 --> 00:28:25,094 Mom! Dad! 516 00:28:25,268 --> 00:28:26,574 Come quick! 517 00:28:26,748 --> 00:28:28,097 Mom! Dad! 518 00:28:28,271 --> 00:28:30,970 Look guys, it's Shadow! 519 00:28:31,144 --> 00:28:33,015 We couldn't let something bad happen 520 00:28:33,189 --> 00:28:35,714 to the best dog in the whole entire world. 521 00:28:35,888 --> 00:28:37,454 Thank you so much. 522 00:28:40,022 --> 00:28:42,764 You stay right here. I got to go brush my teeth, okay? 523 00:28:42,938 --> 00:28:44,418 I'll be right back. 524 00:28:45,680 --> 00:28:48,291 All right. Stay right there, okay? 525 00:28:54,384 --> 00:28:56,691 Be right there, Snaps. 526 00:28:56,865 --> 00:28:59,302 What delicious shoes you have, Amber. Mm. 527 00:29:01,609 --> 00:29:03,698 Hey, it's a chicken. 528 00:29:05,091 --> 00:29:08,094 You put out a water bowl and there's a treat at the bottom. 529 00:29:08,268 --> 00:29:09,617 Thanks, Amber. 530 00:29:10,400 --> 00:29:12,402 Hi, Mr. Chicken. 531 00:29:12,576 --> 00:29:15,405 This is a great place to mark my territory. 532 00:29:15,579 --> 00:29:20,497 No! 533 00:29:31,378 --> 00:29:35,121 Boy, I'm exhausted. It sure is fun here, Amber. 534 00:29:38,864 --> 00:29:41,910 It's a monster, a monster! 535 00:29:46,349 --> 00:29:47,394 Okay. 536 00:29:48,438 --> 00:29:49,438 Oh, Snaps. 537 00:29:50,440 --> 00:29:52,138 I'm so sorry, bud. Are you okay? 538 00:29:52,312 --> 00:29:54,314 It peed on me! 539 00:29:57,012 --> 00:29:58,405 It peed on everything! 540 00:29:59,623 --> 00:30:02,017 I told you, a dog would be a lot of work. 541 00:30:02,975 --> 00:30:04,324 It's okay. I love her. 542 00:30:08,415 --> 00:30:10,547 I love you too, Amber. 543 00:30:12,027 --> 00:30:14,943 But you are ruining that nice smell. 544 00:30:17,076 --> 00:30:18,251 Come here, Shadow. 545 00:30:18,425 --> 00:30:20,427 Come here. Good, Shadow. 546 00:30:21,558 --> 00:30:23,473 Shadow, look, look, look. 547 00:30:23,647 --> 00:30:25,040 Isn't she awesome, Sam? 548 00:30:25,214 --> 00:30:26,912 She's adorable. 549 00:30:27,086 --> 00:30:28,609 Let's see if she likes Bella. 550 00:30:30,263 --> 00:30:31,263 Oh. 551 00:30:35,355 --> 00:30:38,575 Shadow, that's Bella. She's gonna be our new friend, okay? 552 00:30:42,710 --> 00:30:44,494 I think she likes her. 553 00:30:44,668 --> 00:30:45,668 Me too. 554 00:30:47,236 --> 00:30:50,196 Can't believe your parents finally let you adopt Shadow. 555 00:30:50,370 --> 00:30:51,850 That's so cool. 556 00:30:52,024 --> 00:30:53,068 Yeah. 557 00:30:53,242 --> 00:30:55,505 I can't either, but sure enough, 558 00:30:55,679 --> 00:30:58,769 there she was at the foot of my bed this morning. 559 00:30:58,944 --> 00:31:02,991 This is the best day of my entire life, and she's so cute. 560 00:31:03,165 --> 00:31:04,297 She is. 561 00:31:04,471 --> 00:31:05,951 Come on, let's play with them. 562 00:31:06,125 --> 00:31:07,145 Little Shadow won't have a chance with the ball 563 00:31:07,169 --> 00:31:08,997 if Bella has any say in it. 564 00:31:14,481 --> 00:31:16,135 Well, you look happy today. 565 00:31:16,309 --> 00:31:18,093 I know. My parents got her! 566 00:31:18,267 --> 00:31:19,660 I know, I was here. 567 00:31:19,834 --> 00:31:21,377 They got here five minutes before we opened. 568 00:31:21,401 --> 00:31:22,881 Yeah, it must have been early 569 00:31:23,055 --> 00:31:24,684 'cause I woke up to her face this morning. 570 00:31:24,708 --> 00:31:26,388 Oh, that must have been the best feeling. 571 00:31:26,493 --> 00:31:27,798 It was. 572 00:31:27,973 --> 00:31:29,496 Hey, I just stopped by to tell you 573 00:31:29,670 --> 00:31:31,759 I'm not gonna be coming in for a little while. 574 00:31:31,933 --> 00:31:33,693 Yeah, of course. Don't even worry about it. 575 00:31:33,761 --> 00:31:35,371 - Okay, cool. - Enjoy, have fun. 576 00:31:35,545 --> 00:31:36,590 Thank you. 577 00:31:36,764 --> 00:31:38,331 So happy for you. 578 00:32:02,181 --> 00:32:04,183 Yes, I would like to report a violation 579 00:32:04,357 --> 00:32:07,926 of ordinance 317, the city's ban on pit bulls. 580 00:32:09,971 --> 00:32:12,104 Well, I'm pretty sure we do have a ban on pit bulls. 581 00:32:12,278 --> 00:32:13,932 It went into effect three years ago. 582 00:32:16,325 --> 00:32:17,805 Well, I can't help it that you 583 00:32:17,979 --> 00:32:20,199 nor anyone else there knows what that is. 584 00:32:20,373 --> 00:32:21,678 Just look it up. 585 00:32:21,852 --> 00:32:22,892 You'll see that I'm right. 586 00:32:23,028 --> 00:32:24,638 Why just ban pit bulls? 587 00:32:24,812 --> 00:32:26,683 We should ban all dog. 588 00:32:28,424 --> 00:32:30,383 What is that talking box? 589 00:32:30,557 --> 00:32:31,993 That's a television. 590 00:32:32,167 --> 00:32:33,516 Can I chew on it? 591 00:32:33,690 --> 00:32:35,475 That would not be safe. 592 00:32:37,172 --> 00:32:38,541 Starting to smell like fish in here. 593 00:32:38,565 --> 00:32:40,175 You want to take Pong upstairs? 594 00:32:41,002 --> 00:32:42,002 Uh, yeah. 595 00:32:43,135 --> 00:32:44,658 I don't know why, 596 00:32:44,832 --> 00:32:48,096 but sometimes Snaps freaks out when he looks at Pong. 597 00:32:48,270 --> 00:32:49,402 Maybe he wants to eat him. 598 00:32:49,576 --> 00:32:52,100 I don't think they eat fish. 599 00:32:53,188 --> 00:32:54,624 At least I hope not. 600 00:33:11,728 --> 00:33:14,296 There's someone at the door. 601 00:33:14,470 --> 00:33:16,690 Yes. 602 00:33:16,864 --> 00:33:18,997 Aren't you gonna get it? 603 00:33:24,045 --> 00:33:26,134 Amber, can you come to the door, please? 604 00:33:29,398 --> 00:33:31,009 What's going on? 605 00:33:32,619 --> 00:33:33,620 You tell her. 606 00:33:35,317 --> 00:33:36,317 Who is she? 607 00:33:37,841 --> 00:33:40,148 Pit bulls are banned in this county. 608 00:33:40,322 --> 00:33:41,454 What? Why? 609 00:33:41,628 --> 00:33:43,021 They bite people. 610 00:33:43,195 --> 00:33:44,650 All dogs bite if you're mean to them. 611 00:33:44,674 --> 00:33:46,241 Not as much as these dogs. 612 00:33:46,415 --> 00:33:48,591 Pit bulls are kind if you raise them nicely. 613 00:33:48,765 --> 00:33:49,940 I'm here to take it away. 614 00:33:50,115 --> 00:33:51,551 No way. 615 00:33:51,725 --> 00:33:54,423 You heard her. You can't have the dog. 616 00:33:55,555 --> 00:33:59,254 Sir, if you don't voluntarily turn the animal over, 617 00:33:59,428 --> 00:34:02,083 I'll arrest you and take the animal by force. 618 00:34:02,257 --> 00:34:04,042 It is the law. 619 00:34:04,216 --> 00:34:05,565 I'm sorry, sir. 620 00:34:05,739 --> 00:34:07,132 What will you do with her? 621 00:34:07,306 --> 00:34:09,308 Well, that will be up to Judge Kelly. 622 00:34:09,482 --> 00:34:10,918 He will rule on it on Saturday. 623 00:34:11,092 --> 00:34:13,225 I'm not letting you take her. 624 00:34:13,399 --> 00:34:15,705 Isn't there anything else that we can do? 625 00:34:15,879 --> 00:34:19,709 Shadow is harmless. The ban has no exceptions. 626 00:34:19,883 --> 00:34:22,277 Officer, do your job. 627 00:34:22,451 --> 00:34:25,280 Sir, I have to take the dog. 628 00:34:25,454 --> 00:34:26,803 Give him the dog, Amber. 629 00:34:28,675 --> 00:34:29,675 Excuse me. 630 00:34:32,287 --> 00:34:33,593 I'm sorry, sir. 631 00:34:43,603 --> 00:34:45,909 I'm sorry, Shadow! 632 00:34:46,084 --> 00:34:48,086 I'll get you back, I promise! 633 00:35:09,716 --> 00:35:13,372 This town, I swear. Nobody makes sense. 634 00:35:13,546 --> 00:35:14,958 Do you know why this nonsense happens? 635 00:35:14,982 --> 00:35:16,418 Don't get started. 636 00:35:16,592 --> 00:35:18,159 Because everybody's so dang pampered! 637 00:35:19,334 --> 00:35:21,423 One person too dumb to manage themselves 638 00:35:21,597 --> 00:35:25,775 does something stupid, so everybody else has to pay for it. 639 00:35:25,949 --> 00:35:27,560 Now isn't the time for this. 640 00:35:27,734 --> 00:35:29,934 And do you know why these idiots get away with it? Hm? 641 00:35:30,040 --> 00:35:33,174 Because they cry. Cry, cry, cry. 642 00:35:34,132 --> 00:35:35,152 Nobody's tough enough to stand up 643 00:35:35,176 --> 00:35:36,917 for basic freedoms anymore. 644 00:35:37,091 --> 00:35:39,137 Nobody fights things anymore. 645 00:35:39,311 --> 00:35:41,704 Nobody takes action in this country anymore. 646 00:35:43,228 --> 00:35:45,360 Somebody has to stand up and fight for Shadow. 647 00:35:45,534 --> 00:35:48,233 Now I'm going to get some ice cream and watch the news! 648 00:35:58,678 --> 00:36:00,332 That's it. 649 00:36:00,506 --> 00:36:02,745 I'll just prove to the judge that Shadow's not dangerous, 650 00:36:02,769 --> 00:36:05,685 and while I'm at it, I'll get rid of that stupid law. 651 00:36:06,816 --> 00:36:08,818 Ban pit bulls? 652 00:36:08,992 --> 00:36:11,691 Who would do such a thing? 653 00:36:22,180 --> 00:36:25,487 Poor girl. It's unbearable. 654 00:36:25,661 --> 00:36:26,661 Mm-hm. 655 00:36:27,620 --> 00:36:28,771 I don't know how she's gonna be able 656 00:36:28,795 --> 00:36:30,188 to get out of bed this morning. 657 00:36:31,450 --> 00:36:32,712 Good morning, Mom and Dad. 658 00:36:34,540 --> 00:36:36,368 Sorry I don't really have time for breakfast. 659 00:36:36,542 --> 00:36:39,197 I'm just gonna grab a piece of toast. 660 00:36:39,371 --> 00:36:40,676 Honey, you okay? 661 00:36:40,850 --> 00:36:42,417 Yeah, I'm great. See ya! 662 00:36:44,158 --> 00:36:45,942 She seems in a good mood. 663 00:36:48,467 --> 00:36:50,599 Stock in beef's going up in Mongolia. 664 00:36:51,644 --> 00:36:52,732 Better get it now. 665 00:37:05,484 --> 00:37:07,877 Pit bulls? Are you crazy? 666 00:37:08,051 --> 00:37:09,488 Those dogs are killers. 667 00:37:09,662 --> 00:37:11,229 They kill everything, especially people. 668 00:37:11,794 --> 00:37:13,318 Shh. 669 00:37:13,492 --> 00:37:16,451 No, they're not. They're great dogs. 670 00:37:16,625 --> 00:37:18,627 Until they eat you for lunch. 671 00:37:18,801 --> 00:37:21,587 Quiet, please, or I'm going to have to ask you to leave. 672 00:37:24,067 --> 00:37:26,244 This is why my friend won't date you. 673 00:37:34,513 --> 00:37:36,113 You've been here for two whole periods. 674 00:37:36,254 --> 00:37:38,473 You've missed lunch and recess. 675 00:37:38,647 --> 00:37:39,648 You okay? 676 00:37:39,822 --> 00:37:41,346 I'm great. 677 00:37:41,520 --> 00:37:42,825 I am a little hungry, though. 678 00:37:49,354 --> 00:37:51,356 This should hold you over until the bell. 679 00:37:51,530 --> 00:37:53,836 Mom made me peanut butter and jelly again. 680 00:37:54,010 --> 00:37:55,640 There's only so much peanut butter and jelly 681 00:37:55,664 --> 00:37:57,362 a person can have. 682 00:37:57,536 --> 00:37:59,320 Thanks. You're the best. 683 00:38:00,234 --> 00:38:01,496 Shh. 684 00:38:01,670 --> 00:38:03,542 What are you doing here anyway? 685 00:38:04,717 --> 00:38:06,477 Well, I'm double-checking my research paper 686 00:38:06,545 --> 00:38:09,025 and making sure I can cite all my facts, 687 00:38:09,199 --> 00:38:11,376 and I'm also working on my oral argument. 688 00:38:11,550 --> 00:38:14,466 You're 12. How can you make an oral argument? 689 00:38:15,554 --> 00:38:17,382 I haven't figured that part out yet. 690 00:38:17,556 --> 00:38:20,646 Well, you better get figuring. You only have three days. 691 00:38:20,820 --> 00:38:22,038 Ladies, shh. 692 00:38:35,704 --> 00:38:37,532 Amber, I'm so sorry. 693 00:38:37,706 --> 00:38:38,706 It's okay. 694 00:38:40,230 --> 00:38:42,842 I had no idea that Hill Valley had a ban on pit bulls. 695 00:38:43,016 --> 00:38:44,104 Nobody did. 696 00:38:44,887 --> 00:38:46,193 Really? 697 00:38:46,367 --> 00:38:47,542 That's odd. 698 00:38:49,152 --> 00:38:50,937 I don't know what to say. I'm sorry. 699 00:38:52,460 --> 00:38:55,637 It's not anyone's fault, especially Shadow's. 700 00:38:55,811 --> 00:38:58,510 I mean, with any luck, we'll get this ordinance repealed. 701 00:38:59,511 --> 00:39:00,511 Let's hope so. 702 00:39:03,732 --> 00:39:04,732 How's she doing? 703 00:39:05,995 --> 00:39:07,519 She's okay. 704 00:39:07,693 --> 00:39:10,783 They have her all locked up, but want to go see her? 705 00:39:12,654 --> 00:39:13,786 Can we? 706 00:39:13,960 --> 00:39:14,960 Yeah, go. 707 00:39:27,016 --> 00:39:29,279 Hey, if you want to see the dog, 708 00:39:29,454 --> 00:39:32,587 you have to keep your hands away from the cage. 709 00:39:32,761 --> 00:39:33,893 She's harmless. 710 00:39:35,068 --> 00:39:36,809 Those are the orders they gave me. 711 00:39:38,114 --> 00:39:39,464 Can't you make an exception? 712 00:39:41,204 --> 00:39:44,338 If she bites, I'll be fired. 713 00:39:45,557 --> 00:39:47,297 But she's my dog. She won't bite. 714 00:39:48,516 --> 00:39:51,171 You can't pet the dog, kid. Sorry. 715 00:39:52,738 --> 00:39:53,738 Fine. 716 00:39:55,784 --> 00:39:57,569 I'm sorry, Shadow. 717 00:39:57,743 --> 00:40:00,006 I want to play with you again, Amber. 718 00:40:04,880 --> 00:40:07,274 I wish you could talk, 719 00:40:07,448 --> 00:40:10,016 then you could tell all these people how nice you are. 720 00:40:12,497 --> 00:40:15,151 I'll find a way to get you out, Shadow, I promise. 721 00:40:16,762 --> 00:40:18,807 Amber, let me out. I want to play. 722 00:40:30,732 --> 00:40:31,820 Hey, Doc. 723 00:40:32,691 --> 00:40:35,345 Shadow and I are getting bored in the back. 724 00:40:35,520 --> 00:40:36,651 How is she? 725 00:40:36,825 --> 00:40:38,305 She's okay, I guess. 726 00:40:38,479 --> 00:40:42,222 Poor Amber. She must be so heartbroken. 727 00:40:42,396 --> 00:40:43,441 Oh. Yeah. 728 00:40:43,615 --> 00:40:45,051 I felt like a criminal myself, 729 00:40:45,225 --> 00:40:47,619 taking this little girl from their home. 730 00:40:47,793 --> 00:40:50,273 I just don't understand all these rules. 731 00:40:50,448 --> 00:40:52,580 To be honest, neither do I. 732 00:40:55,757 --> 00:40:57,977 Sometimes I wish animals could talk. 733 00:40:58,151 --> 00:40:59,389 I think it would be interesting 734 00:40:59,413 --> 00:41:00,613 to hear what they have to say. 735 00:41:00,719 --> 00:41:02,590 We can talk. 736 00:41:02,764 --> 00:41:04,897 Humans can't understand us. 737 00:41:05,071 --> 00:41:06,594 Why not? 738 00:41:06,768 --> 00:41:08,553 They lost that instinct long ago. 739 00:41:09,989 --> 00:41:11,599 That's too bad. 740 00:41:11,773 --> 00:41:13,862 I envy them, at times. 741 00:41:14,036 --> 00:41:15,560 Why? 742 00:41:15,734 --> 00:41:18,171 I prefer the company of humans. 743 00:41:18,345 --> 00:41:19,041 They have more to talk about. 744 00:41:19,215 --> 00:41:20,782 Why? 745 00:41:20,956 --> 00:41:22,238 They have the whole world around them 746 00:41:22,262 --> 00:41:24,612 to explore and talk about. 747 00:41:24,786 --> 00:41:27,006 You're limited to your bowl. 748 00:41:28,355 --> 00:41:30,052 I'm in an ocean. 749 00:41:30,226 --> 00:41:31,663 Hey, what's this glass wall? 750 00:41:34,753 --> 00:41:36,711 Hold on, Snaps is upset. 751 00:41:56,775 --> 00:41:57,863 Sorry about that. 752 00:41:58,951 --> 00:42:00,474 Guess what. 753 00:42:00,648 --> 00:42:03,172 Samantha and I have been working on our case, right? 754 00:42:03,346 --> 00:42:05,044 And we need you to be our star witness. 755 00:42:05,218 --> 00:42:06,418 I would love to. When is it? 756 00:42:06,524 --> 00:42:07,829 This Saturday. 757 00:42:08,003 --> 00:42:10,440 I can't this Saturday. 758 00:42:10,615 --> 00:42:13,400 This Saturday is the weekend I have to go to the board. 759 00:42:13,574 --> 00:42:16,142 Amber, this is our chance to become a no-kill shelter. 760 00:42:19,362 --> 00:42:20,886 I'm so sorry, I can't. 761 00:42:22,931 --> 00:42:23,931 It's okay. 762 00:42:27,370 --> 00:42:28,589 We're going to do our best 763 00:42:28,763 --> 00:42:30,722 to try and win you back, all right? 764 00:42:33,463 --> 00:42:35,814 Look, girl, listen, 765 00:42:35,988 --> 00:42:40,645 I feel for you, but I can't keep telling you this. 766 00:42:40,819 --> 00:42:43,169 You have to keep your hands away from that cage. 767 00:42:43,343 --> 00:42:45,127 But she's my dog. 768 00:42:46,389 --> 00:42:49,262 You keep saying that, but she isn't. 769 00:42:49,436 --> 00:42:50,611 She's the city's now. 770 00:42:51,569 --> 00:42:53,658 Can we just play for a little? 771 00:42:55,268 --> 00:42:56,268 Look, kid... 772 00:42:58,880 --> 00:42:59,968 Ah, go on. 773 00:43:03,145 --> 00:43:04,582 Hey, Shadow. 774 00:43:04,756 --> 00:43:05,931 Aw, good puppy. 775 00:43:06,758 --> 00:43:08,803 Good puppy. Yes. 776 00:43:08,977 --> 00:43:10,326 Yes, good puppy. 777 00:43:12,415 --> 00:43:13,935 And so, Your Honor, it's clear to see 778 00:43:14,069 --> 00:43:15,810 that pit bulls are like any other dog breed, 779 00:43:15,984 --> 00:43:17,682 except maybe a little better. 780 00:43:17,856 --> 00:43:19,416 I'd clap, but the effect would just be 781 00:43:19,553 --> 00:43:20,380 that I'd fly against the cage. 782 00:43:20,554 --> 00:43:22,121 You can fly? 783 00:43:22,295 --> 00:43:24,819 For heaven's sake, fish, I'm a bird. 784 00:43:24,993 --> 00:43:27,039 You're a bird? 785 00:43:27,213 --> 00:43:28,344 I think I'm ready. 786 00:43:29,519 --> 00:43:31,652 Trust me, you're ready. 787 00:43:33,480 --> 00:43:36,048 Should we do anything to prep for court tomorrow? 788 00:43:36,222 --> 00:43:37,222 Amber's smart. 789 00:43:38,659 --> 00:43:40,313 Say, who's the TV guest tonight? 790 00:43:40,487 --> 00:43:43,490 The star of that new zombie movie. 791 00:43:43,664 --> 00:43:46,101 The fat one, or the one with the thing on his neck? 792 00:43:46,275 --> 00:43:47,712 Neck. 793 00:43:47,886 --> 00:43:49,086 This ought to be a good one. 794 00:44:15,870 --> 00:44:17,306 Today's the big day. 795 00:44:34,933 --> 00:44:36,761 Afternoon, everyone. 796 00:44:36,935 --> 00:44:39,241 Oh, thank you, you don't have to stand, 797 00:44:39,415 --> 00:44:41,896 not until we're in the courtroom anyway. 798 00:44:42,070 --> 00:44:43,070 Sorry about that. 799 00:44:45,030 --> 00:44:46,771 Well, thank you guys for stopping by. 800 00:44:46,945 --> 00:44:49,991 It's always nice to meet the people I'll preside over, 801 00:44:50,165 --> 00:44:54,866 and, of course, this is a very unusual circumstance. 802 00:44:57,129 --> 00:45:01,916 Young lady, you plan to plead this case? 803 00:45:02,090 --> 00:45:03,309 Yes, Your Honor. 804 00:45:03,483 --> 00:45:04,832 Under state law, anyone is allowed 805 00:45:05,006 --> 00:45:06,791 to plead a civil case before a judge. 806 00:45:06,965 --> 00:45:09,750 The People versus the City of Hill Valley is a civil case, 807 00:45:09,924 --> 00:45:12,187 so I would like to exercise those rights. 808 00:45:14,320 --> 00:45:17,192 Amber, I think you and I are gonna get along just fine. 809 00:45:17,366 --> 00:45:22,371 Now, you want your puppy in the courtroom? 810 00:45:23,459 --> 00:45:24,859 Yes, sir, as evidentiary evidence. 811 00:45:27,115 --> 00:45:28,943 Oh, this should be fun. 812 00:45:30,379 --> 00:45:31,379 Both of you litigators? 813 00:45:31,424 --> 00:45:33,208 Oh, Presbyterians. 814 00:45:33,382 --> 00:45:35,167 I'm a homemaker. 815 00:45:35,341 --> 00:45:37,865 Although I didn't actually build the house. We bought it. 816 00:45:38,039 --> 00:45:39,780 But I do like to cook. 817 00:45:39,954 --> 00:45:40,994 Well, mainly, I microwave. 818 00:45:41,129 --> 00:45:42,348 I prefer it. 819 00:45:43,479 --> 00:45:45,133 Oh, I'm sorry, sir, you prefer what? 820 00:45:46,134 --> 00:45:47,657 Microwave popcorn. 821 00:45:47,832 --> 00:45:49,912 Unless we're watching that one show about the gators, 822 00:45:49,964 --> 00:45:52,271 and then I like to eat pistachio nuts. 823 00:45:55,143 --> 00:45:56,143 I'm adopted. 824 00:45:58,451 --> 00:46:00,322 Okay, permission to bring the dog 825 00:46:00,496 --> 00:46:01,846 into the courtroom is granted. 826 00:46:02,020 --> 00:46:03,020 Your Honor. 827 00:46:04,109 --> 00:46:06,111 Look, this old courthouse is already filled 828 00:46:06,285 --> 00:46:07,765 with all kinds of mice. 829 00:46:07,939 --> 00:46:10,463 One little dog won't make a difference. 830 00:46:10,637 --> 00:46:12,813 Unless you have a problem with that. Bill? 831 00:46:12,987 --> 00:46:13,987 No, sir. 832 00:46:14,859 --> 00:46:15,859 - Thank you, sir. - Yeah. 833 00:46:17,339 --> 00:46:18,993 Okay, good. 834 00:46:19,167 --> 00:46:23,432 Now, Amber, you can argue the case before my court, 835 00:46:23,606 --> 00:46:25,913 but being 12 years old does not exempt you 836 00:46:26,087 --> 00:46:28,481 from professionalism and decorum, okay? 837 00:46:28,655 --> 00:46:30,788 So that means you should conduct yourself 838 00:46:30,962 --> 00:46:34,269 as an attorney at all times, wear the proper attire, 839 00:46:34,443 --> 00:46:38,012 and never, ever argue with me after I've made a decision. 840 00:46:38,621 --> 00:46:40,362 Do you think you can do that? 841 00:46:40,536 --> 00:46:41,536 Yes, Your Honor. 842 00:46:41,581 --> 00:46:43,017 Very well. 843 00:46:43,191 --> 00:46:45,071 Any advice you would give to a young attorney? 844 00:46:45,193 --> 00:46:48,022 Yes, always make sure that your cellphone is on silent 845 00:46:48,196 --> 00:46:49,415 when you're in my courtroom. 846 00:46:50,982 --> 00:46:51,982 That goes for you too. 847 00:46:52,113 --> 00:46:53,636 Got it. 848 00:46:53,811 --> 00:46:54,463 And bring some of those 849 00:46:54,637 --> 00:46:55,637 delicious treats. 850 00:47:00,078 --> 00:47:01,078 Can I? 851 00:47:02,123 --> 00:47:03,559 Can you what? 852 00:47:03,733 --> 00:47:06,258 I don't know what you're talking about. 853 00:47:08,086 --> 00:47:09,478 Come here, Shadow. 854 00:47:09,652 --> 00:47:11,306 Come here, Shadow. 855 00:47:11,480 --> 00:47:12,612 Good puppy. 856 00:47:17,225 --> 00:47:19,053 I know, you must be scared. 857 00:47:20,098 --> 00:47:21,098 I am too. 858 00:47:22,622 --> 00:47:24,145 But I got you out once 859 00:47:24,319 --> 00:47:26,669 and I'll find a way to do it again, I promise. 860 00:47:28,889 --> 00:47:31,849 You're gonna have to spend a couple more days here, though. 861 00:47:37,115 --> 00:47:39,595 I want you to drop out of this case, Frank. 862 00:47:39,769 --> 00:47:41,380 What are you talking about? 863 00:47:41,554 --> 00:47:44,731 This is the lightest case to come across my desk in years. 864 00:47:46,124 --> 00:47:48,735 I handle all of the big cases in this city. This is nothing. 865 00:47:48,909 --> 00:47:50,234 Yeah, and I'm telling you it's an election year 866 00:47:50,258 --> 00:47:52,957 and I don't want you on this case. 867 00:47:53,131 --> 00:47:54,872 Does anybody have any treats? 868 00:47:55,785 --> 00:47:57,962 You're my campaign manager. 869 00:47:58,136 --> 00:48:00,138 Don't we want the media attention? 870 00:48:00,312 --> 00:48:01,791 Oh, bacon is my favorite. 871 00:48:01,966 --> 00:48:04,011 Sure, the right kind. 872 00:48:04,185 --> 00:48:06,884 Sausage. I also like sausage. 873 00:48:07,058 --> 00:48:08,078 You want to be known as the guy 874 00:48:08,102 --> 00:48:10,104 who took away a kid's dog? 875 00:48:10,278 --> 00:48:12,237 Maybe I'll reverse the ban. 876 00:48:12,411 --> 00:48:15,240 I'll give the kid back her dog and everybody will love me. 877 00:48:15,414 --> 00:48:16,458 Fine. 878 00:48:17,590 --> 00:48:18,896 And a couple years from now, 879 00:48:19,070 --> 00:48:20,593 a kid gets attacked by a pit bull, 880 00:48:20,767 --> 00:48:22,900 who do you think everyone's going to blame? 881 00:48:25,815 --> 00:48:27,121 Any kind of table scraps. 882 00:48:27,295 --> 00:48:28,427 Just give me what you got. 883 00:48:28,601 --> 00:48:29,602 I see your point. 884 00:48:29,776 --> 00:48:31,560 You can't win, Frank. 885 00:48:31,734 --> 00:48:33,214 Get off the case. 886 00:48:33,388 --> 00:48:35,695 The people of this city elected me to do a job. 887 00:48:35,869 --> 00:48:37,368 I'm just gonna have to take the case seriously 888 00:48:37,392 --> 00:48:39,090 and let the chips fall where they may. 889 00:48:41,962 --> 00:48:42,962 Is there any food 890 00:48:43,007 --> 00:48:44,008 in this office, or not? 891 00:48:49,404 --> 00:48:51,145 Did you know that communities 892 00:48:51,319 --> 00:48:54,192 across the country have ordinances that ban pit bulls? 893 00:48:55,149 --> 00:48:57,325 They're called breed specific laws, or BSLs. 894 00:48:57,499 --> 00:48:58,499 BSLs. 895 00:49:00,024 --> 00:49:02,940 My BFF is going to take the courtroom by storm. 896 00:49:03,114 --> 00:49:04,942 Yeah, think so? 897 00:49:05,116 --> 00:49:08,336 No doubt about it, girl. Who will be your first witness? 898 00:49:08,510 --> 00:49:10,948 Well, I was thinking I'd start from the very beginning, 899 00:49:11,122 --> 00:49:13,341 with the person who actually suggested the ban. 900 00:49:13,515 --> 00:49:14,995 We know her. 901 00:49:15,169 --> 00:49:17,389 Really? Do tell. 902 00:49:17,563 --> 00:49:18,738 Miss Jenkins. 903 00:49:18,912 --> 00:49:20,087 No way. 904 00:49:20,261 --> 00:49:21,393 Our teacher? 905 00:49:21,567 --> 00:49:23,134 Oh, yes way. 906 00:49:24,178 --> 00:49:27,094 She did say she had friends in high places. 907 00:49:28,617 --> 00:49:29,967 Wait. What? 908 00:49:30,141 --> 00:49:31,141 Remember? 909 00:49:31,185 --> 00:49:32,708 We were walking Bella 910 00:49:32,882 --> 00:49:34,884 and she said she had friends in high places. 911 00:49:35,059 --> 00:49:37,496 Maybe she has a friend from the city. 912 00:49:39,672 --> 00:49:40,978 You're a genius. 913 00:49:42,370 --> 00:49:43,370 Thanks. 914 00:49:44,242 --> 00:49:45,242 How? 915 00:49:55,166 --> 00:49:56,994 Boy, these lawyers are getting 916 00:49:57,168 --> 00:49:58,168 younger every day. 917 00:49:59,997 --> 00:50:00,998 All rise. 918 00:50:03,696 --> 00:50:06,873 Judge Francis Kelly presiding. Court is now in session. 919 00:50:07,874 --> 00:50:09,223 Good morning, everyone. 920 00:50:09,397 --> 00:50:10,397 Please be seated. 921 00:50:11,573 --> 00:50:13,097 And let's begin. 922 00:50:13,271 --> 00:50:16,361 Representing the City is William Laport. 923 00:50:16,535 --> 00:50:18,145 Good morning, Your Honor. 924 00:50:18,319 --> 00:50:22,758 And representing the People is Miss Amber Johnson. 925 00:50:23,846 --> 00:50:25,196 Yes, Your Honor. 926 00:50:25,370 --> 00:50:26,810 Representing the good people and dogs 927 00:50:26,849 --> 00:50:28,808 of this city and all others. 928 00:50:30,418 --> 00:50:34,248 Very good. Miss Johnson, do you have an opening statement? 929 00:50:34,422 --> 00:50:35,945 I do, Your Honor. 930 00:50:36,120 --> 00:50:37,706 But before I start, I would like permission to bring 931 00:50:37,730 --> 00:50:40,689 my Pit Bull Terrier puppy named Shadow into court. 932 00:50:40,863 --> 00:50:42,213 Shadow is a Pit Bull Terrier, 933 00:50:42,387 --> 00:50:44,563 and the reason this case is before you today. 934 00:50:45,651 --> 00:50:47,087 Granted. 935 00:50:47,261 --> 00:50:48,393 Bring in Shadow, please. 936 00:50:50,743 --> 00:50:54,268 Aww. 937 00:50:56,879 --> 00:50:58,272 Uh-oh. 938 00:50:58,446 --> 00:51:00,144 Look what the cat drug in, a pit bull. 939 00:51:01,449 --> 00:51:03,060 I'm getting out of here. 940 00:51:03,234 --> 00:51:05,758 Your Honor, as you can probably tell, 941 00:51:05,932 --> 00:51:07,455 I am not an attorney. 942 00:51:07,629 --> 00:51:09,631 I am a 12-year-old girl who, up until last week, 943 00:51:09,805 --> 00:51:12,808 was a proud owner of a Pit Bull Terrier puppy named Shadow. 944 00:51:12,982 --> 00:51:14,506 Amber. Amber. 945 00:51:14,680 --> 00:51:16,943 In the short time that Shadow was in our home, 946 00:51:17,117 --> 00:51:19,598 she brought great joy to our family. 947 00:51:19,772 --> 00:51:22,340 She is a very kind, sweet, 948 00:51:22,514 --> 00:51:26,474 and gentle dog who loves us very much. 949 00:51:26,648 --> 00:51:28,824 I researched what I should say in my opening statement 950 00:51:28,998 --> 00:51:30,522 and found out it needs to be 951 00:51:30,696 --> 00:51:33,220 about the evidence presented during the trial. 952 00:51:33,394 --> 00:51:35,483 "Stick to the facts," it said. 953 00:51:35,657 --> 00:51:39,096 So here goes. 954 00:51:39,270 --> 00:51:43,535 My argument against this unfair ban 955 00:51:43,709 --> 00:51:46,407 consists of two main facts. 956 00:51:46,581 --> 00:51:50,107 Number one: The city disregarded 957 00:51:50,281 --> 00:51:52,196 the fundamental rights of residents 958 00:51:52,370 --> 00:51:55,286 by not telling them they were going to vote on the ban. 959 00:51:55,460 --> 00:51:58,680 This is in direct violation of city rules. 960 00:51:58,854 --> 00:52:03,859 And number two: The ban completely discriminates 961 00:52:04,730 --> 00:52:07,036 against an entire breed of dogs. 962 00:52:07,211 --> 00:52:09,648 All dogs, including pit bulls, 963 00:52:09,822 --> 00:52:12,433 should be judged individually. 964 00:52:12,607 --> 00:52:16,872 Three years ago, Hill Valley banned Pit Bull Terriers. 965 00:52:18,613 --> 00:52:21,268 The ban was voted on by city council after one resident, 966 00:52:21,442 --> 00:52:26,621 just one, voiced her concern to a city official. 967 00:52:27,883 --> 00:52:29,363 She did not come before the board, 968 00:52:29,537 --> 00:52:30,993 and the council did not even allow residents 969 00:52:31,017 --> 00:52:33,062 to get their voices heard. 970 00:52:33,237 --> 00:52:36,283 Just one day after the complaint, 971 00:52:36,457 --> 00:52:40,331 with no public hearings, the ban went into effect. 972 00:52:41,375 --> 00:52:43,812 As to my second point, 973 00:52:43,986 --> 00:52:46,946 you'll find that even though this ban was enacted, 974 00:52:47,120 --> 00:52:48,861 there are no incidents of dog bites 975 00:52:49,035 --> 00:52:51,037 from pit bulls in our city. 976 00:52:51,211 --> 00:52:53,909 According to records kept at City Hall, 977 00:52:54,083 --> 00:52:56,477 there have been 30 reported dog bites in our city 978 00:52:56,651 --> 00:53:01,265 over the past 20 years, none of which are from pit bulls. 979 00:53:03,658 --> 00:53:05,486 These are the facts, Your Honor. 980 00:53:05,660 --> 00:53:06,705 Thank you. 981 00:53:12,972 --> 00:53:15,409 Thank you, Miss Johnson. 982 00:53:15,583 --> 00:53:18,107 Mr. Laport, do you have an opening statement? 983 00:53:18,282 --> 00:53:20,545 Your Honor, we believe the facts will show 984 00:53:20,719 --> 00:53:23,200 the city's ban on this predatory species of dog 985 00:53:23,374 --> 00:53:25,332 was done with full accordance of the law. 986 00:53:25,506 --> 00:53:28,509 Frankly, Miss Johnson's statement is potentially libelous. 987 00:53:28,683 --> 00:53:31,382 This ban was voted on by the entire council 988 00:53:31,556 --> 00:53:35,429 to protect the safety and well-being of local residents. 989 00:53:35,603 --> 00:53:38,693 Furthermore, pit bulls are a dangerous animal, 990 00:53:38,867 --> 00:53:40,739 often used for dog fighting. 991 00:53:40,913 --> 00:53:44,525 Allowing them in our city would simply be irresponsible. 992 00:53:44,699 --> 00:53:47,267 The breed represents a clear and present danger 993 00:53:47,441 --> 00:53:50,531 to the people and property of Hill Valley. 994 00:53:51,793 --> 00:53:56,407 Ask yourself, would a city with an anti-vandalism ordinance 995 00:53:56,581 --> 00:53:58,452 have to have an incident of vandalism 996 00:53:58,626 --> 00:54:00,628 in order for the ban to go into effect? 997 00:54:00,802 --> 00:54:02,587 Of course not. 998 00:54:02,761 --> 00:54:04,328 These are preventative measures 999 00:54:04,502 --> 00:54:06,634 to help protect all residents. 1000 00:54:06,808 --> 00:54:10,421 And the same can be said for a ban on pit bulls. 1001 00:54:10,595 --> 00:54:15,643 These animals are an unpredictable and predatory species. 1002 00:54:16,514 --> 00:54:19,038 The ban was needed then and it's needed now. 1003 00:54:20,300 --> 00:54:21,562 Thank you. 1004 00:54:21,736 --> 00:54:22,736 That's true. 1005 00:54:22,868 --> 00:54:24,435 Thank you, Mr. Laport. 1006 00:54:24,609 --> 00:54:27,438 Miss Johnson, please call your first witness. 1007 00:54:28,743 --> 00:54:30,919 Your Honor, I'd like to call Miss Martha Jenkins 1008 00:54:31,093 --> 00:54:32,704 of Hill Valley Middle School. 1009 00:54:33,618 --> 00:54:35,707 Miss Jenkins, please step forward. 1010 00:54:43,367 --> 00:54:45,412 Please raise your right hand. 1011 00:54:45,586 --> 00:54:47,477 Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, 1012 00:54:47,501 --> 00:54:49,044 and nothing but the truth, so help you God? 1013 00:54:49,068 --> 00:54:50,330 Yes. Yes, I do. 1014 00:54:50,504 --> 00:54:51,504 Have a seat. 1015 00:54:56,684 --> 00:54:58,425 Good morning, Miss Jenkins. 1016 00:54:58,599 --> 00:55:00,079 Good morning. 1017 00:55:00,253 --> 00:55:02,386 Three years ago, you came to the city offices 1018 00:55:02,560 --> 00:55:05,214 inquiring about a ban on pit bulls. 1019 00:55:05,389 --> 00:55:06,433 Is this correct? 1020 00:55:07,608 --> 00:55:08,870 Yes, that's correct. 1021 00:55:09,044 --> 00:55:11,395 Why did you want this ban? 1022 00:55:11,569 --> 00:55:13,111 Well, I had read that the City of Denver 1023 00:55:13,135 --> 00:55:14,746 had started the ban, 1024 00:55:14,920 --> 00:55:16,965 and I thought it would be great public policy 1025 00:55:17,139 --> 00:55:18,576 for Hill Valley as well. 1026 00:55:18,750 --> 00:55:21,318 Yes, but that answer is vague. 1027 00:55:21,492 --> 00:55:24,538 What I'm looking for are specifics and facts. 1028 00:55:24,712 --> 00:55:28,368 For example, is there an experience you personally had 1029 00:55:28,542 --> 00:55:31,328 with a pit bull that made you want this ban? 1030 00:55:32,938 --> 00:55:34,418 Well, no, but- 1031 00:55:34,592 --> 00:55:37,421 - There had to be something, correct? 1032 00:55:37,595 --> 00:55:41,338 Pit bulls are mean, nasty, ferocious dogs. 1033 00:55:41,512 --> 00:55:42,991 Everyone knows that. 1034 00:55:43,165 --> 00:55:45,037 They're vicious animals. 1035 00:55:45,211 --> 00:55:46,343 But I'm not. 1036 00:55:47,648 --> 00:55:51,304 Miss Jenkins, you can't just say how you feel. 1037 00:55:52,479 --> 00:55:54,525 Are you able to prove any of this? 1038 00:55:54,699 --> 00:55:57,354 I'm sorry, but without citing your sources, 1039 00:55:57,528 --> 00:55:59,530 your statements just carry no weight. 1040 00:55:59,704 --> 00:56:01,619 Don't you speak to me like that, young lady. 1041 00:56:01,793 --> 00:56:03,577 Objection, Your Honor. 1042 00:56:04,752 --> 00:56:06,450 You don't get to object, Miss Jenkins. 1043 00:56:06,624 --> 00:56:07,799 Objection, Your Honor. 1044 00:56:07,973 --> 00:56:09,191 Overruled. 1045 00:56:09,366 --> 00:56:11,411 Miss Jenkins, do you have any proof 1046 00:56:11,585 --> 00:56:13,021 to back up your statements? 1047 00:56:13,195 --> 00:56:17,112 Well, um, I'm... 1048 00:56:19,419 --> 00:56:20,725 I'm assigning you extra homework 1049 00:56:20,899 --> 00:56:22,335 and taking away your recess period. 1050 00:56:22,509 --> 00:56:24,029 Miss Jenkins, threatening an attorney 1051 00:56:24,119 --> 00:56:28,036 in my courtroom is a very serious offense. 1052 00:56:28,210 --> 00:56:30,387 Would you like to rethink your statement? 1053 00:56:30,561 --> 00:56:31,562 My apologies. 1054 00:56:34,347 --> 00:56:36,305 Very well. We'll let it slide this time. 1055 00:56:36,480 --> 00:56:38,786 Miss Johnson, you may continue. 1056 00:56:39,787 --> 00:56:41,441 I love fingers. 1057 00:56:41,615 --> 00:56:43,312 I love you, Amber. 1058 00:56:43,487 --> 00:56:45,445 Step away from the cage, please. 1059 00:56:45,619 --> 00:56:47,186 Ferocious. 1060 00:56:47,360 --> 00:56:49,710 Your Honor, do we really need these types of antics? 1061 00:56:49,884 --> 00:56:53,148 Miss Johnson is obviously trying to undermine the witness 1062 00:56:53,322 --> 00:56:54,802 instead of question her. 1063 00:56:54,976 --> 00:56:56,563 Miss Johnson, do you have any other questions 1064 00:56:56,587 --> 00:56:58,458 for Miss Jenkins? 1065 00:56:58,632 --> 00:56:59,632 Yes, Your Honor. 1066 00:57:00,895 --> 00:57:02,157 One more question. 1067 00:57:03,332 --> 00:57:06,510 Miss Jenkins, who did you first contact 1068 00:57:06,684 --> 00:57:07,989 about this potential ban? 1069 00:57:09,295 --> 00:57:11,123 I don't see why that's important. 1070 00:57:11,297 --> 00:57:14,213 Miss Jenkins, you will answer the question. 1071 00:57:15,910 --> 00:57:17,651 I contacted William Laport. 1072 00:57:19,218 --> 00:57:23,135 You mean, Attorney Laport, who's arguing the city's case? 1073 00:57:23,309 --> 00:57:24,832 Yes. 1074 00:57:25,006 --> 00:57:26,201 Had you known Attorney Laport prior? 1075 00:57:26,225 --> 00:57:27,618 Objection, Your Honor. 1076 00:57:27,792 --> 00:57:29,533 Miss Jenkins's prior relationship to me 1077 00:57:29,707 --> 00:57:32,536 or anyone else isn't relevant to this case. 1078 00:57:32,710 --> 00:57:33,885 Overruled. 1079 00:57:35,930 --> 00:57:37,541 What's going on here, Bill? 1080 00:57:37,715 --> 00:57:40,587 Well, you see, Your Honor, Miss Jenkins and... 1081 00:57:44,852 --> 00:57:45,940 Never mind. Never mind. 1082 00:57:46,114 --> 00:57:47,551 Sit down, Bill. 1083 00:57:47,725 --> 00:57:48,725 Yes, sir. 1084 00:57:55,384 --> 00:57:56,995 Carry on, Miss Johnson. 1085 00:57:58,083 --> 00:57:59,519 Thank you, Your Honor. 1086 00:57:59,693 --> 00:58:02,566 Miss Jenkins, please answer the question. 1087 00:58:03,436 --> 00:58:05,394 Did you know Attorney Laport 1088 00:58:05,569 --> 00:58:08,223 before asking him to champion the ban on pit bulls? 1089 00:58:10,791 --> 00:58:11,791 Yes. 1090 00:58:12,880 --> 00:58:14,491 How exactly did you know him? 1091 00:58:15,709 --> 00:58:18,538 Mr. Laport is my fiance. 1092 00:58:18,712 --> 00:58:20,540 Oops, busted. 1093 00:58:20,714 --> 00:58:22,020 Thank you, Miss Jenkins. 1094 00:58:23,587 --> 00:58:26,720 Your witness, Mr. Laport. No pun intended. 1095 00:58:30,985 --> 00:58:34,598 Miss Jenkins, did our relationship, in any way, 1096 00:58:34,772 --> 00:58:38,776 affect the council's decision to ban pit bulls? 1097 00:58:38,950 --> 00:58:42,214 Well, Bill, you did say you could make it happen. 1098 00:58:43,911 --> 00:58:45,957 Miss Jenkins, let's be clear. 1099 00:58:46,131 --> 00:58:48,655 I, in no way, alluded to the fact 1100 00:58:48,829 --> 00:58:53,660 that I could sway the council in any way, correct? 1101 00:58:53,834 --> 00:58:54,661 You said that you could get them 1102 00:58:54,835 --> 00:58:56,837 to do anything you wanted. 1103 00:58:57,011 --> 00:58:59,294 No further questions, Your Honor. Thank you, Miss Jenkins. 1104 00:58:59,318 --> 00:59:00,667 You may step down. 1105 00:59:02,843 --> 00:59:04,541 You may step down. 1106 00:59:04,715 --> 00:59:06,064 Don't snap at me. 1107 00:59:16,901 --> 00:59:18,741 The weight of the world on her tiny shoulders 1108 00:59:18,903 --> 00:59:22,733 and she remembers my treat, always. 1109 00:59:22,907 --> 00:59:25,387 Tomorrow is gonna be the biggest day in Amber's life. 1110 00:59:25,562 --> 00:59:27,041 It's the last day of the trial 1111 00:59:27,215 --> 00:59:29,696 and she gives her closing argument. 1112 00:59:29,870 --> 00:59:33,874 Amber has worked real hard, but she needs a game changer. 1113 00:59:34,048 --> 00:59:35,528 Let's see what she 1114 00:59:35,702 --> 00:59:37,399 and Sam are cooking up. Just about done. 1115 00:59:43,971 --> 00:59:45,712 Did our relationship, in anyway, 1116 00:59:45,886 --> 00:59:48,759 affect the council's decision to ban pit bulls? 1117 00:59:50,195 --> 00:59:51,675 Well, Bill, you did say 1118 00:59:51,849 --> 00:59:53,720 you could make it happen. 1119 00:59:55,417 --> 00:59:57,681 Miss Jenkins, let's be clear. 1120 00:59:57,855 --> 01:00:00,292 I, in no way, alluded to the fact 1121 01:00:00,466 --> 01:00:04,078 that I could sway the council in any way, correct? 1122 01:00:05,340 --> 01:00:06,660 You said that you could get them 1123 01:00:06,820 --> 01:00:07,860 to do anything you wanted. 1124 01:00:07,995 --> 01:00:09,301 Viral gold. 1125 01:00:09,475 --> 01:00:10,607 Should I upload it? 1126 01:00:10,781 --> 01:00:11,781 Go for it. 1127 01:00:27,449 --> 01:00:29,408 Miss Johnson, Judge Kelly would like to see you 1128 01:00:29,582 --> 01:00:32,150 in his office before we get started today. 1129 01:00:41,899 --> 01:00:43,814 Did our relationship, in any way, 1130 01:00:43,988 --> 01:00:47,861 affect the council's decision to ban pit bulls? 1131 01:00:48,035 --> 01:00:49,689 Well, Bill, you did say 1132 01:00:49,863 --> 01:00:51,299 you could make it happen. 1133 01:00:55,477 --> 01:00:57,436 "Odor in the Court"? 1134 01:00:57,610 --> 01:00:58,872 Not funny? 1135 01:00:59,046 --> 01:01:00,700 No, not funny at all. 1136 01:01:00,874 --> 01:01:03,355 Amber, I told you I expect you to act 1137 01:01:03,529 --> 01:01:05,444 in a professional manner, correct? 1138 01:01:06,184 --> 01:01:07,751 Yes. 1139 01:01:07,925 --> 01:01:08,708 Yes what? 1140 01:01:08,882 --> 01:01:10,014 Yes, Your Honor. 1141 01:01:14,583 --> 01:01:16,411 Did your friend do this? 1142 01:01:18,457 --> 01:01:19,501 Yes, Your Honor. 1143 01:01:20,633 --> 01:01:22,374 And I knew she was doing it too. 1144 01:01:22,548 --> 01:01:24,724 I told her it would be okay to put it on the internet. 1145 01:01:24,898 --> 01:01:26,987 Well, it's not okay. 1146 01:01:28,249 --> 01:01:31,209 Videotaping court proceedings is strictly prohibited. 1147 01:01:31,383 --> 01:01:34,299 Your friend needs to take this off the internet immediately. 1148 01:01:35,604 --> 01:01:36,867 If she violates the rule again, 1149 01:01:37,041 --> 01:01:40,784 I will disqualify you from my court 1150 01:01:40,958 --> 01:01:43,308 and the ban on pit bulls will stand. 1151 01:01:43,482 --> 01:01:44,570 Do you understand? 1152 01:01:45,658 --> 01:01:47,268 I do, Your Honor. I'm sorry. 1153 01:01:48,574 --> 01:01:50,707 And don't let it happen again. 1154 01:01:53,013 --> 01:01:55,407 And don't expect any breaks today. 1155 01:01:55,581 --> 01:01:56,581 Yes, sir. 1156 01:01:58,932 --> 01:01:59,932 Dismissed. 1157 01:02:14,208 --> 01:02:16,776 Quite a mess you've made for yourself, Frank. 1158 01:02:19,083 --> 01:02:21,607 Mess? Did somebody drop some food? 1159 01:02:22,695 --> 01:02:23,827 Miss Johnson, 1160 01:02:24,001 --> 01:02:25,611 please call your first witness. 1161 01:02:26,568 --> 01:02:27,613 Yes, Your Honor. 1162 01:02:27,787 --> 01:02:30,311 Well, sort of, but not really. 1163 01:02:32,226 --> 01:02:35,752 I have a prerecorded testimony from Dr. Robertson, 1164 01:02:35,926 --> 01:02:38,972 a licensed veterinarian and also manager of Bark-A-Bout. 1165 01:02:39,146 --> 01:02:40,669 Objection, Your Honor. 1166 01:02:40,844 --> 01:02:42,644 I have no way of cross-examining this witness. 1167 01:02:42,715 --> 01:02:44,543 Sustained. 1168 01:02:44,717 --> 01:02:47,067 I'm sorry, Miss Johnson, but I'm not gonna be able to weigh 1169 01:02:47,241 --> 01:02:49,766 Dr. Robertson's testimony when I make my decision. 1170 01:02:51,245 --> 01:02:52,681 Please continue with your case. 1171 01:02:52,856 --> 01:02:53,856 Yes, Your Honor. 1172 01:02:59,993 --> 01:03:01,603 Hello, Your Honor. 1173 01:03:01,778 --> 01:03:03,618 I'm sorry that I cannot make it in court today, 1174 01:03:03,692 --> 01:03:05,216 but I'd like to tell you, 1175 01:03:05,390 --> 01:03:07,087 in all my years working with animals, 1176 01:03:07,261 --> 01:03:10,221 I've had many experiences working with pit bulls 1177 01:03:10,395 --> 01:03:14,007 and they are not nicer or kinder than any other breed. 1178 01:03:14,181 --> 01:03:16,836 It all depends on the way the dog is raised. 1179 01:03:17,010 --> 01:03:19,970 If a dog's raised with love and kindness, 1180 01:03:20,144 --> 01:03:22,886 then the dog has love and kindness inside of it. 1181 01:03:24,670 --> 01:03:28,021 In this case, I know that Amber has so much love 1182 01:03:28,195 --> 01:03:29,980 and kindness inside of her 1183 01:03:30,154 --> 01:03:33,244 and, therefore, I say that Shadow is not a threat 1184 01:03:33,418 --> 01:03:34,506 in any way to our city. 1185 01:03:34,680 --> 01:03:36,160 Again, Your Honor, I object. 1186 01:03:36,334 --> 01:03:38,902 I'd like to be able to cross-examine this witness, 1187 01:03:39,076 --> 01:03:40,516 but I'm stuck with a computer screen. 1188 01:03:40,686 --> 01:03:42,166 I'm sorry, Miss Johnson, 1189 01:03:42,340 --> 01:03:45,038 but I am not gonna weigh Dr. Robertson's testimony 1190 01:03:45,212 --> 01:03:46,431 when I make my decision. 1191 01:03:47,649 --> 01:03:49,782 Please, continue with your case. 1192 01:03:55,092 --> 01:03:57,834 Samantha, could you please put Exhibit One on the easel? 1193 01:04:04,492 --> 01:04:05,972 This is a blown up replica 1194 01:04:06,146 --> 01:04:07,907 of my recently written research paper entitled, 1195 01:04:07,931 --> 01:04:10,237 "Why Pit Bulls Are Misunderstood." 1196 01:04:11,195 --> 01:04:13,632 As you can see, I got an A plus on this paper. 1197 01:04:14,459 --> 01:04:16,113 Congratulations. 1198 01:04:17,114 --> 01:04:19,203 An A plus is very difficult to achieve 1199 01:04:19,377 --> 01:04:20,552 in Miss Jenkins's class. 1200 01:04:20,726 --> 01:04:22,075 Isn't that right, Samantha? 1201 01:04:22,249 --> 01:04:23,249 It is. 1202 01:04:24,121 --> 01:04:24,861 Your Honor, do we really- 1203 01:04:25,035 --> 01:04:26,035 - Uh... 1204 01:04:26,863 --> 01:04:29,300 Please, continue, Miss Johnson. 1205 01:04:29,474 --> 01:04:32,085 Samantha, could you please put Exhibit Two on the easel? 1206 01:04:37,395 --> 01:04:38,831 As you can see, the ASPCA, 1207 01:04:39,005 --> 01:04:41,051 that's short for the American Society 1208 01:04:41,225 --> 01:04:43,270 for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 1209 01:04:43,444 --> 01:04:46,970 published a chart that shows all of the recorded dog bites 1210 01:04:47,144 --> 01:04:49,798 within the past year along the left side of the chart. 1211 01:04:49,973 --> 01:04:51,583 Along the bottom, you will see the breeds 1212 01:04:51,757 --> 01:04:53,237 that caused these bites. 1213 01:04:53,411 --> 01:04:55,979 Among these breeds are German Shepherd, beagle, 1214 01:04:56,153 --> 01:04:59,765 Rottweiler, Poodle, Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, 1215 01:04:59,939 --> 01:05:02,115 Bull Terrier, also known as the pit bull, 1216 01:05:02,289 --> 01:05:03,987 Cocker Spaniel, and Havanese. 1217 01:05:05,597 --> 01:05:09,035 As you can see, the Chihuahua has most reported dog bites, 1218 01:05:09,209 --> 01:05:13,039 more than the Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Rottweiler, 1219 01:05:13,213 --> 01:05:14,736 Bull Terrier, also known as pit bull, 1220 01:05:14,911 --> 01:05:16,347 and all of the other breeds. 1221 01:05:16,521 --> 01:05:18,044 Chihuahuas are bad. 1222 01:05:18,218 --> 01:05:19,263 Stay away from Chihuahuas. 1223 01:05:19,437 --> 01:05:20,742 Samantha, could you please put 1224 01:05:20,917 --> 01:05:22,527 Exhibit Number Three on the board? 1225 01:05:28,359 --> 01:05:31,014 This is a quote from the American Kennel Club. 1226 01:05:31,188 --> 01:05:33,277 It reads, "Today's responsible breeders" 1227 01:05:33,451 --> 01:05:36,802 are producing sweet-natured, family-oriented pit bulls 1228 01:05:36,976 --> 01:05:40,588 so trustworthy that they've earned the name as a nanny dog, 1229 01:05:40,762 --> 01:05:44,244 "a child's patient playmate and steady guardian." 1230 01:05:44,418 --> 01:05:46,681 And that's a quote, you say, from the AKC? 1231 01:05:46,855 --> 01:05:48,596 Yes, Your Honor, sir. 1232 01:05:48,770 --> 01:05:51,164 It is from my paper and direct from the research I did. 1233 01:05:52,209 --> 01:05:53,732 And might I remind you, 1234 01:05:53,906 --> 01:05:56,039 I did get an A plus in Miss Jenkins's class. 1235 01:05:56,213 --> 01:05:58,824 Yeah, that did not slip my mind, 1236 01:05:58,998 --> 01:06:00,106 but thank you very much for reminding me. 1237 01:06:00,130 --> 01:06:01,696 Please, go on. 1238 01:06:01,870 --> 01:06:03,150 Samantha, could you please put 1239 01:06:03,263 --> 01:06:05,004 Exhibit Number Four on the easel? 1240 01:06:09,095 --> 01:06:11,402 This carefully researched article states 1241 01:06:11,576 --> 01:06:12,770 that pit bulls that are mistreated 1242 01:06:12,794 --> 01:06:14,840 by humans can be taught to bite, 1243 01:06:15,014 --> 01:06:17,625 but the problem is with the humans that mistreat them, 1244 01:06:17,799 --> 01:06:19,584 not with the breed itself. 1245 01:06:19,758 --> 01:06:22,674 This "Huffington Post" article is one of my main sources 1246 01:06:22,848 --> 01:06:24,981 for my paper that led me to get an A plus. 1247 01:06:26,286 --> 01:06:30,160 See, what Shadow needs, just like any other puppy, 1248 01:06:30,334 --> 01:06:35,513 is good exercise, love, food, and good training. 1249 01:06:36,993 --> 01:06:39,386 If you can give this to a puppy, 1250 01:06:39,560 --> 01:06:44,522 or any dog for that matter, you'll get a great pet. 1251 01:06:45,827 --> 01:06:47,220 Wow. That was good. 1252 01:06:47,394 --> 01:06:48,526 Thank you, Your Honor. 1253 01:06:50,919 --> 01:06:52,008 Thank you, Miss Johnson. 1254 01:06:55,098 --> 01:06:56,795 Mr. Laport, perhaps you would like 1255 01:06:56,969 --> 01:06:58,971 to argue against this paper 1256 01:06:59,145 --> 01:07:03,541 and explain why your fiancee was wrong to give it an A plus. 1257 01:07:07,762 --> 01:07:09,025 Not at this time, Your Honor. 1258 01:07:09,199 --> 01:07:10,548 Very wise. 1259 01:07:10,722 --> 01:07:11,916 Miss Johnson, I understand that you have 1260 01:07:11,940 --> 01:07:13,159 one more witness to call. 1261 01:07:13,333 --> 01:07:14,508 Yes, Your Honor. 1262 01:07:14,682 --> 01:07:16,249 Please, go ahead. 1263 01:07:16,423 --> 01:07:19,122 Your Honor, this is my best exhibit of all. 1264 01:07:26,781 --> 01:07:28,522 Thank you a thousand times. 1265 01:07:28,696 --> 01:07:29,696 You bet. 1266 01:07:32,135 --> 01:07:33,135 Hey, baby. 1267 01:07:34,137 --> 01:07:35,137 Hi. 1268 01:07:36,008 --> 01:07:37,183 Hello. 1269 01:07:37,357 --> 01:07:38,357 Oh. I got you. 1270 01:07:38,445 --> 01:07:39,446 Oh. 1271 01:07:45,670 --> 01:07:49,848 Your Honor, this is Shadow the pit bull. Wanna pet her? 1272 01:07:50,022 --> 01:07:51,022 Um. 1273 01:07:51,763 --> 01:07:53,330 Hi. Hello, hello, hello. 1274 01:07:55,288 --> 01:07:57,203 Yes, you're very, very cute. 1275 01:07:59,945 --> 01:08:02,208 Miss Johnson, Amber, 1276 01:08:03,775 --> 01:08:05,603 why don't you take your adorable pet home 1277 01:08:05,777 --> 01:08:07,779 and raise her well? 1278 01:08:07,953 --> 01:08:11,217 I declare the ban on pit bulls to be banned. 1279 01:08:16,570 --> 01:08:19,312 Well, there you have it, boys and girls. 1280 01:08:19,486 --> 01:08:22,054 Really, did you have any doubts? 1281 01:08:22,228 --> 01:08:23,838 With the help of Amber's defense, 1282 01:08:24,012 --> 01:08:27,973 the city of Hill Valley now welcomes all kinds of dogs, 1283 01:08:28,147 --> 01:08:32,978 tall ones, short ones, fat and skinny, and pit bulls too. 1284 01:08:33,152 --> 01:08:35,459 Shadow was able to come home with Amber that day, 1285 01:08:35,633 --> 01:08:38,114 and Mrs. Jenkins hasn't assigned 1286 01:08:38,288 --> 01:08:41,552 a single bit of homework since the trial. 1287 01:08:41,726 --> 01:08:42,727 I love you, Amber. 1288 01:08:42,901 --> 01:08:45,469 We're gonna be together forever.