His foster owner , Dania Skone, is the founder of non-profit organisation Bull Terrier, Adorabull Rescue and Rehabilitation. She rescued Benson after his picture was posted on retail website Gumtree.
'Benson was being advertised as 'free to a good home, unneutered male, not good with other dogs'. We flew him up from Durban [to the Vaal Triangle] to prevent him from ending up as a bait dog,' said Skone.
She explained that dog-fighting syndicates have become increasingly brazen, surfing the web for prized fighting animals like Benson. But they are also scouring the sites for meek and nervous dogs.
'They basically train the pit bulls . to be aggressive by virtually setting them on these other dogs,' Skone said.
'Across the country there are thousands of damaged dogs . dogs that had a bad start in life, and people need to understand that this is what is happening when they advertise their dogs 'free to good homes'.'
Skone said the internet was used because it was a quick way for a well-meaning owner to find a new home for a pet because it involved less paperwork and was relatively uncomplicated.
The Lucky Lucy Foundation in Kraaifontein, Cape Town - another dog rescue organisation - requires potential dog owners to fill in a seven-page application form. Details required include personal references and the contact details of a veterinarian, among other things.
'There's no need for people to be advertising online,' said Skone. 'There are plenty of rescue organisations. If anybody rings you and says, 'I'll fetch the dog tomorrow', don't trust them. They must be happy for you to do some [home] visits.'
'You wouldn't [find a home for] a child from an orphanage without going through proper checks.'
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