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The Two by Two Series: Part 2 — Promise, Power & Public Deception
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The Two by Two Series: Part 2 — Promise, Power & Public Deception

What happens when a rescue leader inserts herself into a cruelty case, defies court orders, and sues another rescue?
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In Part 2 of The Two by Two Series, we dig into the shocking legal battle over a pit bull named Promise. This wasn’t just a custody disagreement—it was a full-blown public meltdown fueled by ego, misinformation, and an unwillingness to let go.

Two by Two Rescue director Sonya King found herself at the center of a criminal cruelty investigation—not as a witness, but as someone actively disrupting law enforcement and GBHS’s efforts to protect the dog and prosecute abuse. When the dog was ordered into evidence custody, Sonya refused to comply—claiming the judge's order was forged. Then she sued a fellow rescue, further dividing the rescue community and weaponizing the legal system in what appeared to be a deeply personal quest for control.

We break down court documents, Sonya’s deposition, and firsthand interviews with the director of GBHS, who sets the record straight on what really happened behind the scenes. We also examine the shocking contradictions between public fundraising claims and sworn legal testimony.

In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.
In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.
In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.In Sonya King’s own lawsuit over a dog she didn’t legally own, her attorney admits she may have already spent at least $30,000 in legal fees—while the rescue publicly claimed the case was taken on pro bono. So which is it? These screenshots from the deposition raise serious questions about donor transparency and who’s really footing the bill.
When a “pro bono” case suddenly costs $30,000… someone’s not telling the truth.
The court order remanding custody to GBHS
Steven Williams completed community service for the animal cruelty charge against Promise

Why would someone go this hard over one dog? Was it money? Ego? A savior complex? The damage to the rescue world is undeniable.
Plus, stay tuned—CJ’s sister Brittany will be joining an upcoming episode to respond to the personal attacks Sonya made about her family. And several former employees are already on the record.

This story is far from over.

Until next time, stay unfiltered, friends.

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