CONVICTED (2021) | Mark Main, born 9 June 1978, of 27 Gantock Crescent, Glasgow G33 3PL – beat his pet dog in the street.
Mark Main was spotted by shocked witnesses kicking and punching the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, named Rasta.
The incident occurred in Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street around lunchtime on June 23, 2021.
Main was later traced by police.
Prosecutor Ally Roy told Glasgow Sheriff Court the animal was put into kennels, but fortunately suffered no injuries.
Main admitted causing the pet unnecessary suffering.
The court heard claims Main was under the influence at the time.
Paul Sutherland, defending, said: “He acted horribly. He has a genuine affection for the animal and accepts he is guilty and is very sorry.
“He treats the dog like a son and loves it very much.”
The lawyer stated that he would like the dog to be returned to him.
This request was denied with Sheriff Jonathan Guy telling Main: “This was extremely poor behaviour towards your dog.”
Sentencing: curfew and a one-year ban (expired September 2022).
If you haven’t got the patience for Basic Training that a Dog will need. Then don’t get a Dog in the first place.