CONVICTED (2017) | Connor Taylor, born c. 1993, of Ridley Street, Stanley DH9 0PD – failed to seek medical help for a dog suffering from swellings in his ears
Father-of-two Connor Taylor eventually sought veterinary attention for the Staffordshire bull terrier pup called Diesel when the haematomas affecting both of his ears burst.
The dog had to be put down as a result of the swellings.
Taylor pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal.
Bill Davison, mitigating, said there was no pre-meditation or wickedness involved in the matter. He added the defendant did not intend to keep or own more animals.
Sentencing: £100 prosecution costs. Five-year animal banning order (expired March 2022).
There Are PDSA Vet Clinics and RSPCA Clinics in some Areas. Failing This:
You Have To Be Prepared To Get Veterinary Help When Needed.