CONVICTED (2019) | Stephen Campbell, born c. 1983, and wife Helen Campbell, born c. 1977, of North Ravensworth Street, Sunderland SR4 6BD – neglected two dogs and six cats.
RSPCA prosecutor Stewart Haywood said the couple’s animal welfare offences came to light after an inspector visited their home earlier in 2019.
The inspector saw a lurcher-type dog, named Sweep, who was missing around half of his fur and was found to have a severe skin condition and flea infestation.
The cats were also suffering from flea infestations and it was said the animals were not kept in a suitable environment.
The court heard that Helen Campbell, who was disabled and used a wheelchair, had mental health difficulties and her husband had struggled to look after their children, the animals and his wife.
Stephen Campbell was also prosecuted for sending malicious communications to a local councillor.
Sentencing |
Stephen Campbell: 21 weeks in prison for the malicious communications and animal welfare offences.
Helen Campbell: 18 weeks in prison, suspended for a year; 20 days of rehabilitation activities.
Both were both banned from keeping animals for five years (expires December 2024).
If they had Bathed the Animals in A Good Quality Flea Shampoo. Used Drops such as Frontline Plus on the Animals the following day, also De Wormed the Animals. Vacuumed the house a thorough as possible. Mopped and cleaned as much as Possible with Bleach. You can also Contact The Local Council to Spray the Premises, I think they use Product called Ficam. That would have kept on top of it.
I have a Cat Rescue and keep Feral Cats. I Worm them every 3 Months, I also purchase Flea Tablets which I Place in the Food.