Llys Nini branch of the RSPCA - News - 07/12/06 - Give a long stay animal from Llys Nini a home this Christmas

A Flea infested and emaciated dog seized from a Swansea family home by the RSPCA was less than two thirds its proper weight."This animal had very simple and obvious ailments that could have been dealt with using very simple and obvious treatment," prosecutor John Tarrant told Swansea magistrates.

However, the dog was not given any veterinary care and ended up in a very poor bodily condition, he said.

Patricia Beynon, aged 49, of Caradog Place, Townhill, appeared before the court to admit causing unnecessary suffering to a four-year-old collie cross named Cassie.

RSPCA Inspector Neill Manley called at the house on June 30 and noted the dog had extensive fur loss.

"He could clearly see fleas moving about on its back and areas of its body that were red and sore," said the prosecutor.

The dog was evidently underweight and was scratching continuously.

Areas of exposed skin were thickened and crusted and its ears were infected.

It was seized by the RSPCA and examined by a vet. Cassie was found to weigh just 9.7 kilograms. Her optimum weight would have been 15 kilograms.

Solicitor Lee Davies, for Beynon, said the dog was owned by her daughter but she had been looking after it.

"She tried to treat the dog herself and she now realises that that treatment was insufficient," he said.

The court banned Beynon from keeping any animal for 15 years and ordered that the ownership of the dog be transferred to the RSPCA.

She was ordered to pay £400 in fine and costs.

Cassie, who is now in a fit and healthy condition, will now be offered for rehoming.

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07/12/06: Give a long stay animal from Llys Nini a home
	The Llys Nini Animal Centre has a number of animals who, through no fault of their own, have been at the Centre for some time. Many are 'case' animals, who cannot be offered for rehoming until their cruelty case passes through the courts and the animal concerned is legally allowed to be offered to a new owner. Here are two such stories. The pictures shown are of the animals now, and are a marked contrast to how they were upon arrival. The staff dedicate hour after hour to helping the animals recover, and in many cases, to trust people again. Details of many of the animals who are currently looking for homes are available. If you do like any particular animal, please contact the staff of Llys Nini before travelling to ensure that they are still with us. Thank you, on behalf of all at Llys Nini.
A Flea infested and emaciated dog seized from a Swansea family home by the RSPCA was less than two thirds its proper weight."This animal had very simple and obvious ailments that could have been dealt with using very simple and obvious treatment," prosecutor John Tarrant told Swansea magistrates. However, the dog was not given any veterinary care and ended up in a very poor bodily condition, he said. Patricia Beynon, aged 49, of Caradog Place, Townhill, appeared before the court to admit causing unnecessary suffering to a four-year-old collie cross named Cassie. RSPCA Inspector Neill Manley called at the house on June 30 and noted the dog had extensive fur loss. "He could clearly see fleas moving about on its back and areas of its body that were red and sore," said the prosecutor. The dog was evidently underweight and was scratching continuously. Areas of exposed skin were thickened and crusted and its ears were infected. It was seized by the RSPCA and examined by a vet. Cassie was found to weigh just 9.7 kilograms. Her optimum weight would have been 15 kilograms. Solicitor Lee Davies, for Beynon, said the dog was owned by her daughter but she had been looking after it. "She tried to treat the dog herself and she now realises that that treatment was insufficient," he said. The court banned Beynon from keeping any animal for 15 years and ordered that the ownership of the dog be transferred to the RSPCA. She was ordered to pay £400 in fine and costs. Cassie, who is now in a fit and healthy condition, will now be offered for rehoming.	"Hi, I am Cassie and I am desperately looking for a new home as I have been here a long time as a cruelty case and do not like being in kennels at all. I am quite timid and can be a little nervous of new people but am super friendly once I know you. I would preferably like a fairly quiet home with no young kids or other dogs. If you think you can help me then please ask to see me out of my kennel. Love and licks, Cassie. xxx"
"My name is Molly. I am a 2 to 3 year old Doberman bitch who really, really needs a new loving home. I am quite nervous and came in very thin, so I need a quiet home who will spend time with me to give me more confidence. Once you get to know me I love a scratch and a nice walk. I hope you can help me find a good home. Molly x x x"	Molly, a Doberman bitch, is currently being cared for at the Llys Nini animal rescue centre in Penllergaer. She was rescued by inspector Elaine Spence. When she was found all the bones in her body were said to be prominent and she weighed less than 20 kilograms. Molly's owner, pleaded guilty to causing the dog unnecessary suffering and was fined £300 and ordered to pay £200 towards the cost of the RSPCA prosecution. She asked to keep the dog but the Magistrate refused and signed Molly over to Llys Nini. Molly has put on weight and now tops 30 kilograms. Inspector Spence said: "Molly has gained a third of her original weight since being at Llys Nini. It is simply not acceptable to allow your pet to become so underweight due to underfeeding." Molly is still at Llys Nini, she has been through a lot and deserves a loving home. In her kennel she can appear to be aggressive, but when you met her she is a lovely dog. She needs a home with no other animals and were she can get lot of love.