The owner of two dogs found in an emaciated state in what an RSPCA inspector said was one of the worst cases she has seen has been banned from keeping animals.
The American XL bullies, a male called Tyson and a female called Lola, were discovered at Ricki Haywood’s property in New Cross Walk, Sheffieldlast December.
While the inspectors were there, Tyson stumbled down his steps and collapsed. He later had to be put to sleep. Lola survived and is recovering.
Haywood, 40, pleaded guilty to three animal welfare offenses and appeared to be sentencing at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court.
Lola…