UK Animal Cruelty Files

24/10/2025

CONVICTED | Chloe Britton, 22, from Cardiff - left her pets to starve.

RSPCA Inspector Emma Smith found a dachshund called Woody and a cat called Ginge both in an emaciated state when she went to Britton’s home on separate occasions on January 14 and March 26, 2025.

When the inspector visited in January, she found Woody and a French bulldog called Hugo in a conservatory. While Hugo was in a “reasonable” body condition, Woody was extremely emaciated and the inspector said in a statement presented to the court: “Every bone was visible, including the shape of his skull. He had no muscle or fat coverage and his fur was thinning on his head.

“I saw Hugo eat a lump of faeces and he seemed hungry, sniffing around the property. While the dogs had access to a saucepan which contained some water, there was no food present for them and there were puddles of urine and piles of faeces on the conservatory floor.

“The smell was overwhelming and my eyes and nose burnt from the volume of ammonia.”

The dogs were taken to a vet to be assessed after Britton, who admitted she had not been at the property for two days, signed them over into the care of the RSPCA.

When the inspector revisited Britton’s home more than two months later she found Ginge on the doorstep crying in distress. As the defendant was not at home and could not be contacted by phone she took the cat to be checked out by a vet.

The inspector added: “The cat was crying and I could see he had lost a lot of weight since I last saw him in January. He was alarmingly thin with his spine and pelvis bones easily visible through his coat. He seemed wobbly when he was walking.”

A vet who examined the dogs said that Woody had severe muscle loss and he was scored one out of nine on a Body Condition Score (BCS). Ginge was emaciated and also given a BCS of one out of nine. He was ravenous when he was presented with food.

In mitigation, the court was told that Britton has learning difficulties and had suffered two strokes last year. She was said to be “fearful” of returning to the property because of concerns over domestic violence.

Woody and Ginge put on weight in the care of the RSPCA and have since made a good recovery. Both Woody and Hugo have been rehomed to loving owners and now the animal charity will find a new home for Ginge.

Speaking after the sentencing, Inspector Smith said: “All three of these animals suffered as a result of the defendant’s lack of care. They were left in appalling living conditions without food, but fortunately we were alerted to their plight and we were able to get them into our care in time. We are always grateful for the public’s vigilance which can alert us to cases like this where animals are suffering."

Sentencing | 12-month community order with 20 days of 'rehab'; fined £40. Three year ban!

https://www.wales247.co.uk/ban-for-woman-who-left-starving-animals-at-cardiff-property

24/10/2025

CONVICTED | Shauna Rouse, 31, from Oldham OL1 - starved two tiny dogs to emaciation then lied she had found them as strays.

CCTV captured Rouse arriving at the Dogs Trust Centre in Denton by car and carrying the dogs, one of whom was microchipped and called Bailey, into reception.

She told staff she had discovered them abandoned in a bush while on the school run in the Moorside area of Oldham earlier that morning. However, an RSPCA appeal led to her being identified as the dogs' owner. Very sadly, one dog, Bailey, had to be immediately put to sleep due to his poor conition.

In his written evidence to the court, the vet from Dogs Trust who examined them, said: “Bailey was recumbent and unresponsive on presentation.

"His heart rate was 40 beats per minute and his respiratory rate was two breaths per minute.

"His pupils were fixed with no discernible pupillary light reflex.

"His limbs were stiff and curled into the fetal position; no obvious fractures or trauma were identified.”

“I assessed him as having a body condition score of one out of nine, with very prominent skeletal features.

"He was emaciated with little to no muscling or body fat and weighed 2.75 kg.”

Bailey was severely matted and stained with faeces around his back end.

His organs were shutting down and he was euthanised to prevent further suffering.

The other dog, nicknamed Tiny Tim, also had very little muscle mass, prominent skeletal features and was given the lowest body condition score.

His coat was matted, especially around his face, and he weighed 2.8kg.

The RSPCA treated Tiny Tim, and he was eventually given a good long-term prognosis.

After admitting the dogs were hers, Rouse said she didn't know when the dogs' weight loss had started or when the fur had matted.

She also said she had tried to rehome them.

Sentencing | 12-month community order with a 10-week curfew; costs of £200 and £114 victim surcharge. Disqualified from keeping animals for 10 years.

https://www.theoldhamtimes.co.uk/news/25565665.woman-found-dogs-school-run-banned-owning-pets

23/10/2025

CONVICTED | Victoria Rose Fildes, 28, from Wallasey, Wirral CH44 – starved a mother French bulldog and her puppy, with only one surviving.

Mother-of-two Fildes pleaded guilty to three animal welfare offences in relation to the five-month-old puppy and his mother, following an RSPCA prosecution.

The animal charity was alerted to Fildes’ cruelty in January 2025 afer her friend took the puppy to a vet in a collapsed and emaciated state.

The tiny pup, named Baby Yoda, was in such poor health that he couldn’t be saved and had to be put to sleep. A post mortem found that he had suffered prolonged starvation and was also riddled with worms.

RSPCA Inspector Anthony Joynes attended the vet practice and was shown Baby Yoda’s body. In his witness statement, he described the puppy as being “in an extremely poor, emaciated condition. I noted that all of the bones of the spine, ribs, and hip bones were protruding through the skin with no fat or muscle coverage.”

Inspector Joynes visited Fildes’ property to check on the welfare of any other animals in the home. He was shown two-year-old French bulldog Teddy, the mother of Baby Yoda, who was being kept in a crate.

He stated, “Although the dog was long-haired, it was immediately clear from her body shape that she was underweight. Upon examination, she was grossly underweight with ribs, spine and hips easily palpable through the fur and skin.

“When she was placed on the floor, she was seen to immediately be seeking food and / or water. She attempted to drink from a dirty mop bucket and I advised Fildes to put some water down.

“Teddy began to drink instantly and did not stop until the bowl was completely empty. It appeared to me that it was likely that Teddy had not had access to water provision for a considerable amount of time.”

Teddy was signed over to the care of the RSPCA and given veterinary treatment. She was nursed back to health and has since been rehomed.

After sentencing, Inspector Joynes said, “Teddy was incredibly lucky to have made a good recovery in our care, but it’s really sad that Baby Yoda lost his life so needlessly.

“We know that many people are concerned about costs of veterinary treatment and pet food – and more than 12,000 people a month – approximately 16 every hour – visit the RSPCA website for advice on vet care costs.

“We have practical advice on our website specifically about vet care costs and would encourage anyone who is struggling to visit and take action, rather than delay.”

Sentencing | 18 weeks’ imprisonment for one offence and 12 weeks’ imprisonment each for the other two, to run concurrently, with the term suspended for 18 months; 10 days of ‘rehabilitation’; £154 victim surcharge. She was disqualified from owning all animals for ten years, but can appeal after five years.

22/10/2025

CONVICTED | Daniel and Jennifer Rochford, from Penwortham, Lancashire PR1 – made videos of animals being s*xually abused and shared them online with other zo****les.

Pa******le Daniel Rochford encouraged his wife Jennifer to have s*x with their dogs and recorded the footage.

The pair were active members of online zo****le communities, with Jennifer Rochford even serving as an administrator on one group.

Electronic devices seized from the pair contained thousands of indecent images. Jennifer Rochford had 1,764 extreme pornographic (be******ty) images, while her husband had 2,180 such images. He was also found with 165 child abuse images, 92 of which were classed as category A – the most serious type – along with 29 category B, and 44 category C.

Daniel Rochford also r***d and s*xually abused a schoolgirl and exposed another youngster to po*******hy which was ‘well beyond their years’. He bullied, degraded and humiliated the children for his own satisfaction – then forced them to relive their experiences at a trial.

He was found guilty of r**e, s*xual activity in the presence of a child, causing a child to watch a s*xual act, and s*xual communication with a child, s*xual assault and voyeurism, as well as encouraging his wife to have s*x with the dog by recording it.

Jennifer Rochford pleaded guilty to eight counts of be******ty and possession of extreme po*******hy.

Judge Mathieson said she was “blinded by love” for her husband when she took part in s*xual activity with the dogs but that she had done so willingly.

He continued: “The footage and commentary shows exactly how much s*xual delight and pleasure you both derived from these acts. It is sickening.”

The judge added: “That’s what he wanted you to do. You loved him and you would do it. It didn’t take force, coercion, or manipulation. You never showed any reluctance or refusal to participate. You lost any sense of decency or morality.”

Judge Mathieson concluded: “You took s*xual delight and gratification in watching such abhorrent images. But that was not the worst of your depravity.”

Sentencing |

Daniel Rochford: 21 years’ imprisonment followed by an eight-year extended licence period; s*xual harm prevention order (SHPO); indefinite placement on the s*x offenders register.

Jennifer Rochford: nine-month custodial suspended for two years; 20-day rehabilitation activity requirement; three-year s*xual harm prevention order (SHPO); 10-year placement on the s*x offenders register.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/penwortham-lancashire-daniel-and-jennifer-rochford

https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/daniel-jennifer-rochford-animal-abuse-32699910

22/10/2025

CONVICTED | Eddie Caulfield, 44, from Llay, Wrexham LL12 – starved and neglected multiple horses.

Horse trader Caulfield, who is well-known to the RSPCA, admitted three offences of causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal and three of failing to prevent the causing of unnecessary suffering to an animal.

RSPCA inspectors had visited Caulfield's stables on Dark Lane, Rossett, Wrexham, 10 times in six years, but identified a significant deterioration in the condition of his horses between November and December 2024.

During a visit on December 4, inspectors noted the stables to be “dirty” and had concerns about the animals’ health.

The following day, a vet and RSPCA officer attended to examine all of the horses.

A number of the animals were found to have overgrown hooves, with other issues such as ulcers, respiratory conditions, scabby skin and evidence of parasitism.

Following the examination, some of the horses had to be euthanised.

During interview, Eddie Caulfield accepted he was the owner of the animals, and said he was the sole person responsible for them.

He indicated the condition of the horses was ‘his fault’ and due to his “own stupidity” claimed he “had a lot of family stuff going on.”

RSPCA prosecutor Peter Mitchell told the court the animals had been neglected over a prolonged period of time. The situation was aggravated by the fact that so many animals were involved and that Caulfield had ignored offers of professional advice.

Alun Williams, defending, said his client “got completely overwhelmed” and said: I could not cope with too many horses.”

He added that Caulfield now “has no involvement with horses.”

Sentencing | 16-week custodial sentence on each offence, to run concurrent – but suspended for 18 months; 10 days of rehabilitation activity and 230 hours of unpaid work; £154 victim surcharge. 10-year ban on having anything to do with horses but can appeal after six years.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/llay-wrexham-eddie-caulfield

https://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/25559653.wrexham-man-banned-keeping-horses-neglect

22/10/2025

‼️ RSPCA Cymru Appeal ‼️ | Brecon, Mid Wales LD3: dead puppy found next to a river.

The upsetting discovery was made by a member of the public on Wednesday, October 15, in the Walnut Square area of town, near the River Usk.

RS[CA animal rescue officer Jess Parkyn, who collected the body at the location, said the puppy – a crossbreed – was newborn and not microchipped, It is unknown if the puppy is male or female.

“We don’t know what the cause of death was or what has happened, so we are appealing for anyone with any first-hand information to give us a call,” said Jess.

“The puppy had no apparent injuries, but due to the body being left where it was, it is suspicious and we’d like to find out what happened.”

To help the RSPCA with its enquiries, anyone with first-hand information can contact the RSPCA Inspectorate Appeal line on 0300 123 8018, quoting reference number 01657726.

https://www.countytimes.co.uk/news/25559612.rspca-appeal-dead-puppy-found-next-powys-river

21/10/2025

CONVICTED | serial animal abuser Cameron Bell, 24, from South Shields NE34 – for the abandonment of three dogs, with two of them starving to death.

Bell, who in 2019 was convicted of cruelty to two horses alongside mother Natasha Bell, was prosecuted in relation to three abandoned dogs.

After entering his squalid home on warrant, horrified officers from South Tyneside Council found the remains of two deceased dogs stuffed in a cupboard.

A third dog, Pablo, was still alive but severely emaciated, dehydrated and distressed.

The property was littered with rubbish and dried faeces, with an overpowering stench of ammonia. No food, water or bowls were located and the pets had just been left to die.

Despite proving himself unfit to ever own any animal, Bell was only given a four-year ban alongside a tiny fine.

Sentencing | fined £112 and ordered to pay £100 in costs. FOUR-year ban.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/south-shields-tyne-and-wear-cameron-bell

2019 conviction: https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/south-shields-tyne-and-wear-natasha-and-cameron-bell

https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/25560295.two-dead-dogs-found-cupboard-one-saved-south-shields-home

19/10/2025

CONVICTED | Marghani Albadawi, 38, from Aston, Birmingham B19 – left a security dog in agony with a prong collar embedded in his neck.

Self-employed security dog handler Albadawi pleaded guilty to two animal welfare offences in relation to a German Shepherd called Mac. He was prosecuted by the RSPCA.

The court heard that Albadawi took Mac to a vet with a ‘wet, smelly’ neck but claimed he didn’t know what had caused it..

The vet found the dog’s prong collar was completely embedded all the way around.

He was also wearing a regular choke chain collar and a normal dog collar that were also both covered in puss.

The vet had to sedate Mac but the swelling was so bad they couldn’t get the collar over his head and had to get bolt cutters from a nearby mechanic to cut the collar off.

Following veterinary care, Mac’s neck healed; however he was ultimately euthanised after being diagnosed with severe hip dysplasia, which had also gone untreated. Due to his advanced age, poor prognosis and state of suffering the difficult decision was taken to put him to sleep.

Inspector Patrick Bailey, who investigated for the animal welfare charity, said: “Mac suffered horrendous injuries from this barbaric collar.

“This is sadly just one of many examples I have seen first hand where their use causes significant pain and suffering. Mac’s suffering was entirely avoidable.

“He must have been in considerable pain and discomfort yet he continued to go to work with Albadawi due to his loyal nature and strong understanding of what was expected of him.

“At the point he was presented to the vet by Albadawi for a suspected problem with his neck, the veterinary staff were shocked to find Mac’s lead was still being connected to the prong collar.

“It’s heartbreaking to think Mac had to suffer in this way and saddening to think that Albadawi failed to notice what was happening to him.

“When you rely on your dog for your employment and for financial gain, I feel you should lead by example with animal welfare. Mac was let down by Albadawi. I am disappointed that he failed to notice what was wrong in a timely manner, and in doing so caused Mac to suffer unnecessarily”.

Sentencing | 12-week custodial, suspended for 12 months; 100 hours of unpaid work; £400 costs plus £154 victim surcharge. Eight year ban on keeping animals.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/aston-birmingham-marghani-albadawi

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/crime/2025/10/18/mac-suffered-horrendous-injuries-from-this-barbaric-collar-security-dog-handler-from-birmingham-banned-from-keeping-animals-after-dog-suffered-heartbreaking-injury

18/10/2025

CONVICTED | mother and daughter Diane Kenvyn, 43, and Elissa Kenvyn, 19, both of Berwick Hills, Middlesbrough TS3 – kept four starving dogs in a dingy outbuilding.

The Kenvyns, who were already well known to the RSPCA, admitted cruelty to three malinois type dogs called Beau, Covou, Max and a cross breed dog called Rocco in that they failed to investigate and address the causes of their “poor bodily condition and weight loss”.

An RSPCA inspector visited the property on December 10, 2024 following a tip-off from a neighbour, who had noticed the dogs’ deteriorating condition.

In a written statement the inspector said: “Whilst I was in the main room of the property I asked to see the dogs and then saw two malinois type dogs through the window in the garden area. Both of them were very underweight, with their ribs visible and looked in a terrible state.

“I explained to Diane Kenvyn that I was concerned for the dogs at the address and wanted to get them all examined by a veterinary surgeon and she agreed.

“Whilst at the address my RSPCA colleague attended and we brought the four dogs from within the garden area and placed them in our vehicles. All of them were in extremely poor bodily condition, it was obvious to see this, and smelt strongly of faeces and urine.

“I entered the rear outbuilding where the dogs were being housed and it was filthy. They were living amongst an old mattress and the area was muddy due to the dogs having access to the rear garden.”

The Kenvyns agreed to sign over all the dogs into RSPCA care.

Crossbreed Rocco was severely anaemic and had to be hospitalised on intravenous fluids. He continued to deteriorate, and two days later vomited pieces of what may have been a fabric lead which he likely consumed while scavenging for food.

At this point Rocco’s anemia had become life threatening and a blood transfusion was performed. He remained hospitalised for a further five days until he was discharged into the care of a foster carer.

Another dog, Covou, also received intravenous fluids, while Beau passed the remains of a plastic dog food wrapper in his faeces.

During interview with the RSPCA, Diane Kenvyn admitted she was responsible for the dogs but said she worked away a lot. She told the inspector she had noticed they were underweight and had wanted to rehome them as they were getting too much.

Elissa Kenvyn told the RSPCA she had tried her best with the dogs but admitted she could have done more. She said some days they went without food because there wasn’t enough in the house and she knew they were “probably” underweight because they weren’t getting enough to eat.

Speaking about the case the pair's neighbour said: “I could hear [the dogs] crying. They looked thinner every week. I knew something wasn’t right.”

Max, Beau and Rocco went on to make a full recovery and have since been rehomed. Sadly, Couvo was put to sleep on veterinary advice.

Sentencing | jailed for eight weeks suspended for 12 months; 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days; 100 hours of unpaid work. Banned from owning animals for 10 years.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/berwick-hills-middlesbrough-diane-and-elissa-kenvyn

https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/diane-ellissa-kenvyn-middlesbrough-dogs-32700667

18/10/2025

‼️ Local Authority Appeal ‼️| Evesham, Wychavon, Worcestershire: Yorkie found abandoned in an appalling condition.

The dog, affectionately named by her finders as Sweet Pea, has been seized as a stray from Evesham after enduring prolonged suffering.

Her painful condition, which was caused by burst tumours along her stomach, has led to a Worcestershire-wide search for the culprits responsible.

Pip Griffin, senior dog warden for Worcestershire Regulatory Services, said: "The burst mammary tumours would have been so painful and very uncomfortable and there was disgusting-smelling fluid coming out of her.

"Sweet Pea deserved so much better than what her owner gave her."

The dog was also found with heavily matted fur and rotten teeth, making her quality of life miserable.

Worcestershire Regulatory Services has established that Sweet Pea had suffered for a long time before the Dog Warden Service reached her.

Mrs Griffin has appealed to the public to come forward and "be Sweet Pea's voice" by helping them find her previous owners.

The plea follows an increase in the number of strays the local public service has received, many of which are in similarly awful states.

Worcestershire Regulatory Services said the situation cannot continue.

Anyone with information can call 01905 822799.

Dog Warden service: https://www.worcsregservices.gov.uk/all-services/dog-service

https://www.eveshamjournal.co.uk/news/25542166.yorkshire-terrier-appalling-condition-endured-suffering

17/10/2025

CONVICTED | Kasie Armstrong, 22, of Throckley, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 - beat a dog to death.

On October 2, 2024 the battered body of Jack Russell terrier Barney (pictured) was found at an address in Northbourne Street, Newcastle NE4, belonging to Kasie Armstrong's partner.

The court heard that Armstrong, whose shoes were covered in Barney's blood, pleaded with her partner not to contact the police, but he told her that he already had. The RSPCA were also alerted with Inspector Helen Bestwick attending the scene the day after Barney's traumatic death.

She could see bruising and swelling on Barney's body and blood around his mouth. Blood marks were also evident on the sofa, floor, and radiator near his bed in the hallway.

Post-mortem examination showed he had suffered extensive injuries including rib fractures and "a fracture of the cheek bone ... coinciding with the scratch mark seenf below the left eye.

"A liver laceration resulting in fatal internal bleeding was found to be the cause of death. The injuries noted are consistent with non-accidental injury.

"The dog had been subjected to blunt force trauma and or crush injuries resulting in broken bones and catastrophic internal bleeding.

"This could have been the result of a beating with or without an object kicking or stomping or a combination. The force required to cause this level of trauma would have been significant and repeated. This would have resulted in excruciating pain, significant fear and mental strain.

"It is my opinion, given the evidence on the dog’s body, that Barney suffered from immense trauma prior to death. This trauma was non-accidental and likely malicious."

During an interview with the RSPCA, Armstrong claimed the dog had bitten her, but when she was asked to show any injuries there were no wounds or scars visible.

After the case, Inspector Bestwick added: "This was an horrific attack on a defenceless dog in his own home and this kind of behaviour is never acceptable. It was a particularly harrowing case to deal with knowing how much Barney must have suffered during the beating that led to his death."

Sentencing | one year jail sentence, suspended for 18 months; 120 hours of unpaid work; 15 Rehabilitation Activity Requirement Days; six month mental health treatment requirement. 15-year animal ban.

https://ukanimalcrueltyfiles.org/throckley-newcastle-upon-tyne-kasie-armstrong

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/newcastle-woman-given-15-year-32695539

13/10/2025

CONVICTED | Asif Ali, 33, from Alum Rock, Birmingham B8, and Sohail Hussain, 46, a serial offender previously of Saltley, Birmingham B8 and now Oldbury B68 - jailed for dog fighting on a 'significant scale' pitting bull breeds against each other for hours at a time.

Asif Ali was involved in the 'On Smoke Kennels' (OSK) brand, training dogs out of a basement at an address in Ash Road, Alum Rock which was also used to host contests.

One of his dogs, named Roxy, was killed following one fight..

Sohail Hussain was associated with a kennel brand called 'UK Gladiators'.

He bought dogs from inside and outside of the UK which were used for fighting.

The pair admitted keeping or training an animal for use in fighting, causing an animal to fight and causing unnecessary suffering to an animal.

Ali also pleaded guilty to possessing items designed or adapted for use in connection with an animal fight.

On Monday, October 13 he was sentenced to 17 months while Hussain was jailed for 21 months.

Both were also banned from keeping animals indefinitely.

Scales, a treadmill and harness were found inside the basement of the Ash Road address along with an area for holding fights, some of which were recorded on video.

Ali advertised and promoted events through the OSK brand.

He kept four fighting dogs between October 2022 and September 2023, three of which suffered injuries.

Hussain ran a subscription website called 'Team Gladiatorz' which provided fight reports and advertised dogs.

He provided dogs to be fought at Ash Road and organised events.

Messages also revealed Hussain discussing the breeding and selling of 'killer dogs', as well as expanding his operations into Europe.

Two of the dogs rescued from Ash Road had multiple areas of scarring as well as puncture wounds to their head, legs and chest.

Judge Paul Farrer KC, passing sentence, said: "All of these offences arise out of your activities in connection with organising dog fighting on a significant scale.

"This is an activity of almost indescribable cruelty in which dogs are trained to keep fighting regardless of how injured they become.

"The evidence demonstrates that fights can last hours as opposed to minutes, and many dogs do not survive a fight or survive but die afterwards.

"If a dog does survive, it will almost inevitably be injured but cannot be taken to a vet because of the tell-tale nature of its injuries."

He added: "Those who engage in dog fighting do so because they derive a warped sense of enjoyment from the spectacle, because they seek to make money from gambling and because they revel in the kudos they garner amongst their peer group. This applies in each of your cases."

In mitigation the court heard Ali is a father-of-one who helped care for his mother.

Hussain has a previous conviction from 2006 for attending a dogfight.

He is wheelchair-bound having suffered a spinal injury as a result of a shooting more than 15 years go.

https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/two-men-jailed-dog-fights-32667218.amp

Previous on Sohail Hussain: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/west_midlands/7004574.stm

Background on UK-based Asian dog fighting gangs: https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/local-news/asian-gangs-behind-soaring-cases-241935

Pictured: an On Smoke Kennels dog called Rosie, most likely now dead.

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