A Torryburn woman has appeared in court and admitted neglecting her dog.
In the dock at Dunfermline Sheriff Court was Allison Girdwood, 60, of Craigflower Gardens.
She admitted that between June 31 and October 31 last year at her home, being the person responsible for an animal, she caused a dog named Bracken unnecessary suffering.
She failed to provide adequate care and treatment and failed to obtain veterinary advice and treatment for the dog which was suffering from poor body condition and chronic health conditions.
These included skin conditions, overgrown nails, ear conditions, eye conditions, dental disease and a tumour.
Depute fiscal Claire Kennedy said the SSPCA had attended at Girdwood’s home following a report of neglect by a member of the public.
The dog, a Cocker Spaniel, was removed and taken to a veterinary clinic in Livingston.
Sheriff Charles MacNair said he would need to hear more details of the dog’s condition and deferred sentence until May 11 so that he could see a vet’s report.
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