A would-be robber tried to hold up a pet shop in Glasgow's south side - before saying he was sorry and leaving empty handed.
Ross Hopwood burst into Fur n' Feathers in Shawlands and told owner George Carmichael: "I want to rob you."
The 37-year-old demanded cash claiming he was "desperate".
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But, prosecutor Claire Wallace told Glasgow Sheriff Court: "Mr Carmichael ushered Hopwood out the shop before he apologised and left.”
Hopwood was arrested the next day - his lawyer told the court he was "remorseful" for what happened.
He pled guilty to assault and attempted robbery. Sentencing was deferred.
Sheriff Ian Fleming said: “You have five previous convictions including one at the high court.
“This was an armed robbery of commercial premises. In my view custody is inevitable.”
