Scots teen handed 10-year-ban on owning animals after starved dog died from neglect in his home

A Scots teen has been banned from owning animals for 10 years after his “malnourished” dog died as a result of his neglect.

Police raised concern after two dogs were discovered at the Wishaw property of 19-year-old Jordan Edment and described as “skin and bones”.

Animal welfare charity the Scottish SPCA were called to the home in November 2019 where a two-year-old Pakistani Mastiff type dog called Rumple and a Johnston’s bull dog type named Butch were seized from the property on Kilmeny Crescent.

Rumple was suffering a number of health complications due to an unsuitable diet and Edment had sought no pain relief or vet treatment to help the dog.

Butch was described as “very lean” and in poor health.

Rumple was described by police as "skin and bones" (SSPCA)

The SSPCA announced today the Edment had been handed a 10-year-ban and a deprivation order following investigations.

SSPCA inspector, Heather Lawson, said, “On November 7, 2019, we attended Edment’s property following a complaint of dog neglect to our helpline by Police Scotland, who had attended regarding a separate matter.

Rumple had such severe health complications that the decision was made to put him down. (SSPCA)

“They detailed how concerned they were for a dog they had met at the property who was skin and bones, and another who was underweight.

“When we attended, we found Rumple to be in extremely poor health. All his ribs, spine, and hip bones were prominent and he had a hunched posture.

“The second canine, a Johnston’s bull dog type named Butch, was very lean. Both dogs were friendly and very excitable.

“When given a drink of water, both dogs drank vigorously and emptied the entire bowl.”

The charity discovered that the dogs had no treatment from vets and were suffering from health complications.

Ms Lawson added: “It was further discovered that neither of the dogs were receiving any current veterinary treatment.

“We seized both dogs and took them for the immediate veterinary attention they desperately needed.

“Upon examination, Rumple was in an emaciated condition and was malnourished. He weighed 39.3kg and should easily be eight to ten kilograms heavier than this.

“He had a faster than normal heart rate suggesting he was dehydrated, had trouble using all four of his limbs correctly and an altered gait.

“Rumple was caused unnecessary suffering because of Edment failing to seek veterinary care, and a lack of nutrition.

“Butch was found to be around four to five kilograms underweight.

“Both dogs were taken to one of our centres to receive the proper care and ongoing treatment they needed.”

Rumple’s condition was so serious that efforts to save him were not enough.

“Sadly, Rumple’s condition deteriorated and the heart breaking decision was made to put him to sleep on welfare grounds," Ms Lawson said.

“We’re pleased that Edment has received a 10-year-ban and deprivation order and we hope he seriously reconsiders his ability to care for any animal in future.

“Butch is still in the care of one of our centres, and this sentencing means we can now find him the loving forever home he deserves.

“If anyone is concerned about an animal, they can contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999.”