A Newcastle man has been banned from keeping animals for five years after leaving an elderly dog riddled with large tumours and crawling with fleas.
Bull terrier Oscar and cat Major had both been left with no food or water at a flat in Tumulus Avenue which had not been accessed by their owner Lee Jackson for a minimum of seven days.
The dog, who had been suffering for many weeks, had paws that were soiled with urine and faeces and multiple untreated tumours - including one mass on his stifle that measured 3.5 inches. A severe flea infestation had also caused significant hair loss and left him with skin that was sore and seeping fluid.
