A mother and her daughter have received a 10-year ban on keeping animals after neglecting their pet dogs and subjecting them to unsanitary living conditions. Diane Kenvyn, 43, and Ellissa Kenvyn, 19, pleaded guilty to mistreating four severely neglected dogs named Beau, Covou, Max, and Rocco. Rocco, in particular, was found vomiting fabric believed to be from a leash, indicating extreme neglect and desperation for food.

Rocco required a life-saving blood transfusion due to severe anemia. The dogs were discovered in a deplorable state, living in a dirty and mud-soaked building filled with feces and urine. Concerns about the dogs’ well-being prompted the RSPCA to intervene on December 10 following multiple reports.

An RSPCA representative described the distressing scene, noting the emaciated state of the dogs and the unsanitary living conditions. The dogs were promptly examined by a veterinarian and removed from the property for their welfare. The vet confirmed that the neglect had caused unnecessary suffering, particularly in terms of inadequate nutrition and care.

Tragically, Covou had to be euthanized, but Rocco, Max, and Beau have since recovered and found new homes. Both mother and daughter received an eight-week suspended custodial sentence and a 10-year animal ownership ban, with a five-year appeal restriction.