CEETAL MATTOO SHAMES HIS BULLDOG IN HAYES: ANIMAL ABUSE CASE AT UXBRIDGE MAGISTRATES’ COURT
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Hayes Animal Abuser
A man from Hayes has faced serious legal consequences after being caught on camera mistreating his pet dog, leading to a three-year ban on owning animals. Ceetal Mattoo, a 42-year-old resident of Woodhouse Close in Hayes, was recorded dragging and kicking his bulldog, Poppy, along Pinkwell Lane. The footage was captured by a doorbell camera installed at his residence, providing clear evidence of the alleged abuse.
Following the incident, Mattoo pleaded guilty in court to failing to ensure the basic needs of his female bulldog were met, in violation of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. The case was heard at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court on March 20, where the judge delivered a comprehensive sentence. As part of the punishment, Mattoo was disqualified from owning any animals for a period of three years. Additionally, he was sentenced to a 12-month community order, which mandates him to complete 80 hours of unpaid work in the community.
Furthermore, the court ordered Mattoo to pay £400 in court costs and a victim surcharge of £114. The proceedings revealed that the RSPCA had launched an investigation into reports from witnesses who claimed that Poppy had been attacked by her owner. RSPCA inspector Mike Beaman, who was accompanied by police officers, seized the dog and arranged for her to be examined by a veterinarian at the RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital on July 11 of the previous year.
The veterinarian’s report detailed that Poppy was suffering from mild lameness, swelling, minor skin lesions, and signs indicative of degenerative disease. The vet administered painkillers to alleviate her discomfort. The report also emphasized that, regardless of whether her injuries were solely caused by mistreatment, the dog was clearly in pain. It was observed that Poppy exhibited signs of fear and distress around her owner, including attempts to move away, hiding, and cowering with her tail held low, indicating a state of anxiety and trauma.
Due to concerns over her mental health and well-being, Mattoo signed over ownership of Poppy to the RSPCA. The dog has since been rehomed to a new family, ensuring her safety and proper care. Inspector Beaman commented that Poppy’s mental state had been significantly impacted by her treatment, leading to reactive behaviors that could have been avoided with appropriate handling and care. The court found Mattoo guilty of failing to meet the needs of his dog, which encompasses providing a suitable environment, allowing her to exhibit normal behavior, and protecting her from pain, suffering, injury, or disease. The conviction was based on evidence presented under section 9 (1) of the Animal Welfare Act 2006, highlighting both physical injuries and psychological distress inflicted upon Poppy.
Following the incident, Mattoo pleaded guilty in court to failing to ensure the basic needs of his female bulldog were met, in violation of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. The case was heard at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court on March 20, where the judge delivered a comprehensive sentence. As part of the punishment, Mattoo was disqualified from owning any animals for a period of three years. Additionally, he was sentenced to a 12-month community order, which mandates him to complete 80 hours of unpaid work in the community.
Furthermore, the court ordered Mattoo to pay £400 in court costs and a victim surcharge of £114. The proceedings revealed that the RSPCA had launched an investigation into reports from witnesses who claimed that Poppy had been attacked by her owner. RSPCA inspector Mike Beaman, who was accompanied by police officers, seized the dog and arranged for her to be examined by a veterinarian at the RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital on July 11 of the previous year.
The veterinarian’s report detailed that Poppy was suffering from mild lameness, swelling, minor skin lesions, and signs indicative of degenerative disease. The vet administered painkillers to alleviate her discomfort. The report also emphasized that, regardless of whether her injuries were solely caused by mistreatment, the dog was clearly in pain. It was observed that Poppy exhibited signs of fear and distress around her owner, including attempts to move away, hiding, and cowering with her tail held low, indicating a state of anxiety and trauma.
Due to concerns over her mental health and well-being, Mattoo signed over ownership of Poppy to the RSPCA. The dog has since been rehomed to a new family, ensuring her safety and proper care. Inspector Beaman commented that Poppy’s mental state had been significantly impacted by her treatment, leading to reactive behaviors that could have been avoided with appropriate handling and care. The court found Mattoo guilty of failing to meet the needs of his dog, which encompasses providing a suitable environment, allowing her to exhibit normal behavior, and protecting her from pain, suffering, injury, or disease. The conviction was based on evidence presented under section 9 (1) of the Animal Welfare Act 2006, highlighting both physical injuries and psychological distress inflicted upon Poppy.