CONVICTED (2021) | David Lee Farrington, born 21 December 1980, of 23 Ash Close, Ash, Aldershot GU12 6AR – starved and neglected two dogs Chance and Scrappy were in a skeletal condition when rescued by the RSPCA. RSPCA Inspectors initially visited Farrington’s home on 3 December 2020 after concerns had been raised about the condition of his two dogs, Scrappy and Chance. Inspectors advised Farrington to seek veterinary help but he failed to do so. On 17 December the RSPCA took the dogs to a vet, who confirmed they were suffering. Chance after recovery. He and Scrappy have now been rehomed. An RSPCA spokesperson said: “At the time of rescue, Scrappy weighed just 15kg while Chance weighed just 10.2kg and both were visibly underweight. “Scrappy had increased his body weight by approximately 15 per cent over one week and approximately 33 per cent over six weeks. “Chance had increased his body weight by approximately 29 per cent over one week and approximately 52% over six weeks. “The vet found the reason for their initial emaciated state being a lack of nutrition as there were no apparent diseases and both dogs had been happy and eating extremely well since their rescue. “The suffering caused to Chance and Scrappy could have been avoided if Farrington had taken responsibility for their welfare and given them an appropriate diet and appropriate care.” Both dogs have since found new homes. Sentencing: 160 hours of unpaid work; total of £290 costs and charges. Five-year ban on keeping animals (expires February 2026). Hampshire Live Additional information Farrington has links to Guildford in Surrey.