CONVICTED (2018) | Rose Galbraith Innes, born 1970, of Millcroft Road, Cumbernauld G67 2QW – left her two dogs severely malnourished and with protruding ribs. Rose Galbraith Innes – we believe this is quite an old photo of her and that she looks quite different. Innes was found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to tri-colour spaniel Toby, 7, and 11-year-old crossbreed Scamp. She is said to have failed to provide adequate diet or veterinary treatment for the two dogs and has been admonished and given the ban following an investigation by the Scottish SPCA. Concerns were raised by a member of the public about the condition of the dogs in December 2017, leading to the Scottish SPCA visiting Innes’ property to check on their welfare. Commenting on the investigation, Scottish SPCA inspector Emma Sergeant said: “After we opened our investigation, we tried our best to work with the accused but were denied entry to her house. “Innes eventually took Toby and Scamp to a veterinary practice and upon inspection both were given a body score of 2/9 with their hips, bones and spine clearly prominently protruding. “Innes was given clear feeding advice by the vet and the practice raised concerns with us about the conditions of both animals. “She failed to show for a follow-up appointment later that month, leaving the Scottish SPCA with no choice but to secure a warrant to remove the dogs from her care. At the time they were removed Toby and Scamp were malnourished and severely underweight.” Toby and Scamp were then taken to the SSPCA animal rescue and rehoming centre in Lanarkshire. Sadly, Scamp developed lameness in his right hind limb in October and scans revealed a tumour in his leg, as well as malignant bone cancer which had spread, and he had to be put down. SSPCA staff say it’s highly unlikely Scamp’s death was related to his physical condition. Toby has made a full recovery and following Innes’ sentencing he can now be re-homed. Sentencing: five-year ban on keeping animals (expired December 2023). Scottish SPCA Evening Times GlasgowLive
