A New Zealand court upheld a nine-year dog ownership ban and convictions for two women after a 2017 case revealed severe neglect of over 60 dogs.

A New Zealand court has upheld the nine-year ban on dog ownership and convictions for Janine Wallace, 61, and her mother Barbara Glover, 83, after a 2017 investigation revealed severe animal neglect at their kennel. Over 60 dogs were found in deplorable conditions, including being chained without water or shelter, some suffering from untreated injuries. Wallace’s appeal to overturn the rulings was dismissed, confirming her 12 months of supervision, 300 hours of community work, $40,000 in reparations, and breeding ban. The case, one of the largest animal welfare prosecutions in the country, highlights concerns over unregulated dog breeding.