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flag A New Zealand woman got six months’ home detention for neglecting her dog, Brock, who was emaciated, chained, and later euthanized.

flag A New Zealand woman was sentenced to six months of home detention after a dog she neglected, Brock, was found emaciated, chained with a deeply embedded collar, and suffering from severe malnutrition and wounds requiring multiple surgeries. flag Found in September 2024 in Pukekohe, the white and tan crossbreed was euthanized due to trauma-induced behavioral issues. flag The woman claimed the dog belonged to someone else and that others cared for it, but provided no evidence. flag The court banned her from owning animals for five years and ordered $750 in fees and reparations. flag SPCA officials called the case heartbreaking, stressing that help was available for struggling pet owners.

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