Lancaster man accused of causing dog unnecessary suffering

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A Lancaster man is due in court today charged with causing unnecessary suffering to a dog.

Daniel Welbourne, 58, of Thurnham Street, Lancaster, is accused of failing to ensure a dog had appropriate veterinary care for its lameness contrary to the Animal Welfare Act 2006.

This is alleged to have happened between August 6 and 8 last year.

Daniel Welbourne is to appear before magistrates at Preston today.