Two Duncan residents to make court appearance tomorrow morning in connection with animal cruelty charges.
Two Duncan BC residents will make a court appearance tomorrow morning in connection with animal cruelty charges.
Anderson Joe and Melissa Tooshley were originally scheduled to make a court appearance in April. This is the second time their appearance has been postponed.
The couple face up to five years in jail and a $10,000 fine for cruelty in connection with Teddy, a mixed breed dog who died of horrific injuries shortly after being rescued by BC SPCA staff.
Teddy was found severely emaciated and had a collar deeply embedded in his neck when he was found on a property in Duncan on Feb. 16. The dog was found on a chain with only inches long and was standing in a pile of mud and feces, according to SPCA officials.
The couple may also be given a lifetime ban on owning animals.
The RainCoast Dog Rescue Society says it is planning a peaceful demonstration outside the courthouse from 8 to 10:30 am.
Over 132,000 people have signed the petition 'Justice for Teddy' calling for stiffer fines and jail terms in this animal cruelty case.