Fine and restrictions imposed on man in animal neglect case

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They noted an “overabundance of feces and urine” in the home and an air-quality test found the fumes were harmful to the dogs. Veterinarians reported that the vast majority of the animals were in distress, with various health issues that included malnourishment, moderate to severe dental disease, necrotizing eye infections and matted hair.

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The Crown prosecutor stated that while the maximum fine available is $20,000, their overriding focus was on keeping animals out of the home.

Speaking on Petiot’s behalf, defence lawyer Miranda Hlady explained that Petiot and his wife have since moved out of Lethbridge and onto a large, rural property, and that his wife would like to have just one dog.

Taking that into consideration and with the agreement of the Crown, the court imposed the $115 fine and a one-year restriction on having any dogs or cats in the residence, before being allowed to have one dog in years two and three of the order.

A second charge of causing or permitting animals to be in distress was then withdrawn by the court.

It was acknowledged by the Crown that Petiot has successfully completed the Mental Health Diversion program. The program – designed for individuals charged with minor, low-risk offences – identifies goals and needs for individuals, before linking them to agencies or services that can help them.