NATHAN FISHER FROM AMLWCH SENTENCED FOR ANIMAL CRUELTY INVOLVING DEAD AND EMACIATED DOGS

Nathan Fisher, a man previously residing in Kinmel Bay but with a last-known address on Wesley Street in Amlwch, has been convicted of severe animal neglect that resulted in the death and suffering of two Akita dogs. The incident drew significant attention from local authorities and animal welfare organizations, highlighting the ongoing issue of animal cruelty in the region.

Fisher, born on June 2, 1993, was found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to two dogs, a deceased Akita named Kuma and a severely emaciated puppy called Layla. The tragic case came to light when the RSPCA Cymru, responding to a call from North Wales Police, visited Fisher’s residence in Amlwch. During the inspection, they discovered Kuma dead beneath a child's trampoline in the backyard, a heartbreaking sight that underscored the neglect involved.

In addition to Kuma’s tragic death, the RSPCA inspectors found Layla, the puppy’s mother, in a deplorable state. She was described as being “so skinny that bones were clearly visible through her coat,” a clear indication of severe malnutrition and neglect. The other dog, also suffering from extreme emaciation, was found at the same property, further emphasizing the extent of Fisher’s failure to care for his animals.

The RSPCA inspector Phil Lewis expressed his outrage over the case, stating, “These poor Akita dogs were subject to outright neglect and ill-treatment, which cost one of the dogs their life. Fortunately, the other has been happily re-homed from an RSPCA animal centre. When she was found at the Kinmel Bay property, she looked an absolute bag of bones but thankfully her suffering is over.”

Fisher’s actions led to a series of legal consequences. He was sentenced to 12 weeks in prison for each of the two charges, with the sentences to run concurrently. The court also imposed an 18-month suspension of the sentence, a 12-month community order, and 180 hours of community service. Additionally, Fisher was ordered to undergo a nine-month alcohol treatment program, fined £750, and required to pay a £115 victim surcharge. Most notably, he was banned from keeping animals for a period of ten years, a ban that will expire in March 2027.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of animal welfare and the consequences of neglect. The community and animal rights organizations continue to advocate for stricter enforcement of animal protection laws to prevent such tragedies from recurring in the future.