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Ronnie, a Jack Russell-chihuahua cross, and Patch, a pomeranian, were kept inside for the first six years of their lives before they were found in a house with around 50 other dogs

The RSPCA's solicitor called the attack "unprovoked, unacceptable and completely unnecessary"

Western Australia's William Moyes has been convicted over animal cruelty charges and fined $112,000, but while he cannot breed dogs again for 40 years, the magistrate says two of his pet dogs may be allowed to return if the RSPCA allows it.

The huge operation saw five agencies working together to remove the animals on welfare grounds

'Rebel' the Staffordshire bull terrier was found by the RSPCA with eyes that were 'crusted closed' and legs covered 'what looked like faeces'

RSPCA officers in Merseyside say the dog was found tied up to a tree in remote woodlands in freezing cold temperatures and was waiting to be found before its death

It had been feared Teddy may not have survived the blast in Morriston, Swansea, which claimed the life of a 68-year-old man, but he has been rescued after spending a week living in the rubble

RSPCA officers in Merseyside say the dog had clear wounds showing attempts to remove her microchip when her body was discovered at Bidston Hill in Wirral

The dog suffered horrific injuries, including having her back legs broken