The animals were rescued by police responding to an emergency

Two neglected dogs have been rescued by police following a 999 call in Doncaster - with their owner appearing in court and receiving a ban,

Glickle, a Yorkshire Terrier and Squirtle, a Chihuahua, are now in new homes after being rescued from a property in Thorne.

.Last year, on 8 February 2025, officers responded to an emergency in Thorne.

While responding, the welfare of two dogs within the property became apparent to officers and after the emergency had resolved, their efforts turned to getting the dogs veterinary treatment and care.

The dogs were seized, taken into kennel care and fostered by staff and an investigation by South Yorkshire Police’s Dog Legislation Team was launched.

A spokesperson said: “With the correct diet, love care and attention the dogs began to thrive, and have both secured new homes to continue their new lives.

“The owner of the dogs, 32-year-old Annabella Urijnawrita was charged with causing unnecessary suffering to an animal and appeared at Doncaster Magistrates’ Court on 16 June) and was sentenced to 20 days rehabilitation, disqualified from owning dogs for five years and fined £120.

“The judge also granted a deprivation order for Glickle and Squirtle, meaning they can continue to thrive in their new homes.”