Kieron Flynn was sentenced at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court yesterday, Tuesday
A MAN has been handed a community order after causing unnecessary harm to a dog that suffered lameness.
Kieron Flynn, of Larch Road, Leigh admitted to the charge after failing to ensure veterinary care was provided for a rottweiler, Loki between February 18 and March 11.
The dog suffered lameness caused by an osteosarcoma, a form of cancer, of the left humerus.
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Flynn, 26, has been ordered to carry out 60 hours of unpaid work, pay costs of £500, and banned from keeping all animals for 10 years.
He was sentenced at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court yesterday, Tuesday.
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