Animal lovers around the world were left horrified at the shocking conditions the dogs and cats were forced to live in, with floor to ceiling dirt and dogs covered in urine and faeces.
"Our officers reported the smell to be unbearable, making it hard to breathe or talk" shared the RSPCA (England and Wales) on Facebook.
Heartbreaking conditions
The 84 dogs and 2 cats were transferred to four vet practices, with some of the dogs in need of urgent veterinary care. Many were emaciated and some were suffering from painful ear infections.
Following rehabilitation and care from multiple RSPCA branches and centres across the country, 83 of the dogs and both cats have now been re-homed.
Guilty following a two-day trial
David Parkes, a social worker from Doncaster, denied animal welfare offences, claiming his wife and son were responsible for the animals' care.
He has now been found guilty of failing to ensure their welfare, following a two-day trial at Barnsley Magistrates Court. His wife and son pled guilty to the same offences, and all three family members will be sentenced on the 9th of December.
"Ultimately the dogs were left to breed by themselves" said Parkes, when asked why there were so many dogs at the property.
