Man Sentenced For Causing Animal To Be In Distress.

Halifax, Nova Scotia – Xiong Zhou, 56, from Bedford, has been sentenced after causing an
animal to be in distress, contrary to Section 26 (1) of the Animal Protection Act of Nova
Scotia.
On August 31, 2023, Nova Scotia SPCA Enforcement Officers received a report about a
dog owner who was refusing to have their animal receive veterinary medical treatment.
When officers arrived at the residence the dog was emaciated, dehydrated, and unable to
bear weight on its back end, a large mass had formed and was untreated. The animal was
seized by officers.  
Zhou is not allowed to own, have custody of, or be in care or control of any animal. As
well, he is not to reside in any residence or on any property in which animals are housed
or kept for three years. Zhou must surrender any animals currently in their care or custody
to the Nova Scotia SPCA within 72 hours of the ruling.
“As dogs age they must continue to receive appropriate veterinary care,” says Chief
Inspector Jo-Anne Landsburg. “To prevent any suffering of your animal, you should follow
through with the professional advice of your veterinary medicine team.”

Source: SPCA Release