24-04-2025
Sharpsville woman takes plea deal in animal cruelty case
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. (WKBN) — A Sharpsville woman accused of neglecting a Great Dane has taken a plea deal.
According to a criminal complaint, animal agents responded to the 300 block of West Main Street on March 25 for reports of an emaciated dog.
Agents found a Great Dane of about two years old that weighed only 49 pounds. Reports state a Great Dane of this age should weigh between 100 to 120 pounds.
The owner, Kendall Shellhorn, 34, said she had the dog since December and did not know why the dog was in this condition, reports said.
The male dog had multiple sores that agents said would be from lying in a crate for long periods. Shellhorn told agents that she kept the dog in a metal crate because another dog was aggressive, the complaint stated.
Another dog was found with five new puppies, which were removed at a later date.
According to court records, Shellhorn pleaded guilty to two counts of neglect of animals. The aggravated cruelty to animals charge was withdrawn. She was sentenced to probation for two years and ordered not to own any pets or animals during the probation period. She will also have to pay $1,2297.25 in fines and court costs.
Humane Society of Mercer County agent Paul Tobin tells WKBN 27 First News that the Great Dane has gained 26 pounds and is doing well. He also said the other dog and five puppies all have new homes.
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