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STV News
4 hours ago
- STV News
Woman handed ten-year ban after running illegal puppy farm
A woman has been handed a ten-year ban from owning animals after running an illegal puppy farm in East Ayrshire. Julie Taylor was sentenced at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court after pleading guilty to illegally selling puppies and failing to provide for their basic welfare needs. The puppies were described as being kept in poor conditions, separated prematurely from their mothers, and not provided with appropriate veterinary care or vaccinations. Many were housed in unsuitable, unhygienic environments that posed a serious risk to their health. Scottish SPCA opened an investigation after a concerned member of the public responded to an online advert on the site Pets4Home in December 2023. The person had met Taylor to purchase a puppy but noticed that the animal emitted a strong odour, appeared lethargic and frightened, and had a visibly distended stomach. SSPCA Julie Taylor illegally sold puppies and failed to provide for their basic welfare needs. Taylor could also not provide clear answers about the puppy's age or details about its mother during the transaction. The witness told a Scottish SPCA inspector that within a day of the purchase, the puppy's health deteriorated rapidly. A veterinary examination revealed the puppy was approximately eight weeks old, rather than ten, and was suffering from a respiratory infection. 'The puppy had not been microchipped and showed signs of poor care consistent with having come from a puppy farm,' the officer said. The puppy was prescribed antibiotics and probiotics, but her condition worsened. Further veterinary treatment identified potential lung and ear infections, as well as internal parasites. 'Vets noted that the animal's suffering could have been avoided with proper health protocols and concluded the conditions were consistent with those found in illegal puppy farms,' the report added. The animal charity said the case highlights the 'distressing consequences' of the illegal puppy trade. 'Puppies raised in unlicensed, unregulated environments often suffer serious illness or even death due to early separation from their mothers, lack of proper care, and exposure to parasites,' SSPCA said. Taylor was found to have sold puppies without the necessary licence and failed to take steps to ensure the welfare of 16 puppies. She was given a ten-year ban on keeping animals, a 200-hour community payback order, a five-month restriction of liberty order and was ordered to carry out 240 hours of unpaid work. A spokesperson for the SSPCA said the charity was satisfied with the outcome due to Taylor's 'significant role' in the illegal and unethical puppy trade. 'We receive frequent complaints from buyers whose new puppies are seriously ill shortly after purchase. Many sellers use online platforms while posing as private individuals to avoid scrutiny,' they said. 'The financial and emotional burden placed on unsuspecting buyers is huge, and there can also be serious health risks to humans from infections such as roundworms.' The spokesperson continued: 'The sentence sends a clear message to others engaged in this type of activity. The scale of suffering in cases like this is unacceptable and avoidable. Stronger deterrents are needed to combat the illegal puppy trade and protect both animals and the public.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Glasgow Times
12 hours ago
- Glasgow Times
Woman banned from keeping animals over puppy trade
Julie Taylor was sentenced at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court after admitting to selling puppies without a licence and failing to meet their basic welfare needs, pleading guilty on May 6 2025. The Kilmarnock woman sold puppies without the required pet-selling licence and failed to properly care for 16 young dogs. The puppies were kept in poor conditions, separated from their mothers too early, and denied appropriate veterinary care and vaccinations. READ MORE: SSPCA forced entry into Glasgow home to find neglected dogs in cages The animals were housed in 'unsuitable and unhygienic environments' that placed their health at serious risk. In addition to the 10-year ban on owning animals, she was handed a 200-hour community payback order, a five-month restriction of liberty order, and ordered to carry out 240 hours of unpaid work. The Scottish SPCA launched an investigation after a member of the public raised concerns about an online advert on the website Pets4Home in December 2023. The listing offered King Charles Cavalier Spaniel puppies for sale in Kilmarnock and claimed the animals were microchipped and vet-checked. READ MORE: SSPCA 'disappointed' with sentencing of woman after three dogs found starved A Scottish SPCA inspector said: 'The buyer met Taylor, who handed over the puppy described as the last available. The witness immediately noted that the animal emitted a strong odour, appeared lethargic and frightened, and had a visibly distended stomach. "When questioned, Taylor was unable to provide clear answers about the puppy's age or details about its mother. 'Within a day of purchase, the puppy's health deteriorated rapidly. "A veterinary examination revealed the puppy was significantly younger than claimed—approximately 8 weeks old rather than 10—and suffering from a respiratory infection. "The puppy had not been microchipped and showed signs of poor care consistent with having come from a puppy farm. 'The puppy was prescribed antibiotics and probiotics, but her condition worsened. "Further veterinary treatment identified potential lung and ear infections, as well as internal parasites. "Vets noted that the animal's suffering could have been avoided with proper health protocols and concluded the conditions were consistent with those found in illegal puppy farms. 'This case highlights the distressing consequences of the illegal puppy trade. "Puppies raised in unlicensed, unregulated environments often suffer serious illness or even death due to early separation from their mothers, lack of proper care, and exposure to parasites. 'We receive frequent complaints from buyers whose new puppies are seriously ill shortly after purchase. "Many sellers use online platforms while posing as private individuals to avoid scrutiny. "The financial and emotional burden placed on unsuspecting buyers is huge, and there can also be serious health risks to humans from infections such as roundworms. "We are satisfied with the sentencing outcome, as this individual played a significant role in the illegal and unethical puppy trade. "The sentence sends a clear message to others engaged in this type of activity. "The scale of suffering in cases like this is unacceptable and avoidable. Stronger deterrents are needed to combat the illegal puppy trade and protect both animals and the public.' The Scottish SPCA continues to urge potential pet owners to adopt from reputable sources and to thoroughly research sellers when considering purchasing a pet online.
Miami Herald
27-03-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
United Chargers Announces Full Integration and Multi-App Capability for Grizzl-E EV Charging Stations With ev.energy
In the next step in advancing EV Charging technology, United Chargers is adding another software option to its popular Grizzl-E Ultimate product line with Customers now have even more choices to select software that works better for their needs and ensures long-term flexibility and peace of mind with OCPP. RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / March 27, 2025 / Today, United Chargers Inc., a leading EV Charger manufacturer known for the Grizzl-E line of products, announces a new EV Software partnership and integration with The new-generation Wi-Fi-Connected Grizzl-E EV Chargers lineup, including Grizzl-E Ultimate 48A and Grizzl-E Ultimate 80A, is now fully integrated with a leading provider of smart EV charging solutions. Drivers can maximize savings and minimize their environmental impact by using the app and accessing managed charging programs from utilities across North America. This is the next step in the evolution of home charging that will offer all users more flexibility, dependability, and long-term future-proofing. Grizzl-E Wi-Fi-Connected chargers use the open and interoperable Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) for smart charging software. United Chargers is continuing work to integrate Grizzl-E hardware with more software providers to give customers even more choices in their EV charging features. Gleb Nikiforov, United Chargers CEO, said, "Today is the next milestone in achieving EV charger interoperability, which will speed up the EV adoption and EV infrastructure build-up. We are happy to announce that the app is now fully compatible with the popular Grizzl-E lineup of the newest Ultimate products. Now, those EV chargers are eligible for all energy programs led by around the world." "We're excited to collaborate with United Chargers and bring smart charging capabilities to the popular Grizzl-E Ultimate line," said Julie Taylor, VP of Global Sales Growth & Partnerships at "This integration underscores our commitment to open standards and providing EV drivers with greater choice and flexibility in how they manage their charging. By combining software with United Chargers' robust hardware, we're empowering users to optimize their charging for cost, convenience, and a greener grid." About United Chargers United Chargers is a Canadian EVSE manufacturer and a leader in Level 2 EVSEs. United Chargers designs, develops, and manufactures its popular Grizzl-E EV chargers in Canada. United Chargers' goal is to speed up the adoption of electric vehicles with durable, affordable, and practical products for home and commercial use. Learn more: About is a Certified B Corporation® with a mission to make EV charging greener, cheaper, and smarter for utilities and their customers. Its end-to-end software platform wirelessly connects to a range of electric vehicles and chargers to intelligently manage EV charging while working with utilities to put cash back in customers' wallets for charging at grid-friendly times. With a global base of utility, vehicle OEM, and EVSE partners, manages more than 200,000 EVs on its platform each day. Learn more at SOURCE: United Chargers Inc press release
