Canberra man banned for animal cruelty to poodle | The Canberra Times

“However, each report provides a potential opportunity to improve an animal’s conditions, as it allows our inspectors to engage in dialogue with caregivers and owners, informing them of appropriate animal care obligations, issuing verbal warnings and conducting follow-ups where necessary, and even supporting pet owners who are experiencing difficulties and therefore unable to provide the care they would like to provide.