Man who left dogs without water given 10-year ban

A man has been banned from owning animals for 10 years after he was found guilty of mistreating two Cane Corso dogs who were left without water on derelict land.

Venode Kumar Mohan, 49, had control of land between Cherwell Close and London Road, in Slough, when one of the dogs strayed from it into a garden on 12 June 2025.

Slough Council's animal welfare inspector visited and found the second dog at the site.

Mohan, from the Berkshire town, was found guilty of animal cruelty offences in his absence at Slough Magistrates' Court in September. He was told to complete 300 hours of unpaid work and fined £364 on 6 November.

The council established that the dogs were being left at the site for long periods and that they would bark "continually".

Zafar Satti, the council's lead member for public protection and regulatory services, said: "Animal welfare is not optional.

"We are committed to holding negligent owners accountable. Our animal welfare inspector works hard to help animals that have suffered because of their owners.

"This is another reminder that if you have pets, you have a responsibility to look after them and care for them."

Both dogs were rehomed after their ownership was transferred from Mohan in December 2025, the council said.