On Monday, January 29, 2018, Juan Bernardo Montesinos was sentenced with a Felony charge of animal cruelty. He pled guilty to Penal Code 597(b) and was given two years’ probation, 30 days to complete the Adult Offender Work Program, 10 years without animal ownership rights, and must pay the CCSPCA restitution charges.
The origins of this case date back to July 23, 2015, when Mr. Montesinos told our Humane Officers that his dog, Peter, was hit by a car in front of his home seven months prior. Peter was left untreated, thus, his leg was unable to heal. He coat was noticeably unkempt and showed signs of infection, too.
Peter was taken to the CCSPCA and was given several treatments to rid his skin infection and after numerous attempts to rehabilitate his hind leg, our veterinary staff performed an amputation. Following a speedy recovery, Peter was adopted into a new forever family on June 1, 2016 and is living his best life on three legs!
Though Peter spent months suffering, it is a relief that he was able to have a happy ending. We are grateful for the ongoing support from the Fresno County District Attorney’s office with animal cruelty cases. To report animal abuse or neglect, please contact (559) 233-7722 or visit Central California SPCA.
To help support the CCSPCA and its efforts to prosecute offenders and help abused, neglected, homeless animals, please consider making a donation, becoming a foster parent, or volunteering your time and talent. Donations can be mailed to CCSPCA, 103 S. Hughes Ave. Fresno, CA 93706, through ccspca.com, or in person.