A huge Burmese python has been found living in a rubbish filled home alongside seven other pets.
The property was described as ‘chaotic’ by inspectors who trawled through empty beer cans and trash.
Aya, the massive female snake was found inside a small enclosure without a suitable heat source.
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During the python’s extraction from the home, the handler stated the reptile was very cold to the touch.
The snake was living alongside five cats and two dogs at the home in Fairy Street, Hetton-le-Hole, near Sunderland.
The horrific discovery of the animals’ living conditions has led to the owners being slammed with a 10 year ban.
David Willis, 36, and Gemma Olds, 41, pleaded guilty to three Animal Welfare Act offences at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court.
The pair were sentenced on (9 Jul) and have been prevented from looking after animals for the next decade.
The investigation carried out by the RSPCA on (10 Jan) discovered the neglected pets had no access to water.
Willis and Olds were each fined £90 and have been ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £36 and costs of £500, as reported by Need To Know.
Heidi Cleaver, RSPCA inspector, said: “It was immediately apparent that the house was chaotic.
“There were personal belongings all over and the floor was littered with beer cans and rubbish.
“Several internal doors were off their hinges and leaning against walls which made walking around very difficult.
“An enclosure on top of this had a royal python in it.
“Inspector Green handled the snake and noted she was very cold to the touch.”
“One of these animals had been given even the basics and were living in unsanitary conditions which were wholly unsuitable.
“We all have a responsibility to the animals we take on and that includes providing them with a clean and comfortable environment, adequate nutrition and fresh drinking water.
“I’m really pleased the animals have all made a good recovery and we can now start the process of finding them loving new homes.”
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