Dog left to die in back yard Inkster, MI (US) Incident Date: Monday, Dec 22, 2003 County: Wayne Local Map: available Disposition: Alleged Case Images: 2 files available Alleged: LaTonya Nicole Taylor

Case ID: 1865 Classification: Neglect / Abandonment Animal: dog (non pit-bull) View more cases in MI (US) Login to Watch this Case

Local authorities and animal advocates have rescued a two-year-old dog from a Michigan backyard.The dogs ribs were protruding, his fur was falling out, and his face was scarred.

At the time of his rescue the Ian was diagnosed as being only hours away from dying, and required immediate medical attention to save his life.

The dog, who has since been named Ian, had apparently been deprived of food and water for several days. Authorities believe that Ian had in fact suffered for most of his life with inadequate food and water.

The dog's owner, LaTonya Taylor, has been charged with animal abuse and animal neglect and faces up to 90 days in jail.

Local police animal control officers will periodically visit Taylor to check on her other two dogs that are still in her possession.

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