Couple banned from owning pets after 114 guinea pigs and 31 cats found in filthy home

BBC UK Friday 14 August 2026, 10:13 UTC 1 min read

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A RSPCA inspector said conditions at the home of Michael and Helen Weston were the worst she had ever seen.

RSPCA (ORG) Michael (PERSON) Helen Weston (PERSON)

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