Trio admit badger offence
Chesterfield magistrates heard how a terrier-type dog got facial injuries after entering a sett on November 20th 2011.
Barry Scott, 23, of Norman Crescent, Sunnyfields, Doncaster; Liam Smith, 21, of Denaby Avenue, Conisbrough; and Daniel Davey, 21, of Manor Court, Denaby, appeared on Wednesday.
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Hide AdThey pleaded guilty on the basis that the offences resulted from reckless behaviour rather than deliberate intent.
The trio also denied digging for a badger, attempting to kill, injure or take a badger, attempting to cause an animal fight and unnecessary suffering to three other dogs.
The case was adjourned to 10th October for a trial to be fixed.
They will be sentenced for the admitted offences following the trial.