Edward Yee

History

Convicted: Puppy mill - 110 sharpei dogs
Jul 9, 1999 - Hooksett, NH (US)
Sentence: Yee pleaded guilty in Hooksett District Court to one charge of animal cruelty, one charge of illegal possessing prescriptions drugs and one charge of practicing veterinary medicine without a license, but will be allowed to keep nine dogs. He was also charged with practicing veterinary medicine without a license for stapling a prolapsed rectum 12 times. Further Yee pleaded guilty to charges of illegal possession of veterinary prescription drugs. Yee agreed to reimburse the town of Hooksett for the $10,000 to $15,000 spent to care for the dogs in the shelters, and he promised not to breed dogs for six years. In exchange, his $6,000 fine was suspended.

Also under the terms of the plea agreement, Yee must neuter or spay all the remaining dogs. Yee's home must be "suitable" for the dogs and open to spot inspections. After 6 years, Yee can own as many dogs as he wants.

Notes:
Yee received no jail time - he will be allowed to continue to own dogs but under several court restrictions. He must repay the town $15000 for the cost of care of the seized dogs and must not breed dogs for 6 years. A $6000 fine was suspended.