Pets left in flat so filthy and smelly it left woman's eyes stinging and nose streaming (opens original article in a new tab)

A man was banned from keeping animals after his cats were found living in a filthy flat with no food or water, leading to a 7-year ban and fines.

• A man was banned from keeping animals after his cats were found in a filthy flat with mounds of rubbish
• RSPCA officers reported poor living conditions, including no food or water, and a strong ammonia smell
• The man received a 7-year ban, community order, and fines for failing to meet the cats' needs
• All cats were rehomed or placed in RSPCA care