And they call us dog lovers.(News) From: Evening Chronicle (Newcastle, England) | Date: September 9, 2005 | COPYRIGHT 2005 MGN Ltd. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Byline: By Sarah Knapton

A cruel couple starved their puppy for months.

James Parker, 23, and girlfriend Michelle Raine, 21, underfed the Rottweiler until its ribs, spine and hip bones were sticking out.

And they allowed the eight-month-old black and tan called Cassey to use their utility room as a toilet and roll around in the mess without ever washing her.

When RSPCA inspectors called at their home in Cartington Avenue, Shiremoor, they...