This archive records a Great Dane named Stella and an elderly terrier mix named Bella in Polk County / Auburndale, Florida, United States. Deputies said Stella was about half her healthy weight, covered with fleas, sores and paw inflammation; Bella also had severe skin problems. Bradford Thomas was arrested and charged with animal cruelty and aggravated animal cruelty.

What happened

Deputies said Stella was about half her healthy weight, covered with fleas, sores and paw inflammation; Bella also had severe skin problems.

Bradford Thomas was arrested and charged with animal cruelty and aggravated animal cruelty.

Why this is recorded

The case is included because it concerns severe harm to animals and a public record of alleged cruelty, neglect, or killing. The archive keeps the focus on animal victims and verifiable facts.

Image and source note

The cover is a locally generated source-report excerpt. It is not a substitute animal photograph. No unrelated stock or AI image is used.

This text follows public reporting and uses alleged language where a case remains under investigation or prosecution.

Timeline

• 2025-05-27: Deputies said Stella was about half her healthy weight, covered with fleas, sores and paw inflammation; Bella also had severe skin problems.
• Afterward: Bradford Thomas was arrested and charged with animal cruelty and aggravated animal cruelty.

Sources

• People: A Man Allegedly Claimed His Severely Emaciated Great Dane Was a Picky Eater. Cops Say She Is Grateful to Eat After Rescue