I was outraged when I read the article about Alison King and to see the picture of how those poor animals were kept. (The Argus, August 6).

I think her solicitor Edward Elton was probably ashamed of himself for making such a poor excuse for her actions - putting it down to depression.

But, of course, he had to say something. Solicitors are paid good money for speaking for someone in a court of law.

He must have felt sick to his stomach. The suffering those animals went through will never make up for the few tears she supposedly cried.

There are many people who suffer with depression, including myself, but never would I dream of inflicting any harm or pain on any living thing.

I have four children and one beautiful pedigree German Shepherd and I wouldn't dream of hurting any of them, even when depression has hit.

This woman has added herself to the ever-increasing list of cold and heartless pigs who enjoy inflicting pain and suffering on those who cannot stand up for themselves.

-Ann Thompson (Mrs), Eastbourne