Via Crimenews2000.com:

At least Vinnie didn't die, and his previous caretaker and abuser has admitted to his horrible behavior.  William Essex pled guilty to felony animal cruelty, was given probation, has to pay for Vinnie's vet bills, pay child support for a child of his living in Dinosaur (what a name for a town!--and people make jokes about Cut And Shoot), get anger management counseling, and do 200 hours of community service.  Vinnie is in a new home.