But Judge David Pugsley allowed him home after hearing that the criminal's dog was "like a child" to him.
Reaney appeared via video link from jail before Stoke-On-Trent Crown Court, Staffs. He said he was concerned about Vinnie's welfare because he had been on remand since April 24.
Reaney said of the dog, named in tribute to hardman footballer turned movie star Vinnie Jones: "He's lovely, he's like a child to me. I've had to get someone to go in to feed him but I need to sort something out for him. I know I'll probably be sent to prison on Friday. I've turned my life around. I've been doing voluntary work and doing better than I've ever done."
Prosecutor Paul Spratt opposed bail. But Judge Pugsley agreed to it. He said: "I'm breaking all the conventions but I'm going to grant you bail until Friday.