MY PAPER
TUESDAY MARCH 10, 2009
My Say
HARD TO FIND HOME FOR HOMELESS PETS
I REFER to the letter, “Allow for exceptions to big-dog rule in flats” (my paper, March 5).
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty against Animals (SPCA) thanks Miss Stefanie Lua for raising this issue on behalf of dog owners who may be downgrading from a private property to an HDB flat, where it is not permitted to keep big breeds of dog.
As the writer mentioned, during a recession, the number of dog owners having to downgrade could increase.
The SPCA supports the call that HDB not be too rigid when considering appeals, as it is not easy for new homes to be found for homeless pets.
As more dogs are commercially imported, bred and sold, the avenues for re-homing are limited.
A compassionate approach is needed to help people who may face the terrible dilemma of having to part with a beloved pet.
Ms Deirdre Moss
Executive Officer
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty against Animals
