The Electric New Paper :
Dog ownership should be closely monitored
29 May 2009
THE Agri-food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) can do better to monitor the licences issued to pet shops for the sale of pedigree dogs.
They should also work with the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in educating owners on responsible pet ownership.
As dogs must be licensed in Singapore, AVA should make an effort to trace the whereabouts of the dogs if their licences are not renewed.
In the event that a person is unable to keep the animal, AVA should not provide free service to collect the animals because ultimately they may be accused by tax payers of providing such services for irresponsible pet owners.
FROM READER MARY LIM KIM SONG
