30 October 2009
The Electric New Paper :
Animals need more protection
I REFER to the report, 'Dog bit groomer, so he hit it with clipper' (The New Paper, 24 Oct).
I am surprised by the sentence of two weeks' jail for the killing of a pet.
I feel it's too lenient
As animal abuse has been quite rampant lately, I am worried that this may send the wrong signal to would-be animal abusers.
I understand that the maximum punishment for animal abuse is 12months' imprisonment or fine.
I hope the authorities will do more to educate the public and create more awareness of the relevant legislation so that our animals are better protected.
FROM READER LOH MUN HOE
