Statistics Of Stray Animals In Malaysia
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Statistics of stray animals in malaysia. Malaysia has had its fair share of strays in the form of both cats and dogs with news sites outlining the problem of the growing population of strays. First we have the problem of stray dogs and cats that could be a threat to humans. Founded in 1958 spca is a well respected and trusted animal welfare non profit organisation reg no.
Born free usa the exotic animal pet trade has become extremely popular in today s age. They will be paid a sum for every stray dog or cat they catch and the local council will entrust them with the responsibility to kill and dispose of the animal. Over the years the organisation has gained tremendous good will recognition and support from animal lovers all over malaysia.
Animal abuse on the rise in malaysia statistics show monday 27 aug 2018 11 37 am myt puteri which has since been adopted by her rescuer daachayeni is now recovering from surgery and is eating well. Malaysia already has a massive stray animal problem. Be it the developmental projects strewn across states or irresponsible owners leaving their pets behind there are various reasons which contribute to the initial problem.
Veterinarian dr salehatul khuzaimah mohamad ali said that there are two forms of animal abuse direct and indirect. Any guesses which animals were most frequently abused. Next we have the problem of the health ministry suggesting that animal friendly ngos like paws should take in.
03 8885 7000 fax. Some countries have no control or statistics on the number of abandoned or homeless companion animals located in the country therefore the following figures are estimated from our contacts in europe. Bernama reported that the statistics showed 463 cases recorded in 2016 while there were 510 cases in 2017.
Many animals are captured from their natural habitats and transported to different areas of the world to be sold as exotic pets. The cat cafe and rabbit restaurant are businesses run by animal loving people where stray animals are given a new lease on life by being part of the awesome new makan place concept. Pet lovers are increasingly coming to the fore and there are now unique ways you can show your support.
So if you have a dog or plan to have one in your home in malaysia do check with your local town councils for the rules and regulations you have to abide to as it varies between town councils to avoid unnecessary heartache and. Department of statistics malaysia block c6 complex c federal government administrative centre 62514 putrajaya tel. Well about 90 per cent of cases reportedly involved cats and dogs.
