A Word From The Inspectorate
Hi all,
We’re out on the field non-stop, but here’s a quick update on reports lodged regarding dog-catchers that we’re working on.
In the wake of the Turbo’s case in late September – the Jack-Russell Terrier abducted from his home by Majlis Perbandaran Selayang dog-catchers – two more reports were made to SPCA on the long-standing issue of unethical and inhumane dog-catchers in the Klang Valley. As you’ve probably heard, two weeks ago a case was reported where Majlis Perbandaran Subang Jaya (MPSJ) dog-catchers caught a stray dog and dragged it through a house gate (click to read article here>>). SPCA have since contacted the Dept of Vet Services, who have taken up the matter with the MPSJ Health Department and will be investigating the case further. Also, within days of this incident, another pet owner lodged a report with SPCA, alleging that Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam (MBSA) dog-catchers had trespassed into her home and caught her dog, dragging it out from underneath the main gate.
SPCA is currently following-up with DVS on all three cases with the Dept of Vet Services on a daily basis.
Warm Regards,
SPCA Animal Inspectorate
(Cunera, Glyn, Thean & Murugan)
Know Your Rights, Protect Your Dog
SPCA Selangor urges all dog owners and their neighbors to be vigilant, after an increasing number of reports of dog catchers breaking into homes and stealing their dogs - sometimes with force resulting to injuries to the dog. They also try and coax the dog to the fence and then snare the dog with poles and drag it outside the property. Quite often these dog catchers use the excuse that the dog is not licenced, in order to try and justify their actions. The monetary incentive is attractive, with many municipals paying them up to RM45 per dog.
Please be reminded that in ALL municipal councils, dog-catchers DO NOT HAVE legal authority to climb the fence and enter into your home compound, whether or not your dog has a licence. However, in several municipalities, municipal dog-catchers are given the authority to enter into a vacant property to remove stray animals. SPCA has confirmed the above information with the Dept of Vet Services.
Please keep eye on each others dogs especially when your neighbours are at work. If you see something suspicious take notes:
• Description and registration number of van
• Description/ uniform worn by people stealing dog
• How many of them are there
• Note all actions and record details of the incident in detail
• Take photos of van and people in action
• Video if possible
• Make a police report immediately
Notify SPCA Selangor immediately at 42565312/ 42535179 (8.30am-4.30pm) or at spca@streamyx.com, so we can compile evidence on the case and follow-up with the authorities.
Remember, your vigilance can save a dog’s life.
SPCA @ ISKL
On Monday, SPCA gave a 30-minute talk to the 6th Graders of the International School of Kuala Lumpur on the 6 Pillars of SPCA Selangor, highlighting that kids can help the animals in many ways too! The 12-year-olds had many questions on issues such as adoption, stray animals and euthanasia. Click to read the kids positive and encouraging blog responses to the talk at http://www.isklrewired.blogspot.com/ !
Let The Good Times Roll!
45 animal-lovers turned up to attend SPCAs Party Animals In The City on the 7th of Nov at the Boathouse Restaurant in Tmn Tun Dri Ismail! After a brief introduction to SPCAs work by Meem, Mylo (a rescue dog) ceremoniusly hopped over a ribbon to officiate the occasion and get the party started! Thanks to Yean Nee & Adeline for the beautiful venue and heavenly food ! Keep your eyes peeled for the next Party Animals dinner early next year!
White Tiger Cubs Find New Momma!
When hurricane Hannah separated two white tigers from their mother, Anjana came to the Rescue. Anjana, a chimp at TIGERS in South Carolina , became surrogate mom and playmate to the cubs, even helping with bottle feeding, (according to The Sun). But here's the truly amazing part: Anjana does this all the time, having raised leopard and lion cubs !
SPCA 2009 Calendar out next week!
Many of you have been calling and e-mailing to find out when and where you can get our Calendars from – the good news is it will be on sale at the SPCA Animal Shelter from next Wednesday onwards! The desktop calendars retail for RM20, so start 2009 by supporting a worthy cause!
Mutts & Moggies : The New Pink!
Recently, US President Barack Obama expressed his intentions to adopt a shelter dog, “a mutt, like me”. Here are some lovable mutts and moggies looking for good homes at the SPCA Animal Shelter!
Click Here For More Pictures >>
Visit http://www.animalsmatter.org/ or http://www.udaw.org/ for more information
