Animal cruelty and neglect cases in Singapore hit 12-year high; SPCA calls for stronger protection

A total of 961 confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns were recorded in 2024, the highest in 12 years. - Photo: ST file

SINGAPORE: The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) called for stronger animal protection laws and enforcement, as the number of confirmed reports of animal cruelty and welfare concerns hit a 12-year high.

A total of 961 confirmed reports were recorded in 2024, according to SPCA’s first full report released on Tuesday (Jan 7) on the state of animal cruelty and welfare in Singapore.