Animal rescue groups badly hit by economic downturn


Koun, which was hit by a vehicle, receiving treatment at the animal hospital.

PETALING JAYA: Animal rescue groups are badly hit due to the current economic downturn and many are struggling to make ends meet.

Canine welfare project Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better (MDDB) adoption coordinator Christine Lai said many people cannot afford to be philanthropic anymore.

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