Veterinary Services Dept to review memorandum on dog shooting


PUTRAJAYA: The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) will review a memorandum received on Friday (Oct 18) from several animal associations over a dog-shooting operation by the Besut District Council (MDB).

In a statement on Saturday (Oct 19), DVS said it would provide updates on an ongoing investigation under the Animal Welfare Act when available.

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