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.

"DVS headquarters confirms the receipt of a memorandum from several animal associations regarding this matter.

"The operation, which took place on Oct 6, 2024, was conducted in Kampung Raja, Paya Rawa, Pengkalan Nyireh, Air Tawar, Tanjung Demong, Gelam Mas and Jertih in the Besut district.

"It involved 25 MDB personnel, the Besut District Veterinary Office and the Kota Putera state legislative office," read the statement.

On Oct 13, MDB president Mohd Sukeri Ibrahim said the shooting of a stray dog named 'Kopi' was carried out according to established procedures.

Animal lover groups had recently questioned if MDB carried out the operation in accordance with the AWA as well as guidelines issued by the Housing and Local Government Ministry. – Bernama

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