GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has seized a dog that reportedly attacked a stray at Pearl Hill, Tanjung Bungah.
MBPP said it received a complaint through its official WhatsApp channel on Sunday (Aug 30) regarding the incident, believed to have taken place a day earlier.
Checks found that the dog involved had a valid licence and was registered as a mixed breed.
MBPP added that the complaint was referred to the Veterinary Services Department (DVS) for investigation.
"MBPP will cooperate with DVS regarding further action in the matter," it said in a statement on Monday (Aug 31).
It said the dog was seized today.
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"MBPP takes this incident seriously and will take appropriate action based on the findings of the investigation and the relevant laws in force," it added.
The incident came to light after a video showing the attack on a smaller white stray dog went viral.
The video shows the owner holding the attacking dog's leash as it repeatedly lunges at and bites the stray.
The stray, nicknamed Tim, is seen struggling to get away until a woman approaches with a long stick and drives the attacking dog away.
Another video shows Tim limping, with its left front leg apparently dislocated. However, it could not immediately be confirmed if the injury was sustained during the attack.
It is learnt that Tim was treated at a veterinary clinic and is in stable condition.
Penang DVS director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the department would investigate the matter under the Animal Welfare Act 2015.
