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SATURDAY CRIME NIGHT � A REPORT ON AN EMACIATED DOG

Early February this year, the ACRES Animal Crime Investigation Unit (ACIU) received feedback on an emaciated dog being brought for walks around the neighbourhood. The dog was found to be of skin and bones where the rib and hip bones were obvious at one glance and was barely managing the walk.

ACIU investigated and found the dog to match the allegations by the informant. A golf sized lump was found at the side of the rib. At the point of visit, the dog was out with the owner for close to 2 hours and no water was provided. The owner had to constantly tug the leash to get the emaciated dog going.

The authorities were alerted to investigate further. As of 4th March 2016, the case has been concluded and AVA will be taking enforcement action against the owner. The dog is currently receiving veterinary attention.

According to the Animals and Birds Act (Chapter 7) 41C – (1) Every owner of an animal –

(a) must take reasonable steps to ensure that -

(ii) the animal is provided with adequate and suitable food and water, taking into account its dietary needs;

(iii) the animal is not kept in confinement, conveyed, lifted, carried or handled in a manner or position that subjects the animal to unreasonable or unnecessary pain or suffering; and

(iv) the animal is protected from, and rapidly diagnosed of, any significant injury or disease;

We hope that current and future pet owners will be well aware of the heavy responsibilities of caring for a pet.

A PET IS FOR LIFE, DO NOT BUY IMPULSIVELY.

Be vigilant and report cases of animal cruelty to the ACRES Animal Crime Investigation Unit (ACIU) at acrescrime@gmail.com

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the public for being vigilant and stepping up to end animal cruelty.

#ACRES #EndAnimalCruelty #AnimalCrimeInvestigationUnit #ACIU #BeResponsible #PetOwnership

Photo Credit: ACIU

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ACRES (Animal Concerns Research & Education Society) is a pioneering Singapore-based charity and Institution of Public Character, founded by Singaporeans in 2001 with the aim of promoting animal welfare.

ACRES has six focus areas: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Wildlife Crime Investigation, Zoo Animal Welfare, Humane Education, Community Outreach and Promoting Cruelty-Free Living.

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