On 26th December 2024, The Spca Received A Report ..

On 26th December 2024, the SPCA received a report about birds being trapped in a coffee shop. Our Animal Rescue Officers (AROs) were immediately dispatched to the scene, where they discovered two mynah birds confined in separate traps set up by the coffee shop manager.

When questioned, we learnt that this was not the first time the manager had trapped birds and sprayed paint on them before releasing them, evidenced by the red-stained traps. Although he had intended to release the birds much later, our AROs requested for their immediate release. Ignoring their advice against spray-painting the birds, he still did so before setting them free. Our AROs also suggested alternative humane bird deterrents, such as bird nets commonly used by other coffee shops, but he seemed unwilling to adopt these measures.

Spray-painting birds is both harmful and ineffective. The paints can contain toxic chemicals that may cause respiratory issues, skin irritation, or other adverse health effects in birds. Moreover, the act of trapping and painting causes significant stress and suffering, compromising their well-being. Spray-painting also fails as a deterrent and instead causes unnecessary cruelty.

With captured evidence of the incident, our Inspectors escalated the case to the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS). By 9th January 2025, the AVS issued an advisory letter to the individual involved, instructing him to cease trapping birds as such actions contravene the Animals and Birds Act, which protects animals from harm and prohibits the use of inappropriate trapping methods.

🚨 If you suspect that an animal has been subjected to cruelty:

Secure the animal: If it is safe, try to contain the animal

Keep the animal in sight: If securing is not possible, stay with the animal until help arrives

Record it: Document evidence if possible, such as photos or videos of the act of cruelty, of the animal, and the surrounding areas

Report promptly: Contact the SPCA or relevant authorities immediately to ensure timely intervention

SPCA hotline: 6287 5355 (ext. 9)

AVS hotline: 1800 476 1600

Police hotline: 999

ACRES Wildlife Rescue hotline: 9783 7782

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The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA Singapore) is the first registered animal welfare organisation in Singapore. The two main objectives of SPCA Singapore are: to promote kindness to animals and birds, and to prevent cruelty to animals and birds.

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