Authorities can legally cull stray dogs


Taking safety precautions: Perak Veterinary Services Department personnel vaccinating a dog belonging to Chew Thua Lek (top) and other pet dogs in Kuala Sepetang. — Bernama

PUTRAJAYA: The decision to cull stray dogs in the event of a rabies outbreak should not be disputed as it is permissible under the law, said Veterinary Services Department director-general Datuk Dr Quaza Nizamuddin Hassan Nizam.

He defended the culling of stray dogs in rabies-infected areas.

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