Month: April 2011

  • Further clarification from the office of the ADUN of Subang Jaya

    Ref: http://animalcare.my/2011/04/yb-hannah-yeoh-replies.htmlThere’s no enforcement on muzzling the dogs. Only requirement when walking the dog is to use a leash. Also, from my conversation with Dr Roslan, he denied telling the reporter that we actually are going around looking for the banned dogs, that’s not being done. Rajiv Rishyakaran

  • Rescued dog, urgently in need of adopter

    This a very urgent request from a student, Jacqueline Thien. She rescued a dog recently with the intention of rehoming him, but now her landlady is complaining about the dog and has threatened to report her to MBPJ if she does not get rid of the dog within 3 days from today. Jacqueline is desperately…

  • Of muzzles, banned breeds and….other things

    Ref: http://animalcare.my/2011/04/yb-hannah-yeoh-replies.html My friend has these to share: Muzzling a dog:The muzzle is used by vets when handling a snappy dog, not for dogs out on a walk.  The muzzle makes it difficult for the dog to breathe properly and is unnatural and stressful as well.  All dogs cool down their body by breathing through their…

  • Serbian teacher saves 500 shelter dogs

    Another wonderful piece from Mrs Wong: With all of the tragic news about animals out there, it’s nice to be able to share this uplifting story that shows the positive side of human nature. A teacher in Serbia came to the aid of 500 homeless dogs and puppies that had been fending for themselves at…

  • Couple bring blind baby alpaca on 1000 mile journey home

    The Great Animal Rescue Chase (http://animalrescuechase.com/) is proud to bring you the unique story of a New Zealand couple who refused to let a newborn alpaca be euthanized. Though she was born premature and likely to suffer complications, they believed that she deserved a chance to live. They embarked on a 1,000 mile journey with…

  • Books going to Singapore and Penang

    Today, all my five books will be sent to Singapore for distribution.  All five titles, including the 3 animal books, ie. Pawprints, Indy Jones and Rainbow Bridge. Many thanks to everyone who has helped and is going to help transport these books from KL to Singapore and distribute them there:  PC Leong, Mr Ma, TY…

  • Joanne’s 10 dogs in Klang

    Joanne Lim wrote to me last week, requesting help in spaying-neutering 10 dogs in Klang and treatment for one injured dog.Photos: http://animalcare.my/2011/04/help-for-10-dogs-in-klang.html After much difficulty, the injured dog was finally brought to our Klang clinic today. Mandy writes: Joanne brought the injured dog to the vet this evening. According to the vet, the dog has…

  • Another female cat spayed (Maslinda’s)

    Today has been an extremely busy day. Another cat has also been spayed in PJ under our sponsorship. This is Omok, a female cat rescued by Maslinda and her team of swimmers.  Omok, recuperating at home.

  • A mother and 3 kittens, dumped

    One of our panel vets called me this afternoon.  A lady by the name of Lillian had brought a mother-cat and 3 kittens to the clinic, asking for help in spaying the mother-cat and getting the kittens adopted. I said we’ll pay for the spaying of the mother if the vet feels she is fit…

  • Young cat spayed

    Yin Wey feeds two cats who live around her house.  The older one, whom she names Cash, is currently pregnant.  Cash has probably given birth 7 times now, and Yin Wey has agreed to get her spayed after she delivers and her kittens are weaned.  One of Cash’s daughters, Cheque, is about 9 months old…

  • Buzz, cat with diaphragmatic hernia (Aznah Gulam Mydin/Sumitra’s)

    Agnes and Sumitra wrote to me last week about a female cat (rescued by cat-feeder Aznah Gulam Mydin).  This female cat, now named Buzz, was supposed to have been spayed together with another male cat, but upon administering the anaesthesia, Buzz went into a “cynotic” state. Here’s the report from the vet who attempted to…

  • ADUN SJ replies

    I wrote to YB Hannah Yeoh, the ADUN of Subang Jaya over this: http://animalcare.my/2011/04/appeal-to-adun-of-subang-jaya.html This is her reply: Dear Dr Chan, Please read the link below – http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2011/4/19/nation/8510646&sec;=nation Putrajaya has clarified the issue:Dr Aziz also gave assurance that the department and local councils would not seize banned breeds from their owners as they had legal…

  • Of Chinese wedding dinners and the Sharks’ Fin Soup

    I’ve long known about what they do to sharks to get their fins, but have never actually watched a video on it. My daughter, Ming-Yi, sent me this last night:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaZjmT8mHbU&feature;=share   Warning: She says it’s extremely disturbing, so it’s not for the weak-hearted.    I don’t dare watch.  I might not be able to function…

  • Goodnight, Sleep Tight…

    Cow Bunny Bun Buns.  Poor little Bunny got attacked by Cow the other day.  See the scratch on his little pink nose?  Bunny’s real big, but as gentle as a lamb.  He’s even afraid of Cleo (the fusspot princess).  Cleo Bobby on his favourite chair. Eh…why are you still up?  That’s Indy grabbing a midnight…

  • An appeal to the ADUN of Subang Jaya

    I have just sent this email to YB Hannah Yeoh: Dear YB Hannah, As a resident of Subang Jaya, I am very disturbed by this news: http://animalcare.my/2011/04/what-shame.html It is not the fault of the dogs that they exist or have been brought into the country. It is the fault of the humans, and perhaps, even…