In a press release on Saturday , AVS said that the framework aims to safeguard public health, and better protect the health and welfare of Singapore’s pet and community cats.This includes a two-month online survey for the public, which is currently available on AVS’ website until Nov 2.
The first proposal is to expand the existing pet dog licensing and microchipping scheme to include pet cats. With the proposed licensing scheme, the public will be consulted on whether cats are suitable to be kept as pets in public housing, with AVS and HDB also exploring the possibility of allowing pet cats in flats.
"As we carefully review our pet ownership policies, we will consult the public widely, and continue to balance the needs of the different segments of our community."The second strategy looks to extend the Trap-Neuter-Rehome/Release-Manage programme for free-roaming dogs to community cats as well. Such cats will be sterilised after capture, and then rehomed where possible or released back into the community.
The findings will be used to refine the proposed cat management framework, including the proposal to extend the programme to community cats, said AVS.The third strategy would explore ways to further promote responsible cat ownership, the adoption of cats, and responsible community cat caregiving.
people have already been keeping cat(s) inside HDB apartments...
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