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The public is urged to report cases to the SPCA (6287 5355) where animals are kept in unsatisfactory conditions.

The SPCA is concerned about the condition of dogs on pet farms. Two cases were brought to SPCA’s attention by Stomp (Straits Times) and a member of the public. These were in relation to conditions at farms in the Pasir Ris area.
Puppies in a small cage
 The picture of the caged puppies were taken at a pet farm at Pasir Ris Farmway 2 in September 2006, by a family who had gone there thinking they would be able to find a good, healthy West Highland White Terrier puppy. They were taken aback however, by the condition of many dogs there, and the standard of hygiene and dog care.
The SPCA thanks the girl who wrote to Stomp to create awareness on this issue. The SPCA fully agrees with her that the conditions are not suitable. The cages are too small, there is no proper base on the cages for the puppies to lie on, and the farm is using water bottles. The SPCA referred this case to the Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA), who after investigating felt that there was no welfare issue. However, the farm licensee was advised and agreed to ensure that animals are housed and managed properly.
The bulldog picture was taken by a concerned member of the public who wrote to the AVA directly, about the conditions of several of these animals kept at a premise at Pasir Ris Farmway 1, presumably for breeding purposes. When the AVA investigated, they were told that the dogs were being kept temporarily at the farm and any dogs with medical conditions were receiving medical attention. The operator was however fined for keeping dogs without valid licenses. The AVA informed the complainant that the dogs were subsequently rehomed.
The SPCA does not have any powers of enforcement and may not be permitted into some of these establishments. We can however, refer complaints to the AVA and speak up through the press and our own publications. Although we are unable to name the company, we can highlight unsatisfactory conditions through photos in our publications and website so that the public is alerted and informed not to patronise such operators. We urge you to help spread the word to your friends and family. Please report any pet farms and pet shops that do not give proper care to their animals.
 
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