Meeting with Dato' Tang and the YDP of MPS

Finally, on the 10th of December 2007, the SPCA had a chance to have a meeting with the very busy Dato' Tang See Hang, State Assemblyman for Rawang, and the Yang DiPertua of the Majlis Perbandaran Selayang, Tuan Zainal Abidin Azim.



Both of them patiently listened to SPCA's proposal for stray control in MPS. And, GOOD NEWS, they both agreed to the bulk of our proposal!! This is indeed a great Christmas gift to the dogs in MPS and to the advancement of animal welfare in our country. If carried out successfully, MPS can very well lead the pack in stray contol for other municipals to follow.



So, in 2008, you can expect the following in MPS:

1. A new animal pound in Rawang! And MPS has agreed to allow SPCA access to the pound for management advice. New pound will be due in Jan 08.


2. A permanent Klinik Kembiri in Rawang. In its initial stages, SPCA will set up and manage the clinic. This clinic is due by March 08.


3. A big RPO seminar for all MPS area, called on by Dato' Tang himself. This is suppose to be done around the end of Jan 08.


4. Kempen Kembiri in JPH clinic before the permanent Klinik Kembiri is set up.


5. Dog Catching Workshop, organised by the SPCA for all dog catchers and contractors of MPS. This will be focused on using the net poles and humane handling of dogs.


6. A renewed dog licensing plan. All neutered dogs will get a big discount on their yearly licence fees - only RM10! Also, licensing will be more accessible to the public through vet clinics and pet shops.


7. More focus on public education - watch out for regular seminars and distribution of informative leaflets and posters.

Stay tuned!

If you wish to write and thank Dato' Tang or Tuan Zainal Abidin for their commendable approach for animal welfare, please contact us for their addresses and contact details!

Kempen Kembiri in Rawang

A Kempen Kembiri was held on the 1st of December 2007 in Rawang, an area under the Majlis Perbandaran Selayang. This time round, a total of 14 animals were spayed/neutered at the Klinik Jabatan Perkhidmatan Haiwan in Rawang.

The hectic situation in the clinic

A vet student volunteer prepping a dog for surgery

A pet owner and their dog awaiting the surgery

Meeting at MPS with RSPCA and WSPA

A meeting with MPS and SPCA with special guests from RSPCA and WSPA was held on 20th November 2007 in MPS building. The main aim of the meeting was for MPS to share their views on the stray problem and for SPCA to share the concepts of humane stray control along with the successful stories from accross the globe.

From left to right: Dr Natasha (SPCA), Dr Razif (Director of Health, MPS) and En Zulkifli (Health inspector, MPS).

Dr Kate Blaszak from WSPA gave some of her views on humane dog catching and some excellent examples of successful programs around Asia, including Singapore and Australia. Mr Brian Faulkner representing the RPSCA talked about the various humane methods that can be successfully implemented to catch dogs in our city environment. He suggests that the net pole method will be best suited for MPS. Other examples where this method was employed was Sri Lanka and Indonesia. He also mentions that Dubai has recently adopted a more humane approach to catching dogs, a huge change from the shooting that was going on previously. Goes to show that muslim countries can change to more humane methods of stray dog control.

Mr Brian Faulkner, RSPCA and Dr Kate Blaszak, WSPA

Dog catching using net poles in Bali, Indonesia

Kempen Kembiri, Bentong II

IVSA and UPM vet students

Kempen Kembiri was held in JPH Clinic, Bentong on the 24th of November 2007. This time round, 9 dogs and 5 cats were spayed on this day. This campaign was made extra special, by having volunteers from international vet students, who were also here for the IVSA Symposium (International Veterinary Students' Association) organised by the students in UPM.

One of the vet students taking the heart rate of a dog

The vet students helped to examine the animals before the surgery, and monitor the condition of the animals until it recovered from the surgery. It was definitely is an eye opener for them so see the need for veterinary services in a small town such as this. They definitely enjoyed the interaction between the local vets and local pet owners.

Pet owners listening intensely to the RPO seminar by Pris

The pet owners were also given a small talk on Responsible Pet Ownership (RPO) by our very capable SPCA staff, Priscilla. Each pet owner also took back with them goody bags of pet food and treats sponsored by Pedigree and Eukanuba.

Vet surgeon neutering a cat, looked on by vet students

A couple of volunteer vets and a couple more from UPM did the anaesthesia and neutering. They also guided some of the students on examination and monitoring. Lots of thanks to them for making this trip possible! Transferring a dog to the recovery area
Vet students monitoring the recovery of a cat

Kempen Kembiri

Upcoming Kempen Kembiri's:

1. Bentong, Pahang - 24th November 2007 - JPH clinic
Since the last Kempen Kembiri in Bentong, there has been a good response, and now more people will get a chance to have their pets spayed/neutered! We're coming back!

2. Rawang, Selangor - 1st December 2007 - JPH clinic
The first Kempen Kembiri under the Majlis Perbandaran Selayang area. This will be a good chance to show that you care for your pets by getting them neutered!

To register your pet for the Kempen Kembiri, please call the SPCA at 012-6040760.

We're also looking for volunteers for the campaign in Rawang. Call the number above if you're interested. Meanwhile, help us by spreading the good news!

Pet Care Day in Rawang

Pet Care Day was held on the 10th of November 2007 in Taman Jati, Rawang. This event was co-organised by SPCA and Majlis Perbandaran Selayang (MPS).

Dr Susan

On this day Dr Susan Wan from Pedigree talked about pet nutrition, En Zulkifli from MPS to talk about dog licencing and regulations, and of course, our very own Pris from SPCA to talk about responsible pet ownership.

Pris

Yummy goody bags of pet food were distributed to those who came to the event. Several people registered for our upcoming Kempen Kembiri to have their pets neutered.

Dr Lim handing out some souvenir for En Zul

Map to PetCare Day in Rawang

Map to Rawang from KL.

Easier to use the MRR2. If you're coming from Ampang/SPCA, head towards Batu Caves. After Batu Caves, turn off at the junction with signboard towards Ipoh. You'll come to a roundabout, turn at 3 o'clock, and follow the signs toward Ipoh.

Map in Rawang.

If you're coming from the MRR2, as soon as you reach Rawang, there'll be many shop lots on the left and right of the road (but before you reach the main town). Keep left, there'll be a Petronas on the left. After the Petronas, turn left. There's a big MCA building at the junction and a small signboard (not very obvious) saying "Taman Jati". Go straight in until you come to a field and turn left. You'll reach the Dewan Serbaguna Batu 17.

If you get lost, just ask around for directions to Taman Jati or the MCA.