Letters To The Editor, The Star, Thursday, March 30, 2006

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Opinion
Thursday March 30, 2006


Educate pet owners first

I FULLY sympathise with Disgusted Resident and other residents of Island Park, Penang, where dog owners have converted the children’s playground into a nasty poo-ground,“Dog owners turn playground into poo-ground” (The Star, March 29).

The same thing occurs in a playground in Section 17 of Petaling Jaya.

As a dog owner, I am ashamed that some dog owners have absolutely no respect or consideration for others or the environment.

There are many ways in which dog poop can be properly managed.

Since canines are creatures of habit, they can be easily taught to go to their owners’ bathrooms, toilets or gardens before they are taken out for walks.

Owners of pets that poo outside their homes should promptly pick up after their animals and dispose of the matter properly.

It was reported recently that the Housing and Local Government Ministry is drawing up a law that will require dog owners to promptly pick up after their pets or be penalised,“By-law puts tight leash on dog owners” (The Star, March 22).

The move has been long awaited by many responsible dog owners who are equally peeved by the actions of some irresponsible pet owners who give dogs a bad name.

However, let us not forget that no amount of laws and legislation can replace the role of pet education among members of the public.

I would, therefore, like to urge the ministry to ensure that it comes up with a comprehensive plan on pet education, which should be conducted by local councils together with animal NGOs in the country.



ANTHONY SIVA BALAN,

Petaling Jaya.











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