PUTRAJAYA, July 4 — The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) has recorded the statement of a man who went viral after he was accused of abusing a Husky dog at a condominium in Kajang recently.
It said that an investigation paper would be referred to the office of the deputy public prosecutor for further instructions.
“Following public complaints, DVS made an initial inspection at the scene at 11am on Tuesday (July 2) and found that the Husky had been rescued and taken by members of the public to a private animal clinic located in Kota Damansara.
"DVS duly took possession of the dog for investigation and further inspection by veterinary officers,” said the department in a statement today.
An investigation paper has been opened under paragraph 29(1)(a) of the Animal Welfare Act 2015.
DVS emphasised it has never issued any statement regarding the condition of the Husky.
“DVS takes seriously anyone who makes false accusations on media and social apps,” said DVS, which said it will not hesitate to take legal action.
Complaints about animal welfare can be channelled to DVS at awa.dvs.gov.my (MyAnimalWelfare).
— Bernama
