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Selangor's veterinary authority has committed to a comprehensive investigation into a dog's death during a stray dog-catching operation in Port Klang, with potential charges involving penalties up to RM100,000 and three years imprisonment.
The Royal Klang City Council has transferred its investigation into a fatal incident during a stray dog-catching operation in Port Klang to police, after claiming individuals obstructed officers and threatened self-harm.
Three Malaysian elephants housed at Japan's Tennoji Zoo are thriving, with significant weight gains recorded. Taiping Municipal Council confirms proper nutrition and veterinary care under a 25-year bilateral agreement.
Malaysia's wildlife authority will establish a task force to review and strengthen procedures governing elephant processions after public backlash over an event in Kelantan, with support from anti-corruption and integrity units.
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Authorities in Mukah conducted a raid targeting illegal cockfighting, resulting in the arrest of four local men and the seizure of roosters and gambling equipment.
An estimated one million cats are slaughtered annually across Indochina, particularly Vietnam, fuelled by superstitions linking the meat to good fortune and medicinal benefits despite overwhelming public opposition to the trade.
Melaka has launched a QR code tagging system for livestock to strengthen monitoring, identify owners quickly during incidents, and tackle the growing problem of stray animals threatening public safety.
Wildlife conservation group Peka has urged Malaysia's police to establish a task force investigating the transfer of elephants to Japan, alleging irregularities in shipping paperwork and questioning compliance with domestic and international law.
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A Malaysian activist has completed the opening stage of a 290-kilometre solo run from Taiping to Parliament in Kuala Lumpur to raise awareness about animal welfare issues concerning three elephants housed at a Japanese zoo.
Vietnamese authorities have dismantled a criminal network that stole cats for slaughter, rescuing over 400 animals. Nine suspects face charges after a three-year operation targeting pets across southern Vietnam for illegal meat sales.