By Zaki Salleh
MANJUNG: A premises owner faced enforcement action for improperly keeping a large number of pets, following an inspection operation.
This came after an inspection by the Manjung Municipal Council (MPM) in collaboration with the Manjung District Veterinary Department and the Residents’ Committee (KRT) of Bandar Baru Setia Awan Perdana.
A complaint had previously been received about a large number of cats being kept in a shoplot premises in the area.
The inspection found 130 cats being kept in an enclosed space without any approved license.
The premises was found to be overcrowded, failed to meet animal welfare standards, and caused disturbances to local residents in terms of cleanliness and odor.
Following the inspection, a 14-day notice was issued to the premises owner.
This was due to the offense of operating an unlicensed animal shelter, in violation of licensing requirements for premises under 93 square meters.
In addition, the owner was issued a RM250 compound under the relevant Local Government By-Laws.
MPM stated it will conduct a follow-up inspection once the notice period ends, to ensure full compliance with the issued directives.
If no corrective action is taken, seizure of the premises may be considered.
MPM also emphasized that it will tighten the approval process for license applications for similar premises in the future as a preventive measure against recurrence.
