Another savage biting incident, this time at Sentosa. Both dog and owner is at the losing end of this. Worst still, the dog may be put to sleep.
Under the MISCELLANEOUS OFFENCES (PUBLIC ORDER AND NUISANCE) ACT (CHAPTER 184) Pt 9, it states :
Ferocious dog at large
9. Any person who negligently suffers to be at large any ferocious dog without a muzzle shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000, and if the dog has bitten, or attempted to bite any person, the dog may be killed by order of a Magistrate’s Court.
Whether the owner is jobless, only had the dog for 1 month, not aggressive, don't know if dog is registered, etc is immaterial. Fact is, it happened during her watch and she's liable.
I've also learnt that things in Tanjung Beach hasn't changed after the incident. Dogs are still running around off-leashed. While I'm glad that the Sentosa authorities are open about the whole thing and that "its beaches are meant to be enjoyed by all visitors, including those with pets", irresponsible and inconsiderate dog owners are "sabo-ing" other responsible & considerate dog owners.
When will these dog owners ever learn?
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