Letter: Dogs are victims too
-by Anthony Thanasayan, President, Petpositive -
Dear Editor,
WE strongly regret the incident where a man was bitten in the leg by a pit bull terrier at a workshop in Kuala Lumpur.
Dog owners have an obligation to ensure that their pets pose no threat to the public.
They must be conscientious and stringent about where and how they keep their dogs.
Canines with a strong tendency to be protective of their masters should be managed with extra care, especially when people unfamiliar to the animals are around.
Overly aggressive dogs require therapy and training.
Contrary to some opinion, pit bull terriers should not be classified in any ‘banned breeds list’.
They are not only regarded in many countries as wonderful family companions but some groups have even set up rescue and rehabilitation services for such dogs – with tremendous success.
Pit bulls, however, are not for everyone. They require owners who are intelligent, responsible, dedicated and understanding.
In every case of a dog attack, dogs are as much victims as the humans they turn on. Pit bulls are no exception.
The Government should review the ‘banned dogs list’ and remove pit bulls from the list.
As for the pit bull that bit the man, the Veterinary Services Department should try and rehabilitate the dog and only euthanise it when there is no other choice.
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