Petknode - Do not feed their clients

Dozens of pet owners were shocked to find their pets in severely malnourished states last week after they had left them in Petknode’s care during the Hari Raya holidays.

At least 13 cats died, allegedly because Petknode staff did not feed them for nine days.

Petknode apologised yesterday through a Facebook note, saying lack of resources had prevented the company from taking care of all the cats in its care.

Anthony said the owners of Petknode suffered from greed, not mental illness.

He said SPCA’s statement might set a dangerous precedent.

“It will give the public the impression that people with psychiatric problems cannot have pets,” he said.

On the contrary, he added, pets were beneficial to the mentally ill.

He said a number of Petpositive members were doctors with experience in dealing with mental patients.

“I can understand what SPCA is saying, but they must qualify that statement carefully, and be specific,” he said.