SINGAPORE, Feb. 9 -- More than 24,000 pet cats have been licensed in Singapore since new requirements took effect on September 1, 2024, under a two-year transition period for owners.
Cat owners must license and microchip their pets by August 31, 2026, with first-time applicants required to complete an online pet ownership course, CNA reported.
"As part of the cat-keeping rules, owners will need to ensure that their cats are kept in a safe environment and take reasonable steps to protect their cats from hazards, such as installing mesh or grilles to prevent the cats from roaming freely or falling from height," the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) said.
AVS encouraged cat owners to license their pets early to enhance traceability and sa...