The Big Read: With ban in HDB flats set to be lifted, can pet cats coexist in harmony with residents?

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With ban in HDB flats set to be lifted, can pet cats coexist in harmony with residents? By Nikki Yeo Pet cats have been banned in HDB flats for 34 years, due to concerns that the felines would cause disamenities to residents, such as dirtying common areas and noise pollution A proposed cat management framework by the Animal and Veterinary Service will allow HDB households to own up to two cats from next year, if implemented  Many cat owners and animal welfare groups welcome the proposal, though some others who are fearful of cats are concerned about the change Cat owners and animal welfare groups also highlighted some potential issues with the framework, such as the limit of two cats They added that one "critical omission" is the lack of mandatory sterilisation, which prevents unintended breeding and reduces disamenities Read the full article The romance and practical appeal of bus rides, and the special place they hold in Singaporeans' hearts As S'poreans flock across the Causeway to seek respite from rising costs, are they inflicting the same on Johor Bahru? Are public libraries dying? Not in Singapore — far from it Follow us for the latest news Contact Us Unsubscribe Copyright 2023© Mediacorp Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.