Category: Animal Rights EN

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) is shocked and condemns the decapitation of the three pygmy elephants, murdered within three months of one another. It is a difficult time for Sabah because elephant deaths are on the rise, particularly since 2013 when fourteen endangered pygmy elephants were discovered dead under suspicious circumstances in the Gunung Rara Forest Reserve in Sabah....

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) is alarmed by yet another case of wildlife smuggling involving exotic species through Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), which remains a key transit point for traffickers in the booming illegal wildlife trade. In early March, two smugglers boarded a Malaysia Airlines flight to Chennai with wildlife concealed in a suitcase, passing undetected...

Every creature, no matter how small, plays a crucial role in the delicate balance of life. By taking a moment to respect and protect these beings, we are reminded of the deep interconnectedness that binds all living things. Acts of kindness – whether toward ants, bees, or caterpillars – create ripples of compassion, helping to build a world where every form of life is cherished. Let us tread...

The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) commends Tengku Permaisuri Selangor for her compassion and kindness in speaking out on behalf of the voiceless stray animals. This is a significant milestone, and CAP sincerely hopes that all local councils in Malaysia will heed Tengku Permaisuri's royal advice rather than the ruthless and inhumane practice of killing street dogs. The tragic death of...

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is alarmed by the escalating human-wildlife conflicts in Malaysia, exacerbated by rapid urbanization and habitat destruction. Reports of poaching, illegal wildlife trade, roadkill incidents, and displaced animals reveal the severe consequences of deforestation and unregulated land development. A growing human population drives constant encroachment into...

The Consumer’s Association of Penang (CAP) is deeply concerned by alarming social media reports about incidents of poisoned stray dogs found dead in the Tanjung Bungah neighbourhood in Penang. Last year, there were 29 instances of dog poisoning in Island Glades, leading to the deaths of 29 dogs. Additionally, five deceased dogs were found in Brown Garden, Gelugor, under similar circumstances....

Roadkill incidents in Malaysia have become increasingly common, prompting the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) to urge the relevant authorities, including the Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, the Wildlife Department (PERHILITAN), and the highway authorities, to tackle this issue. The 2022 Auditor-General's Report reported a total of 2,562 incidents of...

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) is concerned over the news regarding the issuance of hunting permits for year-round crocodile hunting in Sabah. Sabah’s population of wild crocodiles have recovered in the state since they were legally protected in 1982. However, a new set of problems has arisen: an increase in human-crocodile conflict. The challenge now is how to sustain what the...

Much is said about the cruelties involved in the pet industry but many pet buyers who purchase their pets from pet shops are ignorant or unaware of where the breeds – purebreds, crossbreeds, or mixed breeds – originate from. Puppy mills and backyard breeders are the well-kept secret of the pet trade industry. Often hidden from public view, these breeding facilities mass produce dogs for sale...