Over 2,000 animals have been rescued by the animal ambulance since it began service in June 2009. The service, which is available 24 hours a day, is part of the increased government attention towards animal welfare. Other services offered, such as a free neutering service has also seen over 2,000 cases in an attempt to curb the amount of animals abandoned in Malta’s streets. Meanwhile, over 700 stray dogs have been rescued by NGOs such as Dog’s Trust Malta.
Speaking at an event in honour of World Animal Day, Minister for Rural Affairs George Pullicino addressed the problems of animal violence as well as the important impact of animals on the lives of their owners.
Members of the Guide Dog Foundation also gave talks regarding public awareness of guide dogs and their owners, giving advice both for pedestrians who may encounter them on the streets, as well as drivers who may observe them crossing the roads.
Since the increased importance placed upon animal welfare in the last year, the ALE has also been on call to respond to reported cases of animal cruelty. Another project scheduled for development is the Animal Welfare Centre which is currently being built in Ta’ Qali. The scope behind this project is that animals in the streets can be given medical care and attention in this centre.
Source: di-ve.com
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