Taiwan’s parliament has banned the slaughter of cats and dogs for human consumption. And Taiwan’s cat loving woman president is no doubt celebrating this victory for animals.
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is often photographed with her cats, Cookie and A-Tsai. And last year she adopted three retired guide dogs. Tsai is Taiwan’s first female leader and a cat lover who routinely features her cats on her Facebook page.
The new law is a landmark amendment to Taiwan’s Animal Protection Act, according to the BBC, and is the first of its kind in Asia.
Anyone caught breaking the law faces a large fine or up to two years in prison – and having their names and photographs made public. The bill prohibits those using a car or motorbike from pulling their pets alongside them on a lead as they travel.
Many credit President Ing-wen with setting an example for her country when it comes to humane treatment of animals. In 2001, Taiwan passed legislation banning the sale of dog and cat fur.
This is wonderful news
I agree! Asia is a terrible place for animals and this is a step forward. I credit the nation’s new woman president.