Careless pet owners face fines up to SR50,000 in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh's animal shelter dedicated to caring for animals amid fears of coronavirus spread

Published: May 18, 2020 16:07 Ramadan Al Sherbini, Correspondent

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Saudi authorities have warned that carelessness towards pets is punishable by a fine of up to 50,000 riyals. “Negligence of animals is represented by their owners’ lack of attention, malnutrition [of the pets[ or leaving them without adequate food or food or failing to give them enough rest,” the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said on its Twitter. Image Credit: Reuters

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The ministry urged due attention to animals during a curfew currently in force in the country to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus Image Credit: Reuters

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“Don’t forget them during the curfew. Make sure you provide food and water for animals when you are away," it said, addressing pet owners. Image Credit: Reuters

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The ministry has announced a designated phone number to receive alerts on cruelty towards or negligence of animals. Image Credit: Reuters

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A Saudi woman wears protective face mask as she holds her cat at Riyadh's animal shelter, dedicated to caring for animals amid fear that cats and dogs might contract or transmit the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Image Credit: Reuters

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A dog is pictured at Riyadh's animal shelter, dedicated to caring for animals amid fear that cats and dogs might contract or transmit the coronavirus disease (COVID-19 Image Credit: Reuters

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