The Paws Project

Which type of pets are not allowed in HDB?

• Yorkshire Terrier

• Poodle

• Cats

• Pug

What is the percentage of dogs and cats that enter the animal shelters, are euthanized?

• 56% and 71%

• 55% and 70%

• 46% and 70% 

• 50% and 50%

 

How many adoption centres are there in Singapore?

Why are abandoning/releasing pets into the wild bad for the ecosystem?

• People will not be bothered and not feed the animals

• They are unable to make friends in this new habitat

• There will be no space for humans to live in as all these animals run freely and occupy human living areas. 

• When everyone releases animals, the combined quantity will upset the natural balance. The areas of release will not be able to cope with the sudden increase of animals.

What is the punishment for abandoning animals in Singapore?

• On the first conviction: Fined up to $10 and/or imprisoned for a term up to 2 months.On subsequent convictions: Fined up to $100 and/or imprisoned for a term up to 3 months.

• Under the revised Animals and Birds (Amendment) Act 2014, one can be fined up to $15,000 or receive a jail term of up to 18 months, or both, for one's first offence as an individual.

• Depends on your lawyer

• No punishment at all

How many dog breeds are HDB-approved?

• 26

• 47

• 73

• 62

Is keeping pet chickens in private property allowed?

• Yes

• No

Which dog breed is allowed to be kept in HDBs?

• German Shepherd

• Chihuahua

• Husky

• Dalmatian

What is the maximum amount you would be fined if you breach the dog regulations?

Which animal is allowed to be kept in HDBs?

• Common Mynas

• Hedgehogs

• Red-eared terrapins

• Bearded dragons