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The journey to rescue dogs and cats in Vietnam 12:33 | 06/03/2021
More than five million dogs and one million cats killed each year in Vietnam, and these haunting figures reflect the current alarming extent of dog and cat meat consumption and trade. According to a report by Four Paws, these numbers are five times higher than in Indonesia and 1.5 times higher than in Cambodia. This harrowing reality has made it a top goal for local animal welfare organisations to change peopleâs perceptions on the consumption of dog and cat meat and improving the welfare of these animals.
The journey to rescue dogs and cats in Vietnam
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A cat meat restaurant, which reportedly served around 240 cat meat meals a month, and its associated slaughterhouse in Thai Binh, Vietnam, were shut down on Dec. 15.
According to Four Paws the global animal welfare organization that oversaw the shutdown along with Change for Animals Foundation, Hanoi Pet Rescue, Paws for Compassion, and Vietnam Cat Welfare 20 cats and 5 dogs awaiting slaughter were rescued from the facility. Unfortunately, one of the cats died shortly after it was saved. Get push notifications with news, features and more. + Follow
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