Written answer by Ministry of National Development on investigation into potential poisoning of dogs at Parry Avenue Field

Nov 7, 2023

Question No: 5337

Question by: Mr Louis Ng Kok Kwang

To ask the Minister for National Development (a) what steps will be taken to investigate the potential poisoning of dogs at a field in Parry Avenue; and (b) whether the findings of the investigations will be made public.

Answer:

Investigations into the deaths of dogs that have been said to be linked to a field at Parry Avenue are ongoing. NParks worked with agencies, such as SLA and NEA, to collect environmental samples and monitor the situation at the field and its surrounding areas. NParks has also spoken to the affected dog owners and attending veterinarians to gather relevant medical, environmental, and epidemiological information on the case. In addition, NParks has reached out to veterinarians, as well as dog owners living around Parry Avenue, for any report of similar cases. To date, NParks has not received any such report.

2        We understand that this is a difficult time for the affected dog owners and aim to complete investigations as soon as possible. The findings will be shared with the public when ready.