Target: Ms. Jessica Kwok, Group Director, Animal and Veterinary Service, NParks, Singapore
Goal: Ensure thorough investigation and prosecution of individual reportedly responsible for ordering abuse leading to dog’s death.
A 15-year-old poodle named Boyboy suffered horrific abuse that led to his death after being beaten and hung from a balcony under the scorching sun. The domestic worker, reportedly acting on her employer’s instructions, repeatedly hit the dog and suspended him by his harness from the balcony railing to “reduce his odor.” Boyboy died after hours of exposure, a tragic end to unimaginable suffering.
The domestic worker was reportedly instructed by her employer to confine Boyboy to the balcony and punish him if he ate without permission. Surveillance footage allegedly captured the worker pinning Boyboy to the ground, hitting him multiple times, and hanging him from the balcony. After his death, the employer purportedly arranged for his immediate cremation and disposed of his belongings, raising concerns about attempting to conceal the incident.
While the domestic worker has been sentenced to nine months in jail for her role, there is concern that the employer who allegedly ordered the abuse has not been held accountable. Animal welfare laws exist to protect innocent creatures from such cruelty, and those who instigate or facilitate abuse must face justice. Prevent future tragedies and uphold the integrity of animal welfare regulations.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Ms. Kwok,
I am writing to express deep concern over the reported case involving the death of a 15-year-old poodle named Boyboy, who died after being beaten and hung from a balcony under the sun. It has been reported that the domestic worker responsible for these actions was acting on instructions from her employer, who allegedly directed her to discipline the dog through physical abuse and to hang him outside to “reduce his odor.”
While the domestic worker has been prosecuted and sentenced, it appears that the employer who allegedly ordered these cruel actions has not faced legal consequences. This raises serious concerns about accountability and justice in cases of animal cruelty. Animals depend on humans for care and protection, and those who instigate or facilitate their abuse must be held responsible.
I urge you to ensure that a thorough investigation is conducted into the employer’s role in this tragic incident. By prosecuting all individuals reportedly responsible, you can help uphold animal welfare laws and send a clear message that such cruelty will not be tolerated.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Afif Ramdhasuma
