SINGAPORE – They say a cat has nine lives but one lucky kitty narrowly putting that to the test after being stranded on a precarious ledge of a Housing Board flat.
SPCA Singapore dispatched a rescue officer to the unit which was on the 12th storey, while two police officers assisted with an opened blanket on the ground floor in case the kitten fell.
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SPCA’s video on Facebook revealed that the rescue officer easily drew the kitten up with a pole, reuniting it with its owner.
While a certain tragedy was prevented this time, the incident reveals a larger safety concern, especially where hyperactive pets are involved.
The rescue officer noticed that the owner’s home was not adequately equipped with pet-proofing measures, and recommended meshing up the windows and gate to prevent future incidences.
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SPCA said: “Cats and kittens are curious animals and they risk falling out of an open window by simple acts such as chasing a bird that was flying past.”
Meshing up windows and installing a sturdy grilling system may not be aesthetically pleasing, but for pet owners living in high-rise apartments, this simple measure can save a life.
Pet owners can find out more about pet-proofing equipment here.
debwong@sph.com.sg
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