DO YOU TRUST MALAYSIA’S ANIMAL WELFARE AUTHORITIES TO HANDLE STRAYS animals humanely, responsibly & in accordance with the law?
IN YOUR OPINION, HOW EFFECTIVE IS THE GOVERNMENT IN ENFORCING THE ANIMAL WELFARE ACT 2015?
WHICH DO YOU BELIEVE IS THE MORE HUMANE & SUSTAINABLE STRAY MANAGEMENT METHOD?
DO YOU TRUST MALAYSIA’S ANIMAL WELFARE AUTHORITIES TO HANDLE STRAYS & animals humanely, responsibly & in accordance with the law?
IN YOUR OPINION, HOW EFFECTIVE IS THE GOVERNMENT IN ENFORCING THE ANIMAL WELFARE Act (AWA) 2015?
WHICH DO YOU BELIEVE IS THE MORE HUMANE & SUSTAINABLE STRAY MANAGEMENT METHOD?
Twentytwo13news
Animal welfare group offers data to govt for humane, long-term stray dog solution
06 March 2026
World of buzz
2.035% Rise in Animal Cruelty Cases: How #ExecuteAWA is Combating the Problem with Science
05 March 2026
Yahoo Malaysia FB
From outrage to action: How a stray named Kopi sparked an animal welfare movement in Malaysia
05 March 2026
Yahoo Malaysia
From outrage to action: How a stray named Kopi sparked an animal welfare movement in Malaysia
05 March 2026
Malay Mail
From outrage to action: How a stray named Kopi sparked an animal welfare movement in Malaysia
05 March 2026
Twentytwo13news
ExecuteAWA marks 10th anniversary of Animal Welfare Act with reform push
27 February 2026
My Furever Friends’s
ExecuteAWA to hold Malaysia’s first national animal welfare press conference
27 February 2026
YB Lee Chean Chung FB
Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YB Lee Chean Chung, PJ Member of Parliament
13 February 2026
Humane Animal Society Sarawak FB
Industry Engagement with Humane Animals Society Sarawak (HASS)
12 February 2026
IAPWA Penang FB
Industry engagement with IAPWA Penang, most reputable for spay/neuter efforts in Malaysia
08 January 2026
YB Lee Chean Chung FB
YB Lee Chean Chung: Full support for #ExecuteAWA, to launch #ProjekTogetherBoleh
24 December 2025
Says Twitter
18 November 2025
Says Facebook
18 November 2025
Says Facebook
18 November 2025
Says.com
18 November 2025
Sin Chew
Pet dog beaten to death. NGOs jointly file report urging authorities to arrest the suspect
29 September 2025
Says.com
Counsel Of Claws & #ExecuteAWA Call On Malaysians To Take A Stand Against Animal Abuse
03 June 2025
MyForeverDoggo
FB: One brave woman spoke up for Kopi despite the hostile reception from MDB
04 November 2024
MyForeverDoggo
IG: One brave woman spoke up for Kopi despite the hostile reception from MDB
04 November 2024
United States
Federal law now treats extreme animal cruelty crimes among America’s most serious offenses
15 May 2026
United States
New York just passes new law for dogs; leave your dogs chained and you go to jail
01 May 2026
European Union
European Parliament has approved its first-ever framework for dog and cat welfare
28 April 2026
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka bans cattle slaughter to stop the mass killing of millions of cows
27 April 2026
European Union
EU officially bans medical testing on great apes in medical research to protect the species
27 April 2026
Costa Rica
Costa Rica officially closes zoo nationwide to protect animals and let wildlife live free
26 April 2026
United States
Pennsylvania makes it illegal to give live animals as prizes at fairs, carnivals, and games
25 April 2026
South America
Bolivia is the first nation to ban all animals in circuses to protect animal welfare
12 April 2026
United States
08 April 2026
Greece
Greece introduces $25,000 fine for overweight tourists to protect donkeys from abuse
05 April 2026
United States
California governor signs bill banning giraffes in travelling circuses to end cruelty
03 April 2026
United States
New York governor signs law banning pet store sales of dogs and cats to crack down on puppy mills
21 March 2026
United States
Hawaii makes dogfighting a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison
16 March 2026
South Korea
South Korea has shut down the dog meat market, which has helped save about 80,000 dogs per year
13 March 2026
Singapore
Volunteers in Singapore build mosquito-proof sleeping shelters for street dogs
12 March 2026
United States
U.S. CDC officially ends monkey experiments after years of animal cruelty
15 February 2026
Brazil
Animal cruelty is now a serious crime in Brazil with multi-year prison sentences
13 February 2026
United States
Animal cruelty is now a federal felony in the United States with up to 7 years in prison
31 January 2026
United States
26 January 2026
South Korea
South Korea closed a major dog meat market, helping save about 80,000 dogs each year
18 January 2026
Switzerland
18 January 2026
Italy
Italy passes animal cruelty law with prison time and massive fines up to $60,000
18 January 2026
Brazil
Brazil bans abuse of dogs and cats, with penalties of up to 5 years in prison
16 January 2026
Indonesia
Jakarta finally bans dog and cat meat in victory for animal rights activists
13 January 2026
Belgium
Belgium officially bans import of hunting trophies to protect endangered animals
12 January 2026
United States
The Trump administration has cancelled nearly 28 million dollars of grants used for animal testing
11 January 2026
United States
President Trump signs bill that will end the DOD’s funding of cruel dog and cat experiments
11 January 2026
France
France is teaching kindness to children by including pet care in school education
10 January 2026
New Zealand
New Zealand legally recognizes animals as sentient and bans all animal testing for cosmetic
10 January 2026
United States
President Trump signs animal cruelty bill into law, making it a federal felony
09 January 2026
United States
Trump Administration launches federal strike force with statewide attorneys to combat animal cruelty
07 January 2026
South Korea
South Korea president closes Moran dog meat market, this will save 80,000 dogs a year
04 January 2026
South Korea
After banning dog meat South Korea is now working to save and rehome 500,000 dogs
03 January 2026
Germany
Airport in Germany turns terminal into quiet retreat for dogs during New Year’s fireworks
02 January 2026
Germany
Germany has ended fur farming forever, preventing the brutal suffering of innocent animals
05 December 2025
Germany
In Germany, new dog owners must pass a written test to prove they can properly look after a dog
28 November 2025
Netherlands
25 November 2025
China
More and more people in China are saying ‘no’ to dog meat and choosing kindness instead
22 November 2025
Turkey
Turkey stocks micro animal closets in parks – hidden shelves hold dry food and warm rags
13 November 2025
United States
Las Vegas officials ends dog and cat sales in pet stores to protect animals
13 November 2025
Netherlands
No more fireworks in the Netherlands as people embrace peace and care to protect animals and nature
09 November 2025
Mexico
It’s official! Mexico City has banned bullfighting, ending a 500-year old tradition
31 October 2025
United States
A Georgia man was sentenced to 475 years in prison for facilitating dogfights
04 February 2025
National
Set up Malaysia’s first animal-related database (i.e. animal cruelty incidences, news, etc)
11 October 2024
National
Commenced intensive ground research with various stakeholders in animal welfare (i.e. feeders, fosterers, rescuers, NGOs, donors, vets, adopters, government, etc) to identify pain points, compile data, explore solutions, expand resources, and build strategic collaborations for optimum outcomes
25 October 2024
National
Commenced development of national mission’s concept, manifesto, strategy, and systems
12 December 2024
National
Conducted first internal presentation of Execute AWA to the team
05 February 2025
National
Conducted first external presentation of Execute AWA to Counsel of Claws
07 February 2025
Kluang
Attended meeting with YB Wong Shu Qi, MoP of Kluang to Introduce #ExecuteAWA
10 February 2025
National
Collaborated with media partners to appeal to the press for help in highlighting the critical issue of inadequate animal welfare standards in the country, ensuring that this concern receives ongoing public attention
25 April 2025
National
Released Execute AWA’s first promotional video, created by community volunteer Wolf, to raise awareness and boost attendance for the humanity gathering held on 10th May
28 April 2025
National
Acquired copyright for Execute AWA logo and backgrounder
10 July 2025
National
Achieved a total of 24 media exposures in 3 months
Ongoing
National
Launched DVS community suit with 35 national plaintiffs representing 14 states led by CoC
09 August 2025
Selangor
Invited to Pawville’s Vet Clinic launched by Dr Jolin
31 August 2025
Negeri Sembilan
Invited by NS Happy Paws’ to attend its shelter launch in Negeri Sembilan
06 September 2025
National
Mass community reported 22 cases and a total of 152 reports from May 2025 to Jan 2026
May 2025 To Date
National
Commenced #ExecuteAWA introduction to all 14 states in Malaysia with the objective of building positive ecosystems and strategic partnerships
August 2025
Selangor
Invited to Taylor’s University to boost awareness on animal cruelty in Malaysia
01 December 2025
Selangor
Received full support and endorsement from YB Lee Chean Chung, Petaling Jaya Member of Parliament
24 December 2025
National
Official DVS Submission by CoC: Discovery Application
05 January 2026
Selangor
Received support from Olympian Noraseela and Karen Loh, founder of Malaysia’s Women Marathon (MWM)
28 January 2026
Sarawak
Humane Animal Society Sarawak (HASS) invited the community to attend #ExecuteAWA’s introduction
10 February 2026
Sarawak
Pawsivitive Vibes Kuching invited the community to attend #ExecuteAWA’s Introduction
10 February 2026
Sarawak
Met and received support from Anna Wee, President of Humane Animal Society Sarawak (HASS)
12 February 2026
Selangor
Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with YB Lee Chean Chung, PJ Member of Parliament
13 February 2026
Selangor
Humanity Press Conference Endorsement by F5-Filbert’s Foundation for Furry Friends
14 February 2026
Sarawak
Humanity Press Conference Endorsement by Street Animal Rescuers Association Bintulu -SARA
21 February 2026
Sarawak
Humanity Press Conference Endorsement by Noraseela Khalid, Malaysian National Olympian
22 February 2026

