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The Need for a Centralized Database
The Department of Municipalities and Transport has introduced a new rule that requires pet owners to register their cats and dogs through the TAMM portal. This move aims to create a centralized database that will provide a comprehensive overview of the city’s pet population.
Responsible pet ownership through registration.
The Importance of Animal Registration in the Emirate
The introduction of animal registration in the emirate has been a long-awaited move that aims to improve the welfare of animals and enhance the responsibility of their owners.
However, the sheer scale of the dumping site meant that many cats were left behind, and their owners were unable to locate them. A centralised database would have greatly aided the rescuers in identifying and contacting the owners of the lost cats.
The Importance of a Centralised Database for Lost Pets
The Benefits of a Centralised Database
A centralised database for lost pets would provide numerous benefits, including:
The Challenges of Current Systems
Currently, many shelters and rescues rely on manual systems, such as paper files and spreadsheets, to track lost pets. These systems are often outdated, inefficient, and prone to errors. For example:
While there is no clear evidence of foul play, her cat’s disappearance has left her heartbroken. In an interview with Al Jazeera, she spoke about the cat’s disappearance, her search efforts, and the potential consequences of the move.
She had been searching for him everywhere, but to no avail. Her desperation grew with each passing day, and she was starting to lose hope.
The Search Begins
Yasmin’s search for Leo started with a thorough check of their home, neighborhood, and nearby parks. She put up posters around the area, hoping that someone might have seen her beloved pet. She also contacted local animal shelters and veterinary clinics, but no one had reported a cat matching Leo’s description. Key steps in Yasmin’s search: + Checked their home and neighborhood + Put up posters in the area + Contacted local animal shelters and veterinary clinics
The Community Rallies Around
As Yasmin’s search continued, she began to receive messages of support from friends, family, and even strangers on social media. People were sharing photos of Leo, asking if anyone had seen him, and offering words of encouragement. The community came together to help Yasmin find her missing cat. Ways the community rallied around Yasmin: + Shared photos of Leo on social media + Offered words of encouragement + Helped with the search efforts
The Breakthrough
After weeks of searching, Yasmin received a call from a neighbor who claimed to have seen Leo wandering around their yard. Yasmin rushed to the neighbor’s house, and to her relief, she found Leo safe and sound. The neighbor had been caring for Leo until Yasmin could be reunited with him.
