KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 3 -- Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has called for stray-dog enforcement to be carried out without cruelty, saying authorities must balance animal welfare with public safety following the death of a dog named Rocky during a Klang council operation.

Amirudin said the operation in Taman Teluk Gedung Indah on July 29 was conducted by the Klang Royal City Council, or MBDK, following complaints from the public.

"There must be a middle ground on this issue. While some people are concerned about animal welfare, others are concerned about public safety," he told The Star when asked about Rocky's death during the operation last week.

"The authorities take action based on complaints involving stray dogs. The ...