SHAH ALAM, Aug. 1 -- Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin has voiced deep concern over continuing cases of cruelty towards pets and stray animals, particularly dogs and cats, which have recently gone viral.

As Royal Patron of the Stray Free Selangor initiative under SPCA Selangor, Her Highness said acts of abuse, injury or killing not only contravene the law but also reflect society's failure to uphold compassion and humanity.

She stressed that no cruelty will be tolerated, regardless of the perpetrator's position, race or religion, and emphasised that the principle applies equally to individuals, organisations, companies and government agencies.

Her Highness said offenders must be investigated thoroughly and fac...