The National Council of SPCAs has hailed Taiwanese lawmakers for banning the eating of dogs and cats.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the NSPCA said that it's hoped that other countries in the Far East where this practice remains, will follow this lead.
Spokesperson Jaco Pieterse says the Taiwan ban followed growing public outrage at the manner in which dogs and cats were kept, killed and eaten.
He says in terms of the new legislation by the Taiwanese parliament, the consumption, purchase or possession of dog and cat meat is outlawed.
Offenders face a fine of up to 250,000.00 Taiwanese dollars.
The National Council of SPCAs believes that because of the unique historical status of the dog and cat as close companions and frequent working partners of humans, it is unacceptable to slaughter them for food.
