| The SPCA has written to the AVA to ask that standards be improved in establishments that are not keeping fish in suitable conditions. The SPCA is of the view that licences to operate aquarium shops should not be given to those who are not adequately equipped in their knowledge of fish care. We have also suggested that AVA consider focusing part of its annual responsible pet ownership campaign on the proper keeping of fish as pets. For information on care of aquarium fish, click here.
The picture below shows Red-Eared Sliders that were kept in poor conditions an exhibition/sale at Harbourfront in July 2007. |
