Recent cases of children ingesting poisoned foods meant for wildlife, and the spate of suspected dog poisoning in Penang have drawn public attention on pest control methods in the country.

While some quarters question the role of authorities, others say the communities have a duty to fulfil too.

Returning for its fourth episode, StarMetro's Life & The City podcast talks about the issue, with hosts Aida Ahmad and Farid Wahab who are joined by Dr Saravanakumar Supramaniam Pillai, the former Veterinary Services Department (DVS) senior deputy director and currently senior adviser on Farm Animal Welfare, Policy and Engagement for Humane Society International (HSI).

The Life & The City podcast series, which airs fortnightly, addresses current and social issues impacting urbanites.

It is available on www.thestar.com.my/metro and on The Star's social media platforms (@thestaronline).

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