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Jun 16, 2026

Vietnam police rescue over 400 cats from theft ring supplying meat trade in Ho Chi Minh City

Police in Vietnam seized more than 400 cats and arrested nine people in a major bust of an animal theft ring that was stealing pets for the cat meat trade in Ho Chi Minh City. More than 40 of the rescued cats have been reunited with their owners.

Jun 16, 2026·6 sources
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  • ▪An additional 21 live cats were recovered at a separate facility.
  • ▪The Vietnamese government has signaled plans to reform laws to better protect pets, following South Korea's 2024 ban on dog meat.
  • ▪During the raids, police seized a total of more than 500 cats.

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Animal ethicsAnimal rescueEnvironmental law enforcementWildlife protection

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