Hasselt woman saves her cat from euthanasia due to import laws
- Wendy Przybyslki learned that her Scottish Fold cat, Myno, was banned in Belgium due to import regulations and faced potential euthanasia.
- After contacting the FASFC and receiving support from veterinarians, they proposed a quarantine solution for Myno.
- Wendy is relieved and thankful that Myno is safe and will be released on January 26, 2025.
In Hasselt, Belgium, a woman named Wendy Przybyslki faced a dire situation with her newly acquired Scottish Fold cat, Myno. Only seven weeks after purchasing Myno, she discovered that the breed was banned for sale in Belgium, and the cat lacked the necessary vaccinations for entry into the country. Upon collecting Myno with a Turkish passport, she received a warning from her vet about the risk of euthanasia if the situation was not rectified. In a panic, Wendy sought assistance from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC) and animal welfare organizations, urging them to reconsider Myno's status. Fortunately, two veterinarians supported her plea and provided documentation to local authorities, advocating for alternatives to euthanasia. They proposed a quarantine solution, which was crucial because Myno's Turkish origin posed a rabies risk, making standard quarantine procedures inadequate. The FASFC evaluated Wendy's case and decided against euthanasia, expressing regret for the ordeal she faced. Myno is currently being cared for in quarantine while awaiting his official release, scheduled for January 26, 2025. Wendy is grateful that Myno's life was spared and is optimistic about his future.