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Former Olympian Challenges Controversial Dog Ownership Ban

1/24/2026

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Noraseela Khalid, a former Olympian, filed January 19 at Shah Alam High Court against Selangor government and Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) challenging the Licensing of Dogs and Kennel Establishments By-Law 2007.
The by-law bans dog ownership in units above the ground floor of high-rise residences.
The suit aims to benefit animal lovers in Malaysia and deter similar bans by other councils.

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Noraseela Khalid, a former Olympian, filed January 19 at Shah Alam High Court against Selangor government and Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) challenging the Licensing of Dogs and Kennel Establishments By-Law 2007.
The by-law bans dog ownership in units above the ground floor of high-rise residences.
The suit aims to benefit animal lovers in Malaysia and deter similar bans by other councils.