Man charged after poodle dies at Tanjong Katong pet grooming facility

A man has been charged following the death of a standard poodle at a pet grooming facility in Singapore's Tanjong Katong area. The dog, named Buddy, was brought to Pawsome.sg's Tanjong Katong outlet and subsequently died on October 30, 2025.

According to authorities, the animal was allegedly left unattended at the facility prior to its death. The circumstances surrounding the incident prompted an investigation, which led to the charging of a male suspect in connection with the case.

The incident has drawn attention to animal welfare standards at pet grooming establishments in Singapore. Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the specific charges or the findings of their investigation into the circumstances of Buddy's death.

Pet owners in Singapore have been increasingly vocal about safety protocols at grooming facilities in recent years, with various establishments implementing additional oversight measures to ensure animal welfare during handling and grooming procedures.