In loving memory of Precious, a beautiful soul and a loving young cat whose life was tragically cut short on a road he had navigated safely for two years. Precious was a sensible cat who demonstrated good road sense, and his untimely accident could have been avoided if the driver had been more cautious and anticipatory of his presence. This petition seeks to honor his memory by advocating for stronger protections for cats in road traffic law.

Across the country, many cats like Precious lose their lives every year on our streets. Despite their numbers, current traffic laws do not afford them the same protections dogs receive. This disparity leaves drivers with little accountability when they fail to report accidents involving cats, resulting in countless feline fatalities.

We urge lawmakers to recognize the need for change by mandating that every road traffic accident involving a cat be reported. This is a simple yet effective measure that can ensure drivers act responsibly and with due care. Additionally, drivers should be legally obliged to exercise the same caution for cats as they would for pedestrians or children on the roadside.

Statistics show that while not all accidents are avoidable, the incidence of cat-related traffic accidents could be significantly reduced with increased driver awareness and accountability. It is crucial that we shift our societal perspective to value the lives of cats and implement changes that reflect this.

Join us in calling for the revision of traffic laws to include mandatory reporting and prosecution for non-compliance related to cat accidents. Your signature can help influence policymakers to enact legislation that will not only honor Precious’s memory but also protect countless other cats from harm.

Please sign this petition to ensure that cats receive the respect and protection they deserve on our roads.