Sniffer dogs are not pets

The American delegation to the APEC meeting has brought in two sniffer dogs trained to detect bombs as part of the White House security arrangements.

The Jakarta International Hilton Hotel, where President Bill Clinton will be staying along with the huge American delegation, has made an exception to its "no pets on the premises" rule.

Hilton public relations chief Andra Djajadiningrat said the "dogs are not pets" but part of the security for the delegation. "We would adopt the same policy if other delegations requested it," she was quoted by the Antara news agency as saying.

However, the hotel is not making any special arrangements for the four-legged guests. The American delegation must take care of their food and other needs. (emb)