Free rabies vaccination, dog licensing at Sibu's Jln Pradom on July 19
SIBU (July 16): Sang Ik Methodist Church at Tanjong Kunyit, Jalan Pradom will host a Rabies Vaccination, Dog Microchipping and Licensing Programme, along with a Rabies Awareness Talk, on July 19, from 9am to 2pm.
Sibu Rural District Council (SRDC) Environment and Public Health Standing Committee chairman Councillor Kevin Lau, urged all dog owners in the area to bring their pets for free rabies vaccinations.
In a statement, he said there will be a booth for dog owners to apply for licenses – RM30 for neutered dogs and RM90 for non-neutered dogs.
'We hope that the residents staying at the area will take their opportunity to get their dogs vaccinated to ensure their own safety and the safety of the community,' he said, adding that it is everyone's responsibility to reduce the spread of rabies, and no one should let their guard down.
Local residents are also encouraged to attend the rabies awareness talk to better understand the risks of the ongoing outbreak.
The event is jointly organised by the Sarawak Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, SRDC, Sibu Veterinary Services Department, Sibu District Office, and Sungai Parah Village Development and Security Committees. free vaccination lead Rabies awareness Sibu
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