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Dibrugarh launches vaccination drive for stray dogs
Dibrugarh: In a collaborative effort to promote animal welfare, the Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation (DMC), State Veterinary Dispensary, and the NGO Animal Welfare People conducted a mass vaccination drive for stray dogs at AT Road in Naliapool on Thursday.
The initiative aims to control the spread of rabies and other diseases, ensuring safer coexistence between humans and stray animals.
Around 80 stray dogs were vaccinated on the first day of the campaign, which also included basic health check-ups. Mayor Saikat Patra, who oversaw the programme, emphasised the administration's commitment to the welfare of street animals while addressing public health concerns.
"This vaccination drive is being carried out to create a safer environment for both animals and residents. We are pleased with the response on the first day, and I want to assure the public that this drive will continue systematically across different areas of the city. Vaccinating stray dogs is essential not only for their health but also for preventing disease transmission to humans and other animals," he said.
The initiative focuses on administering vaccines to stray dogs, a crucial measure for preventing the spread of rabies and other communicable diseases.
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Veterinary professionals from the State Veterinary Dispensary worked alongside volunteers from Animal Welfare People to ensure the smooth execution of the programme. The vaccinated dogs were marked with non-toxic paint to avoid duplicate doses.
Municipal authorities have requested residents to report locations with high stray dog populations to facilitate future vaccination drives and ensure comprehensive coverage across the city.
"Community participation has been encouraging. Many residents have been helping us identify locations where stray dogs congregate, making our work more efficient. Rabies is a fatal disease, and mass vaccination is the most effective way to curb its transmission. We urge residents to support such initiatives," Patra said.
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