Makati dogs get free rabies shot

(Image grabbed from petspyjamas.com)

 

In celebration of World Rabies Day, the city government of Makati, through its Veterinary Services Office (MVSO), will provide free anti-rabies vaccination of pets in eight barangays of the city from September 26 to 30.

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Mayor Abigail Binay encouraged the residents to have their pets registered and vaccinated.

“Makati has consistently campaigned for rabies prevention through vaccination. Responsible pet owners are encouraged to protect their families. By doing so, we can make Makati a safe and secure place for our children,” said Binay.

According to City Veterinarian Dr. Ma. Katherina Mangahas, the free anti-rabies vaccination will start on September 26 (Monday) along Maya St. in Barangay Rizal. The others are scheduled as follows: September 27 (Tuesday), Cactus Open Court, Barangay Pembo; September 28 (Wednesday), Sto. Niño Area, Barangay Southside; September 29 (Thursday), Progreso St., Barangay Guadalupe Viejo.

On September 30 (Friday), the free anti-rabies vaccination will done simultaneously from 9:00 am to 12:00 nn in Barangays La Paz (P. Rivera St. cor. Mola St.), Tejeros (Barangay Hall), Singkamas, (P. Rivera St. – open court), and Kasilawan (Cagayan St.).

Mangahas said the 8 barangays were selected for the drive due to the insistent demand of residents.

About 1,367 dogs and cats were given free anti-rabies vaccination during the same event last year.

Earlier, Mayor Binay announced plans to have pet dogs micro-chipped upon registration with the city veterinary office. According to her, the device will track residents who allow their pets to roam the streets where they can bite people or scatter fecal matter, posing health risks to the public.

 

Source: thestandard.com.ph, metromanila.politics.com.ph