Currently, the center is home to 37 adult dogs, comprising 16 males and 21 females. These dogs were selected based on their phenotypic characteristics from different dzongkhags namely Thimphu, Paro, Wangdue, Chukha, and Zhemgang. To further inform the conservation efforts, the genetic profiling of these dogs is currently underway. Additionally, the center homes 14 recently born puppies, which were whelped by two of the female dogs.
The inauguration event was graced by the presence of distinguished guests, including Zimpon Wom, Dasho Sonam Thinley from the Office of the Gyalpoi Zimpon, Dasho Dzongdag of Thimphu Dzongkhag Administration, Dasho Thrompon of Thimphu thromde, and the Director of the Department of Livestock. Also in attendance were the mangmi and tshogpa of Chang gewog, Chiefs from the Department of Livestock, Program Directors of the National Biodiversity Center, Serbithang and National Nucleus Pig Breeding Center, Yusipang, representatives from the Desuung office, animal welfare organizations, and various other government officials.
