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𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐠 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐑𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐞𝐬) 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭
We’re thrilled to share that the Mass Dog Vaccination (Anti-Rabies) campaign is now in full swing in the rabies high-risk areas of Phuentsholing, which include Thromde, and Samphelling Gewog under Chhukha Dzongkhag.

This critical initiative is a joint effort, with the Regional Veterinary Hospital & Epidemiology Centre, Phuentsholing, working hand-in-hand with the Dzongkhag Livestock Sector, Chhukha, and the National Centre for Animal Health, Department of Livestock. Together, the team already vaccinated more than 500 dogs as of 31 July 2023.

We need your support, dear community members of these areas! Please join us in this noble cause by ensuring your beloved pets are vaccinated and protected against rabies. Let’s create a safer and healthier environment for both humans and our furry friends.

We kindly request your assistance in another important aspect of this campaign – helping us catch the unowned (stray) dogs. Your cooperation can make a significant difference in controlling the spread of rabies and ensuring the well-being of all beings in our community.
For more information about the vaccination schedule in your specific area, please don’t hesitate to contact the Regional Veterinary Hospital & Epidemiology Centre, Phuentsholing. They are always ready to provide you with the necessary updates.

Together, let’s protect our canine companions and work towards a rabies-free nation.

Let’s spread the word and make this campaign a resounding success! Thank you for your support!

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𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐛𝐲 𝐔𝐍 𝐅𝐀𝐎 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭

𝟐𝟔 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑: Ms. Nancy Johnston, a consultant of FAO Bhutan paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL). The meeting served as a vital opportunity to discuss and exchange insights on the consorted efforts aimed at developing the value-chain for Noble Yak Fibre in Bhutan. Ms. Johnston, recently concluded her two-week visit to Bhutan, during which, she conducted a series of crucial on-site evaluations of farms and infrastructure facilities at the National Yak Farm in Haa and the National Sheep Farm in Bumthang.

Ms. Johnston is an esteemed entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of “House of Tengri”, a UK based fashion brand known for promoting sustainability and fair practices in the fashion and lifestyle industry. Ms. Johnston is currently serving as a technical consultant through FAO to facilitate formulating a comprehensive strategy for development of Noble Yak Fibre value-chain in Bhutan.

𝐃𝐞-𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐲 𝐌𝐬. 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤

Ms. Nancy Johnston of UK, who is currently serving as a technical consultant fielded through the UN FAO, presented the de-briefing report to the Department on the strategy and vision for development of Noble Yak Fibre value-chain in Bhutan. Ms. Johnston, during her two weeks stay, conducted a series of crucial on-site evaluations, including visits to the National Yak Farm in Haa and the National Sheep Farm in Bumthang. These visits allowed her to gain valuable insights into the current state of infrastructure and facilities for fibre processing in the country.

Ms. Johnston is an esteemed entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of “House of Tengri”, a UK based fashion brand known for promoting sustainability and fair practices in the fashion and lifestyle industry. Leveraging her expertise, Ms. Johnston facilitated the formulation of a comprehensive Strategy and Vision Document for the Noble Yak Fibre value-chain specific for Bhutan.

The meeting was attended by officials from the Department as well as representative officials from FAO Bhutan and UNDP Bhutan. The Director of DoL chaired the meeting.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲: Karma Wangchuk (LRED, DoL)

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