𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐡𝐲𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫

𝟑 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑: The Hon’ble Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock inaugurated the Changkhyi Conservation Center at Yusipang, Thimphu. The center, situated 2.8 km away from the Thimphu-Punakha highway, is an essential component of the ongoing Nation-wide Accelerated Dog Population Management and Rabies Control Program (NADPM and RCP). Its primary objective is to conserve the native dog breeds (changkhyi) of Bhutan.

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.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲:
Dr. Sangay Rinchen
Program Director, National Centre for Animal Health, DoL

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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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