Villager falls victim to rabies
KUCHING: Another individual from Kampung Bumbok here has been confirmed as the latest victim of rabies. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said this brought the number of fatalities to nine. Previously, it was reported that Sarawak recorded 11 rabies cases and eight deaths in the first four months of 2023. […]
Pet vaccination, neutering campaign
SERIAN: The Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVSS) held a rabies vaccination, neutering and pet licensing campaign at Serian Community Hall yesterday. The day-long activity was organised together with Sarawak Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA), the Immune Belt Enforcement Team and Serian District Council. A total of 44 pet cats and dogs […]
Monthly programmes to prevent rabies
KUCHING: Mass Vaccination, Dog Licensing and Microchipping programmes will be held monthly in six areas to reduce the spread of rabies. The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) and the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVS) will conduct the programmes to provide the public with easy access to vaccinate and license their pet dogs. “In order to control and […]
Good response to vaccination drive
BY VOON YIH BOON KUCHING: A rabies vaccination drive held in connection with the World Rabies Day 2020 at Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Community Hall today was a huge hit. Many responsible dog owners brought their dogs for free vaccinations, micro chipping, and licensing. The World Rabies Day 2020 celebration was launched by the […]
