TANUVAS to coach veterinarians in animal contraception, says V-C

As the rising variety of stray canines turns into a serious concern for the general public and the federal government, the Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) has launched a programme to coach extra veterinarians in animal contraception, mentioned Vice-Chancellor R. Narendra Babu.

“The authorities is making each effort to discover a answer to the issue, and TANUVAS started a programme on September 23 to coach veterinarians in animal contraception surgical procedures. By March subsequent yr, 500 veterinarians shall be totally geared up to take part within the animal contraception programme,” he mentioned, whereas collaborating within the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Lectures and Wet Labs organised collectively by TANUVAS and the Chennai Small Animal Veterinarians Association (CSAVA).

Dr. Narendra Babu mentioned that although TANUVAS had specialists and surgeons, their quantity was inadequate to deal with the size of the difficulty. “We are prepared to offer coaching to any veterinarians eager about gaining information and surgical expertise. Veterinarians in personal observe are additionally welcome to affix the programme,” he mentioned.

He famous that neutering male canines was comparatively straightforward, whereas the surgical process for feminine canines was extra advanced and time-consuming. “The animals additionally require post-surgical care. We are, subsequently, working with the Greater Chennai Corporation, which is able to present shelter after surgical procedure, in addition to the Animal Husbandry division and the Animal Welfare Board,” he mentioned.

Dr. Narendra Babu added that retired veterinarians may additionally assist the federal government’s efforts within the animal contraception programme. “We want the assist of personal veterinary associations to attain our objective. Our focus is on controlling the animal inhabitants and making certain vaccination for animals,” he mentioned.

He additional said that people had domesticated canines, and over time, that they had turn out to be companions. “Today, pet breeding has turn out to be an business. Elderly individuals want canines as companions. We should take all these facets into consideration and work accordingly,” he mentioned.

Registrar of TANUVAS, R. Anilkumar, famous that the variety of individuals with pet animals had elevated following the COVID-19 pandemic, making a larger want for his or her care. “Although the University is provided with superior remedy procedures and has the required college and experience, it alone can not present all of the care wanted. We are right here to offer coaching,” he mentioned.

At the occasion, U.S.-based veterinarian Terry King gave a lecture on veterinary emergency and important care, in addition to emergency medication and dosages.

Satheshkumar, Dean of Madras Veterinary College (MVC), G.R. Bharanidharan, President of CSAVA, and Mohamed Ali, Treasurer of CSAVA, additionally participated.