scholarly journals Rescue Pet Android Application

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (VIII) ◽  
pp. 617-620
Author(s):  
Mr. Phaniram Phrasad
Keyword(s):  
Comprehensive System ◽  
Android Application ◽  
Road Accidents ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Contagious Diseases ◽  
Stray Dog

ResQ-Pet caring system is comprehensive system for welfare of stray dogs. In present scenario many stray animals do not have shelter and also starve for food. Very frequently some dogs meet with severe road accidents and necessary care to be taken is not known for many, in such cases it is hard to find emergency contact. There is a necessity to control the population of stray dogs because they act as carriers for various contagious diseases like rabies, brucella etc. Pet adoption is an efficient way to reduce stray dog population. This app helps is keeping track of number of dogs rescued and adopted, also displays some necessary actions to be taken during an emergency. This app also provides a payment portal for donation. The entire operations will be under administration of certain organizations that work for the purpose of stray dog welfare.

scholarly journals Stray dogs in urban fragments: relation between population’s perception of their presence and socio-demographic factors

2018 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aline G.A. Guilloux ◽  
Ligia I. Panachão ◽  
Ana J.S. Alves ◽  
Carolina B. Zetun ◽  
Alex J.F. Cassenote ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Stray Dog ◽  
Socio Demographic Factors ◽  
Responsible Ownership ◽  
Waste Handling

ABSTRACT: Stray dogs are associated with environment and public health impacts. São Paulo is a city with approximately 2.5 million owned dogs and until the time of writing no studies describing the distribution of the stray dog population have been conducted in this city. Therefore, no scientific support for intervention plans is available. The objective of this study was to evaluate the association of local sociodemographic and environmental factors with the population perception of presence of stray dogs in urban fragments of São Paulo city. A convenience sample of six urban fragments was selected. In-depth interviews were performe, using a systematic random sample of households in each study area, between October/2010 and January/2011 to identify socio-demographic factors of interest and determine the population’s perception of stray dogs. Additionally, the presence of stray dogs was estimated by photographic mark-recapture method. The degree of human-dog proximity and environmental factors such as waste handling were associated to the sighting of stray dogs. Stray dogs were observed in two of the six study areas, agreeing with the greater population perception of this issue on those areas. Intervention in these factors and encouragement of responsible ownership are two potential solutions for management and reduction of problems associated with the presence of stray dogs.

scholarly journals Multisectoral approach to achieve canine rabies controlled zone using Intervention Mapping: Preliminary results

PLoS ONE ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (12) ◽  
pp. e0242937
Author(s):  
Vaishali Gautam ◽  
Pankaj Bhardwaj ◽  
Deepak Saxena ◽  
Nitesh Kumar ◽  
Dileepan S.
Keyword(s):  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Intervention Mapping ◽  
Community Support ◽  
Vaccination Schedule ◽  
Medical Institute ◽  
Intersectoral Collaboration ◽  
Dog Bite ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Canine Rabies ◽  
Stray Dog

Background Annually, in India, millions of dog bite cases occur; most of them are inflicted by a stray dog. There are over 25 million dogs in the country. The rate of stray dog vaccination is suboptimal in India. This study aims to develop an intervention strategy, using Intervention Mapping framework, tailored for the target community to achieve canine rabies controlled zone. Methodology This is an exploratory, cross-sectional study conducted at a tertiary care Medical Institute at Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, from 2018–2019. The semi-structured, In-Depth Discussion was conducted with a multidisciplinary planning group comprising of members from veterinary, health, and administrative sectors. The In-Depth Discussion focused on knowledge regarding complete stray dog vaccination schedule, self-efficacy (to prevent dog bites), challenges, and barriers faced by residents to achieve canine rabies controlled zone. Further, discussion with veterinary stakeholders focused on challenges faced for rigorous implementation of stray dog vaccination and sterilization. Results In-Depth Discussion revealed the following challenges: Lack of participation by the study population for canine vaccination, incomplete knowledge about annual canine vaccination schedule, lack of understanding of dog gestures, lack of infrastructure and resources at veterinary hospitals. The majority of the dogs in the study area were stray dogs that were partially or non-vaccinated and non-sterilized. An intersectoral collaboration was achieved between the community members, veterinary stakeholders both private and Non-Governmental organisations, and heath sector. Following which 35 (76.0%) stray dogs were vaccinated, and 17 (35.4%) were sterilized with community support. Burden of dog bite cases also decreased. The stray dog density map was prepared, and community engagement activity on dog gestures was conducted. Conclusion The present study demonstrates the feasibility of achieving canine rabies controlled zone. When implemented in a phase-wise manner across all Medical and Residential complex, this strategy would ensure achieving canine rabies controlled zone through multi-stakeholder engagement.

Content and Discourse Analysis of Cruelty towards Stray Dogs as Presented in Chinese Social Media

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Thomas William Whyke ◽  
Joaquin López-Múgica
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Discourse Analysis ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Shandong Province ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
User Attitudes ◽  
Stray Dog ◽  
Media Reports ◽  
Chinese Social Media

Abstract After recent reports emerged of a third arson attack on stray dog kennels in China’s Shandong province, those who have shown both hostility towards and support for the dogs and others involved in this event on Chinese social media have appeared. By analyzing posts and user attitudes on China’s Weibo and Baidu Tieba towards such kinds of media reports of stray dog cruelty, this article answers what the differing outlooks are on cruelty to stray dogs in contemporary Mainland China. The purpose of this article is therefore to attempt to increase a deeper understanding of the portrayal and response to certain forms of misconduct to stray dogs in user-generated contents in social media today. Several thematic demonstrations of cruelty are identified, and criticism/activism, compassion, and animosity are included. These themes are not limited, with some reports including aspects of several themes.

The first report on the occurrence of Dirofilaria species in stray dogs in Siddharthnagar, Lumbini, Nepal

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Subash Rimal ◽  
Anil Adhikari ◽  
Rabin Acharya ◽  
Dinesh Kumar Singh ◽  
Naresh Prasad Joshi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Temperature ◽  
Clinical Performance ◽  
Buffy Coat ◽  
The Body ◽  
Smear Microscopy ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Molecular Approaches ◽  
Heartworm Disease ◽  
Stray Dog ◽  
Blood Specimens

Abstract Backround: Dirofilaria species are important zoonotic filarioid nematodes transmitted by mosquitoes causing a heartworm disease in canines worldwide. Map of the distribution pattern of dirofilariois in Nepalese context is lacking. Methodology: A study was done to access the occurrence of dirofilarioids among stray dogs population in Siddharthanagar, sub-metropolitan city of Lumbini, Nepal. A total of 150 blood specimens were examined using direct microscopy, buffy coat centrifugation and modified Knott's method. Haematobiochemical parameters including packed cell volume (PCV), alanine aminotransferase (SGPT), aspartate aminotransferase (SGOT), alkaline phosphate (ALP), creatinine, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), urea and total protein were evaluated. Furhter, the clinical performance, comprising the body temperature and respiratory rate, were also assessed. Results: The dirofilariod is recognized as Dirofilaria immitis . Overall prevalence of dirofilariosis was reported to be 19.33% (29/150). Meanwhile, microfilariae were noticed to be 16.0, 16.0 and 19.33 % using the direct blood smear microscopy, buffy coat and modified Knott technique, respectively. The infection rate was significantly ( P <0.05) higher in aged dogs with high respiratory rates. The response of sex was non-significant. Among haematobiochemical parameters, only SGPT and SGOT were significantly ( P <0.05) elevated. The body temperature was not altered.Conclusion: Coinciding with the existence of stray dog communities and the recent zoonotic appearance of such filarioids, further investigations including molecular approaches, are urgently needed to accurately differentiate both dirofilarioids and other filarioid nematodes in both pets and humans.

CITIZEN COGNITION OF THE STRAY DOG ISSUE IN TAIPEI CITY: A CASE OF THE MOVIE TWELVE NIGHTS

2014 ◽  
Vol 40 (04) ◽  
pp. 199-207
Author(s):  
Ju-Sen Lin ◽  
Pei-Shan Lu ◽  
Yu-Chieh Chang
Keyword(s):  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Demographic Factors ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Social Concern ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
The Social ◽  
Taipei City ◽  
Stray Dog

This study conducted a questionnaire survey to understand citizen cognition of the stray dog issue in Taipei. This study collected and analyzed 480 effective responses regarding demographic factors, and the cognition and attitudes toward the stray dog issue in Taipei from respondents with or without watching the film Twelve Nights. This work revealed two key findings. First, the respondents' gender, age, education level, and occupation were strongly related to their cognition and attitudes toward stray dogs. Second, the movie Twelve Nights significantly raised the social concern and awareness toward stray dogs issue.

scholarly journals A Retrospective Study on Dog Bite Associated Rabies in Human and the Use of Post-exposure Prophylaxis in Nepal during 2008 to 2017

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 181-186
Author(s):  
Pushkar Pal ◽  
Hiroshi Shimoda ◽  
Rajendra Bashyal ◽  
Adisorn Yawongsa ◽  
Theera Rukkwamsuk
Keyword(s):  
Population Management ◽  
Human Rabies ◽  
Post Exposure Prophylaxis ◽  
Dog Bite ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Post Exposure ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Stray Dog ◽  
The Government ◽  
Exposure Prophylaxis

A 10-year (2008-2017) retrospective canine-mediated human rabies epidemiology was studied to assess the burden of rabies in Nepal. To this end, the number of dog bites, the use of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), and human death records from 2008 to 2017 were retrieved from Sukraraj Tropical Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal. The findings revealed that the number of human rabies occurrences was consistent with minor fluctuations throughout the study period. There were 252,297 dog bite cases in humans recorded between 2008 and 2017. Every month, 2,102 people were bitten by mostly stray dogs. There was a gradual increase in PEP use throughout 10 years. On average, 36,995 PEP dosages were used per year for stray dog bites. The PEP consumption and the number of human deaths were negatively correlated. A total of 482 human rabies deaths were recorded in Nepal during the study period. On average, 49 people died of canine-mediated rabies each year. Although there was an increase in the use of PEP, the number of human deaths and street dog bites recorded were still high. The high mortality due to rabies could then be attributed to the flawed surveillance system and stray dog population management, and not merely the lack of PEP services. Hence, it is recommended that the government agencies and other concerned stakeholders should organize mass vaccination and population management program for stray dogs in order to reduce the country’s rabies burden.

scholarly journals Evaluation of dog spaying, animal welfare, and dog owner/caretaker knowledge in Afyonkarahisar Province

2020 ◽  
Vol 76 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-102
Author(s):  
DUYGU BAKI ACAR
Keyword(s):  
Animal Welfare ◽  
Animal Rights ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Crucial Point ◽  
Animal Shelters ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Stray Dog ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Dog Owners

The present study evaluated the demographics and knowledge of the dog owners regarding the importance of dog spaying/neutering and animal welfare in Afyonkarahisar Province. Therefore, the original questionnaires were prepared to evaluate the knowledge of dog owners/caretakers about dog reproduction, spaying of dogs, and stray animal welfare. The mean age of participants was 33, and 51.8% of responders were female and 48.2% were male. Most of the dogs (83.7%) were not spayed/neutered and spaying/neutering age was ≥ 2 years. Fifty-five per cent of owners had a dog for more than 5 years, and only 2% of dogs were obtained from a dog shelter. Most of the participants reported that municipalities should take more active roles and increase the number and quality of animal shelters. Adopting dogs from shelters, putting food and water containers on the streets for stray dogs, and promoting the awareness of people regarding animal rights and welfare were among the responses. There was a knowledge deficiency regarding the importance of spaying/neutering dogs, especially spaying females, and the reproductive characteristics of dogs that may cause an increase in the stray dog population and unwanted puppies. The results of this study revealed that the dissemination of accurate information to people is a crucial point in the welfare of both stray and owned dogs and controlling the overpopulation of free-roaming dogs.

scholarly journals Stray Dog Feeding and Self-Reported Stray Dog-Related Problems in Thailand.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Afia Saree ◽  
Anda Klinpikul ◽  
Apissara Kongchu ◽  
Arya Wongaree ◽  
Bussabong Navykarn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
The Hours ◽  
Stray Dog

Abstract Stray dog population leads to problems, which are directly related to humans and the environment, has transformed stray dog issues from a third world problem to a global, public health priority. Hence, this study aimed to determine factors related to the feeding of stray dogs and other factors, which influence the results of stray dogs-related problems. This was a community based cross-sectional study, performed in Bangdan village, Songkhla, Thailand. Data were collected through phone interviews. Binary logistic regression analysis was conducted to measure the association between the independent variables and the problems-related with stray dogs. Among 168 participants, 137 participants (81.5%) were bothered by problems caused by stray dogs. The most common problem reported was garbage scavenging (62.5%), which occurred predominantly from the hours of 6 pm. to Midnight. Feeding stray dogs was significantly associated with stray dog-related problems (Odds Ratio [OR] = 3.94 with 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.26-17.41). However, other factors; such as, gender, length of stay and owning pets had no statistically significant association. In conclusion, feeding stray dogs was significantly associated with stray dog-related problems, with garbage scavenging being the most common problem reported.

scholarly journals Confirmation of Rabies in a Stray Dog in Umuahia, Nigeria – A Case Report.

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Keyword(s):  
Public Awareness ◽  
Fluorescent Antibody ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Virus Detection ◽  
Antibody Test ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Presumptive Diagnosis ◽  
Stray Dogs ◽  
Brain Sample ◽  
Stray Dog

Abstract Rabies is an important zoonotic disease and the increased numbers of stray dogs constitute a constraint on the prevention of human cases in Nigeria. This report reaffirms that rabies is endemic in Nigeria and stray dogs constitute a risk to humans. A stray Nigeria indigenous dog was presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike Nigeria with clinical manifestations of salivation, delirium, maniac and attack displays. It was quarantined for a period of 14 days, clinical manifestations persisted and a presumptive diagnosis of end stage furious form of rabies was made. The dog was then humanely euthanized, brain sample was collected and taken to the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), Vom, Nigeria for rabies virus detection using direct fluorescent antibody test (DFAT). Result revealed that brain sample was positive for canine rabies depicted by apple green fuorescence. In conclusion, the stray dog was confirmed to be positive for rabies. To the authors’ knowledge, this is the first report of confirmed rabies case in a stray dog in Umuahia, Nigeria. Hence, there should be intense public awareness on the danger of rabies since the disease remains a public health concern in Nigeria.

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