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Dog-bite related rabies should be completely phased out. Street dogs should be able to live without disease. And, people should not have to be scared of street dogs. Through Vaccination and humanely managed Sterilization programmes embark is hoping to make a positive difference in the lives of animals and the people who come into contact with them. In the past 4 months - April, May, June and July embark hit the streets in Moratuwa to show some consideration for street dogs. Our Animal Birth Control Projects were -
Sterilization Campaign - 22 (Moratuwa -3) Sterilization Campaign - 19 (Moratuwa -2) Sterilization Campaign - 18 (Moratuwa -1) One Day Animal Birth Control Campaigns for Help Requests Inquiries Answered - Maharagama National Cancer Hospital Premises and Kelaniya - Waragoda Sterilization Campaign - 21 (Kelaniya - Waragoda) Sterilization Campaign - 20 (Maharagama National Cancer Hospital) Sterilization Campaign - 17 (Chilaw - Medagama)   
 Catch-Neuter-Vaccinate-Release Campaigns (CNVR)With rapid developments taking place in main cities and the increase in the number of people living and working in these urban areas, it is only natural to witness the over population of stray dogs on the streets. Therefore, Embark's primary focus is the humane management of the roaming dog population in Sri Lanka. The Catch-Neuter-Vaccinate and Release to the same area (CNVR) method of dog population management is one that is accepted and applied worldwide, especially in many South East Asian countries where dog-bite related rabies is a threat. Through the successful implementation of CNVR, also referred to as Animal Birth Control (ABC), Embark hopes to help prevent the spread of rabies; the transmission of diseases to other animals through contact; the injuries and fear caused by aggressive stray dogs; the noise and fouling resulting from increasing numbers and the tragic outcome of ever increasing road traffic accidents. Since 2007 Embark has utilized all available resources to implement CNVR related campaigns and raise awareness in an effective manner. Since stray dog overpopulation is not the only issue that needs addressing, Embark has clearly identifies other common concerns relating to these helpless animals. By sterilizing the dogs, treating the injured ones and even re-homing the animals, we are helping eradicate concerns like malnutrition, disease, injury through traffic accidents, injury through fighting and abusive treatment. Embark ensures that kindness to animals is practiced throughout the entire CNVR process. Priority is given to ensure that animals are treated well all the way through from capturing and holding the animals up until the point of treating them and then releasing them back into their own neighbourhoods. Ultimately as Sri Lankans we are all responsible for compassionate dog population management and it is within our power to act responsibly. With the 'no-kill' policy for stray dogs in place, the Government has created an environment favourable for Emabark to carry out positive campaigns, encourage the maintenance of animal welfare and help eradicate animal cruelty in our country. The main objective of practicing animal birth control in stray dogs is dog-bite rabies eradication. The CNVR programme funded by Embark and implemented by groups such as Tsunami Animal-People Alliance and Blue Paw Trust is the only humane method to secure and protect people from this deadly disease while also caring for the dogs. Get Your Pet Sterilized today! |
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 Embark Out-Reach to Western ProvinceRead all about our Chilaw Project With the hope of creating happy places for both people and animals, once again Embark provided much needed animal-friendly care to some furry friends in need. Embark's latest Sterilization and Vaccination Campaign - the Chilaw Project was carried out on 9th May 2010 at Halawatha/Medagama Abhaya Maha Vidyalaya Panirendawa. The Veterinarians at hand cared for a total of 65 dogs and 4 cats. While 22 dogs and 2 cats were sterilized, 15 dogs were treated for skin diseases and the rest were vaccinated against Rabies. Medical advice was also provided to dog owners on how to protect their pets from Canine Distemper that appears to be spreading rapidly in the Chilaw area. As Ambassador for World Animal Day and driving force behind Embark, Otara Gunewardena is keen to take the services offered through Embark into more villages in Sri Lanka in the future. The enthusiasm and the turnout of animal lovers in support of animal welfare at the Chilaw Project was a good indication of the need for medical services for animals in general. Since 2007 Embark has headed many such successful Sterilization and Vaccination Campaign in Colombo and its suburbs. But this is the first instance the project has been taken to a locality many miles away from the Capital. Inspired by the success of this outreach project, Embark is planning to successfully implement many more such campaigns in places that need it the most. Feedback
English translation of the following thanking note Expressions of deep gratitude Dear Ms. Otara Gunewardena, On behalf of all the people in my community I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your financial generosity as the sole Sponsor of the Mobile Veterinary Clinic held on 9th May 2010 at Halawatha/Medagama Abhaya Maha Vidyalaya Panirendawa. We wish to express our heartfelt appreciation for your kind contribution to help cure the helpless animals in our neighbourhood. Furthermore, we will forever remember your tremendous act of merit performed for the benefit of our community. May you be blessed with a life filled with good things. Your Sincerely, The Manager
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