Campaign underway to remove roadside stray animals

A campaign is now underway to remove roadside stray animals from Namatakula village along the Queens Highway up to Lautoka City.

The Ministry of Agriculture is working with the Police, Land Transport Authority and Biosecurity Authority of Fiji in this campaign.

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, any animals found outside fenced boundaries and do not have any proper identification may be considered stray.

It says captured animals will be taken to the nearest functioning animal pound and will only be released if the owners are able to identify their animals and pay the required fees.

Animals that are not claimed within 10 days will be auctioned off by the Ministry of Agriculture.

The Ministry of Agriculture also says animals captured and taken to the pound may also be tested for tuberculosis and brucellosis. 

If tested positive for any diseases, the Ministry will take appropriate action, including culling of the animals if necessary.

A similar campaign will also be conducted in the Northern Division next month.