We are so lucky to have PACS here on the island of Koh Phangan, it is a rabies free area. Also Surat Thani Province is not yet considered a danger zone. But, it is still important to vaccinate your pet against this as just one infected animal could ruin the whole thing!
Over 60% of recorded infected animals are privately owned.
What you can do:
• Make sure your pets are vaccinated and have the right documentation. Contact Dr Jib 0844470944. Vaccinating your animal against Rabies, Parvo, Distemper, Hepatitis and Lepto costs around 500b.
• Encourage all other animal owners to do the same.
• If an animal bites you do not hesitate - see a doctor within 24 hours.
• Vaccinate a stray! We do the best we can but can’t reach them all. If an animal has a tattoo in its left ear it has probably been vaccinated already.
What PACS are doing:
• We vaccinate and neuter every animal that comes to our clinic – in the last 3 years over 2000 strays. All animals that have been admitted to PACs have a tattoo in their left ear.
• We are in discussion with the authorities and local vets to find out how we can assist further
PHANGAN MUNICIPALITY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PET OWNERS:
We advise you to do this whether your cats and dogs have been vaccinated or not. Please call your local municipality or visit them if you have any questions.
During this time all 3 municipalities in Phangan announced for dogs and cats owner to register their pets BEFORE THESE DATES:
Baan Tai municipality 20-26 March: tel. 077-377964
Koh Phangan municipality 16-23 March: tel. 077-377062 ext 403
Pet Phangan municipality 19-23 March: tel. 077962300 ext 21
WHAT TO BRING:
Thai Nationals: A copy of ID card (If you are a non-Thai resident: your passport AND house book or rental agreement)
Photos of cats and dogs on your mobile phone
You will need to give details of the date of birth of your pets and their descriptions
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