THE rabies outbreak in Penang, Perlis and Kedah has caused anguish, heartbreak and fear to animal-loving Malaysians, especially pet owners, animal rescuers and animal shelters. Malaysia has been rabies-free since 1999, and this outbreak caught the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) and animal carers unprepared, having a low stock of rabies vaccines for animals and culminating in a frantic desire to cull stray dogs in Penang.
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