Stakeholders in resolving the problem of strays

a. Direct stakeholders

• Stray dogs or cats
• Pet animals / owners
• Those in contact with wild animals
• Those in contact with domestic animals
• Those working with human society in relation to health

b. Indirect stakeholders

• Municipalities
• Human and animal health ministries
• Veterinarians
• Animal protection societies
• Educators

c. Role of veterinarians

• Helping manage overpopulation of strays
• Leadership with regard to mass killing
• Accurately assess the nature of the problem
• Balance the need for retaining the benefits of pet ownership while addressing the stray animal problem
• Take account of all ‘stakeholders’
• Coordinate the activities of all appropriate groups and providing advice
• Employ humane methods only
• Change attitudes by education