Bhutan looks to technology to control dog population


Chief veterinarian Officer with Bhutan's Department of Livestock, Dr Karma Rinzin, said that the growing dog population was becoming a nuisance. — ANN

Beginning July in Bhutan, a microchip would be embedded under the skin of pet dogs and quick response (QR) code around a dog’s neck would help locate dogs.

However, at the heart of the debate is still how humane the approaches are.

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