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Nepal's dog chew exports increased by 7 percent despite a 10 percent US tariff, reaching Rs 4.29 billion in the first 11 months of the fiscal year. Industry leaders believe exports could exceed Rs 10 billion if Nepal gains access to the European Union market by meeting international animal health standards.
Despite laws against animal cruelty and promising initiatives like Baglung's dog hostel, vaccine shortages, weak implementation, and delayed animal welfare reforms continue to leave both people and street dogs vulnerable.
The Department of Livestock Services has deployed technical teams across Kathmandu Valley and nearby districts to control the spread of bird flu after infections were confirmed in nearly 100 poultry farms. Authorities have increased testing, destroyed infected birds and feed, and urged farmers to follow strict safety measures.
