Provincial Veterinary Office - Negros Occidental

29/10/2026

The Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Animal Industry (DA-BAI) congratulates the following provinces on receiving the 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐚 (𝐀𝐈) 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 for their commitment to strengthening Avian Influenza (AI) surveillance and prevention.

The recognition acknowledges provinces that have completed the required submission of target samples from designated areas, in accordance with their respective risk categories under the Avian Influenza Protection Program - Manual of Procedures (AIPP-MOP), for the second semester of 2025 and the first semester of 2026.

BAI commends these provinces for their continued commitment to protecting the Philippine poultry industry, strengthening early detection, and safeguarding animal health and trade from the impacts of AI. Their efforts highlight the importance of risk-based surveillance, coordinated action, and collaboration in building a more resilient and sustainable poultry industry. # # #

28/10/2026

PVO RECOGNIZES WINNERS OF THE POSTER-MAKING CONTEST FOR THE 33RD MEAT SAFETY CONSCIOUSNESS WEEK 2026

The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental, in collaboration with the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS), recognized the creativity and artistic talents of high school students during the awarding ceremony of the Poster-Making Contest for the 33rd Meat Safety Consciousness Week 2026, anchored on this year’s theme, “One Nation, One Commitment: Safe, Clean and Quality Meat for All.”

Through their meaningful and creative artworks, anchored by this year’s theme: Meat safety is everyone's responsibility. The students’ posters highlighted the importance of promoting safe, clean, and quality meat to protect public health and ensure that every Filipino family has access to safe meat products.

Congratulations to the following winners:
1st Place: Jennyvic R. Archivar
Sum-ag National High School
2nd Place: Patricia Rianne G. Biscocho
Ramon Torres National High School, Bago City
3rd Place: Cris John M. Parcia
Murcia National High School

The activity also showcased the participation and support of the following schools:
📌 Inocencio V. Ferrer Memorial School of Fisheries (VFMSF), Talisay
📌 Esteban Jalandoni Farm School, Hinigaran
📌 Valladolid National High School

The entries were judged by the Association of Broiler Integrators of Negros Occidental (ABINO), one of the organized associations under the PVO, whose participation helped recognize the students' creativity and understanding of the importance of meat safety.

This initiative reflects the continuing commitment of the PVO, in partnership with the NMIS and other stakeholders, to strengthen public awareness of meat safety through education, youth participation, and community engagement.

By encouraging young people to become advocates of meat safety, the PVO hopes to inspire greater awareness and shared responsibility in ensuring that the meat consumed by our families and communities is safe, clean, and of good quality.

Together, let us uphold meat safety—from the farm to the table!

28/10/2026

PVO Holds Dog Catchers Training in Cadiz City

The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental conducted a Dog Catchers Capability Training in Cadiz City on October 27, 2026, with the participation of 40 representatives from various barangays.

The training aimed to strengthen the participants’ knowledge and practical skills in the safe, proper, and humane handling and restraint of stray dogs and other animals, while enhancing their understanding of the provisions of the Animal Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 8485, as amended by RA 10631) and the Anti-Rabies Act of 2007 (Republic Act No. 9482).

Through this capacity-building initiative, the Provincial Veterinary Office continues to strengthen community-level efforts in responsible stray animal management, promote animal welfare, and support effective rabies prevention and control measures.

By equipping dog catchers with the necessary knowledge and skills, the PVO reinforces its commitment to protecting both public health and animal welfare, working toward safer, rabies-free, and animal-friendly communities throughout Negros Occidental.

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23/10/2026

The Provincial Veterinary Office, in partnership with the San Carlos City Veterinary Office, successfully conducted a Mass Kapon Activity last October 21–22, 2026, serving a total of 206 pets.

This initiative promotes responsible pet ownership through spaying and castration, helping prevent unwanted litters, manage the growing population of dogs and cats, and contribute to healthier pets and safer communities.

22/10/2026

CELEBRATE CREATIVITY, PROMOTE MEAT SAFETY! 💚

Check out the talented high school students’ entries for the 33rd Meat Safety Consciousness Week 2026!

Inspired by this year’s theme, “One Nation, One Commitment: Safe, Clean and Quality Meat for All,” these artworks remind us that meat safety is everyone’s responsibility!

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT! Like your favorite poster and help spread awareness about safe, clean, and quality meat!

Likes and reactions received until October 27, 2026, at 12:00 noon will account for 15% of the total contest score.

Let’s give our young artists some love and make every like count!

Brought to you by the Provincial Veterinary Office, in coordination with the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) and Association of Broiler Integrators of Negros Occidental (ABINO).

22/10/2026

Training on Semen Processing, Packaging and Storage funded under the 2026-20% Provincial Development Fund with project title Provincial Animal Genetic Improvement Program hosted by Cadiz City Veterinary Office participated by 21 boar operators, swine artificial inseminators and hog raisers from 6 LGUs of covering districts 1 and 2. Basic principles on Swine Artificial Insemination, Semen Processing, Packaging and Storage were among the topics discussed followed by an actual demonstration on semen collection, evaluation, processing, packaging and handling.

Dr. Placeda Lemana, Provincial Veterinarian and Dr. Josue Rabang, Cadiz City Veterinarian delivered their messages to the participants, while Dr. Tisha Canson, Provincial PAGIP and Swine Coordinator discussed on the salient points of semen processing and basic principles and on AI while the Negros Occidental Swine Inseminators (NOSI) members and officers shared their expertise on the actual process thru hands-on exercises.

16/10/2026

06/10/2026

The Provincial Veterinary Office officially kicked off this year’s Animal Welfare Week by conducting a Spay and Castration Activity in partnership with Pawssion Project on October 5, 2026 at Ayala Capitol Malls.

Aside from providing accessible spay and castration services, the activity also served as an opportunity to promote knowledge-sharing and strengthen collaboration among animal welfare advocates.

Dr. Yasmin Francesca Tan shared valuable insights on blood parasites in dogs, while Sir Fred Louie of Move Furrward presented the latest Provincial Government of Negros Occidental (PGNO) project aimed at supporting animal rescue groups across the province.

Through initiatives like these, the Provincial Veterinary Office continues to strengthen partnerships, promote responsible pet ownership, and advance animal welfare through awareness, education, collaboration, and action. 🐾

29/09/2026

PVO Strengthens Capacity on Transboundary Animal Disease Management and Livestock Emergency Response

The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental, in coordination with concerned animal health agencies and partners, successfully conducted the Capacity Building on Transboundary Animal Disease Management and Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards on September 23–24, 2026 at Negros Residences, Bacolod City.

The two-day activity aimed to strengthen the knowledge and preparedness of animal health personnel in the prevention, surveillance, reporting, and management of Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs) and livestock emergencies. Discussions covered disease transmission, surveillance and reporting, depopulation and disposal, decontamination, and the movement of animals during disease outbreaks.

The participants also gained practical insights on the Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards (LEGS), including the four-stage approach to designing emergency responses. Simulation exercises were conducted to help participants apply the concepts and strengthen coordination and decision-making during possible animal disease emergencies.

The activity provided an avenue for knowledge-sharing and strengthened collaboration among animal health professionals and partner agencies toward a more coordinated and effective response to livestock disease emergencies in the province. The PVO remains committed to continuous capacity building and preparedness in safeguarding animal health and supporting the livestock sector of Negros Occidental.

22/09/2026

Strategic Planning and Implementation Review for the Rabies Program

The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental, through the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO), in partnership with the Provincial Health Office (PHO), successfully conducted the two-day Strategic Planning and Implementation Review for the Rabies Program on September 21–22, 2026, at Negros Residences, Bacolod City. The activity brought together representatives from various national and local government agencies, local government units, the veterinary and health sectors, and other partners involved in rabies prevention and control.

The activity provided an opportunity to review the current rabies situation, health and veterinary concerns, program accomplishments, implementation challenges, and areas requiring further attention. Discussions focused on strengthening the understanding and implementation of legal mandates and responsibilities related to rabies prevention and control, animal bite management, dog registration, and the implementation of the Anti-Rabies Act.

A strategic planning workshop was also conducted to identify priority concerns and formulate strategies to improve program implementation and strengthen coordination among stakeholders. The discussions highlighted that rabies prevention and control is a shared responsibility that requires the active participation of veterinarians, health professionals, local government units, communities, pet owners, and other partners under the One Health approach.

The activity concluded with the presentation of the consolidated workshop outputs and the identification of priority actions and ways forward for the Rabies Program. Through continued collaboration and shared commitment to animal and public health, the PVO, PHO, and their partners remain committed to protecting families and communities and working toward a rabies-free Negros Occidental.