Effective strategies for the prevention of rabies in Yakutia: legal and organizational aspects
E. S. Sleptsov,
V. F. Chernyavsky,
N. Af. Struchkov,
M. S. Savvinova,
M. N. Sidorov,
E. P. Tomashevskaya https://doi.org/10.52419/issn2782-6252.2025.2.21
Abstract
The article considers the organizational and legal aspects of the fight against rabies in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) - a natural outbreak disease that poses a significant threat to the health of the population and animals. Taking into account the diversity of natural areas of Yakutia, where sporadic outbreaks of rabies are recorded annually, the need for strict control of the population of stray dogs is noted. The article highlights the importance of pet vaccination and information campaigns to raise citizens’ awareness. Also covered is the role of legislation, including animal registration, owner responsibilities and penalties for non-compliance with keeping regulations, which contributes to reducing the risk of infection. The conclusion highlights the importance of an integrated approach to rabies control aimed at protecting public health and preserving the region’s ecosystem.
About the Authors
E. S. Sleptsov
Yakut Scientific Center - Yakut Scientific Research Institute of Agriculture named after M.G. Safronov
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Evgeny S. Sleptsov - Dr. of Veterinary Sciences, Professor
V. F. Chernyavsky
Center for Hygiene and Epidemiology in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Viktor F. Chernyavsky - Cand. of Medical Sciences
N. Af. Struchkov
Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Nikolay Af. Struchkov - Cand. of Veterinary Sciences,, Docent
M. S. Savvinova
Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Margarita S. Savvinova - Dr. of Veterinary Sciences, Professor
M. N. Sidorov
Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Mikhail N. Sidorov - Cand. of Veterinary Sciences, Docent
E. P. Tomashevskaya
Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Ekaterina P. Tomashevskaya - Cand. of Biological Sciences, Docent
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Sleptsov E.S., Chernyavsky V.F., Struchkov N.A., Savvinova M.S., Sidorov M.N., Tomashevskaya E.P. Effective strategies for the prevention of rabies in Yakutia: legal and organizational aspects. Legal regulation in veterinary medicine. 2025;(2):21-25. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.52419/issn2782-6252.2025.2.21
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