An Assessment of the Perceived Implementation of the Stray Dog Control Ordinance in the Municipality of Sibulan
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perceived implementation, stray dog control ordinance, road accidents, dog bite incidence, public awareness, impounding, vaccination and registrationAbstract
This study examined the perceived implementation of the Stray Dog Control Ordinance and its relationship with stray dog–related road accidents and dog bite incidence in the Municipality of Sibulan, Negros Oriental. A descriptive–correlational research design was employed, with data collected from 120 residents using a researcher-made questionnaire and supported by secondary municipal records. The instrument measured four dimensions of perceived implementation: enforcement, impounding, registration and vaccination awareness, and public awareness. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and Spearman rank correlation coefficient. Results revealed that the overall level of perceived implementation was low across all dimensions, indicating weak and inconsistent enforcement and operational practices. Meanwhile, the frequency of stray dog–related road accidents and dog bite incidence was found to be frequent, reflecting ongoing public safety and health concerns. Correlation analysis showed that registration and vaccination awareness and public awareness had significant negative relationships with road accidents, while impounding and registration and vaccination awareness were significantly associated with dog bite incidence. However, enforcement showed no significant relationship with either outcome. These findings suggest that awareness-based and preventive strategies have a more immediate effect on reducing risks, whereas weak enforcement limits the effectiveness of the ordinance. The study recommends strengthening public awareness programs, improving vaccination and registration initiatives, and enhancing impounding operations to improve ordinance implementation and promote safer communities.
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