Digital Solutions for Stray Animal Care and Public Health Initiatives
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Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
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The growing population of stray animals in urban and suburban areas poses significant challenges to public health and animal welfare. This project, Digital Solutions for Stray Animal Care and Public Health Initiatives, aims to develop a mobile application, SafePaws, designed to address these challenges by centralizing the management of stray animals, pet adoption, and public health awareness within Sarawak. The application allows users to post about lost or adoptable pets, report incidents involving stray animals, such as bite cases or suspected rabid animals, and access information about nearby veterinary clinics and pet stores. An integrated AI chatbot provides users with advice on pet care and safety guidelines. By offering a streamlined platform for incident reporting and pet adoption, SafePaws aims to improve response times, foster community involvement, and raise awareness about public health initiatives such as rabies prevention. The system was developed using the prototype model, ensuring iterative feedback from users to refine the application. The app’s features were validated through functional, non-functional, and user acceptance testing, ensuring it meets user needs. This project contributes to improving both animal welfare and public safety by offering a comprehensive solution for managing stray animal-related issues and promoting responsible pet ownership.