Egerton University has strengthened community health through a veterinary outreach targeting pets and livestock in Njoro Sub-county, Nakuru County. The exercise was held on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
The initiative was led by the Dean Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (FVMS) . It brought together staff and students from the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) and BSc. Animal Health and Management (BSc. AHM) programmes.
The team provided deworming and rabies vaccination services. A total of 157 dogs, 74 cats, and 31 donkeys were treated. In addition, 441 sheep and goats, and 27 cattle were dewormed.
The Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Dr Caleb Orenge planned the event. Coordination was undertaken by Paul Oyango Okumu. The outreach attracted strong participation from local farmers and pet owners.
Students used the platform to gain hands-on experience. They handled animals and interacted with the community. This helped bridge theory and practice in veterinary training.
Pet owners and farmers received guidance on responsible animal care. They were sensitized on routine vaccination and deworming. The focus was on preventing disease and protecting public health.
The outreach was supported by Egerton University, FVMS staff, Cosmos Animal Health, Vetnow, Atlantis Life Sciences, Farming Systems Kenya, and the Njoro Sub-county Veterinary Office.
At the end of the event, community members thanked the University for such an initiative underscoring the University’s commitment to community engagement and improved pet health services.
By Musa Kurian
