Service “Rifq”: A New Initiative for the Welfare of Stray Animals in Muscat
In an effort to enhance public health and promote a sustainable environment, Muscat Municipality has launched the “Rifq” service. This innovative initiative aims to care for and rehabilitate stray animals while applying global best practices in animal welfare. By addressing the challenges posed by stray animals, the municipality seeks to create a harmonious coexistence between humans and animals in the city.
Objectives of the Rifq Service
- Swift Response to Reports: The service allows citizens and residents to report stray animals, ensuring that these cases are handled promptly and efficiently. This process helps address public concerns about safety and health risks.
- Comprehensive Animal Care: The program includes capturing stray animals, providing necessary healthcare, and rehabilitating them. This holistic approach ensures that the animals are treated humanely while addressing any potential threats to public health.
- Community Awareness: One of the key pillars of the Rifq service is educating the community about the importance of animal welfare. By raising awareness, the initiative encourages societal support and collaboration in caring for stray animals.
- Population Control: Through sterilization campaigns, the initiative aims to control the population of stray animals. This step is crucial in preventing overpopulation and mitigating related issues such as competition for resources and the spread of diseases.
- Disease Prevention: The program also includes vaccination drives to combat the spread of diseases and parasites that stray animals might carry. This protects not only the animals but also the broader community.
A Step Towards Sustainability
The Rifq service reflects Muscat Municipality’s commitment to creating a safe, clean, and healthy environment for all. By integrating humane treatment of animals with public health measures, the initiative aligns with Oman’s broader goals of sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Citizens are encouraged to actively participate in this initiative by reporting stray animals through designated channels. This collaborative approach ensures that trained teams can respond quickly, ensuring the well-being of both the community and the animals.
A Reflection of Islamic Values
The Rifq service resonates deeply with the values of compassion and mercy emphasized in Islamic teachings. By taking steps to care for stray animals, the initiative reflects a profound respect for all living beings, underscoring Oman’s dedication to these principles.
Hassan Al Maqbali
Content Creator & Website Manager at Omanspire
Hassan Al Maqbali is a dedicated content creator and the website manager at Omanspire, where he writes passionately about Oman's culture, history, and the timeless stories that shape the nation’s identity. His work reflects a deep love for the Sultanate and a commitment to sharing its beauty with the world.
Driven by a desire to widen global understanding of Oman, Hassan creates narratives that present the country through diverse perspectives—capturing its people, heritage, landscapes, and evolving cultural heartbeat. Through Omanspire, he hopes to bring readers closer to the spirit of Oman, one story at a time.
