The free cat sterilization service at the West Plaza Gazebo at the North Jakarta Mayor's Office was enthusiastically welcomed by residents. They feel very helped by this service.

There are 100 cats, this is free of charge

The service received appreciation from one of the residents in RW 10, Koja Urban Village, Anita (25).

"The requirements are not difficult, just bring a personal cage and a photocopy of your e-KTP," he expressed, Wednesday (8/7).

According to him, it helps people who are less fortunate and have more than one cat.

"Outside sterilization is quite expensive, I'm very happy with this service. Moreover, after being sterilized my animal is healthier and fatter, even calmer," he explained.

North Jakarta KPKP Sub-agency Head, Unang Rustanto expressed it was held to control the cat population and ensure North Jakarta was free from rabies.

"There are 100 cats, this is free of charge," he explained.

He explained this sterilization was in collaboration with the Ragunan Animal Health and Livestock Services Center (Pusyankeswannak), South Jakarta, involving nine veterinarians and officers.

Cats that are sterilized must meet the requirements, namely, male local (domestic) cats, not purebred or mixed, in good health, not pregnant, and at least eight months old and a maximum of five years old.

"For cats that have been sterilized, we give them tags or eartips. It will continue to maintain the cat population," he stated.