42 dogs have been captured so far by the Ministry of Agriculture in the Western Division during their stray dog control campaign.

The Ministry states that these traps were laid on Tuesday in strategic areas from Sigatoka to Rakiraki.

Stray dogs that have been caught are kept at the respective Municipal Council pound.

According to the Ministry, the dogs are also well kept until owners come forward.

The main awareness the Ministry is trying to create is for dog owners to be more responsible for their pets and keep them in their compounds.

These stray dog trappings by the Ministry are usually done in the evening.

The stray dog campaign will end on the 9th of August.