FUNCTIONAL STATEMENTS:

• Formulate measures for the consideration of the sanggunian and provide technical assistance and support to the Governor in carrying our measures to ensure the delivery of basic services and provision of adequate facilities pursuant to Section 17 of the Local Government Code;

• Develop plans and strategies and upon approval thereof by the Governor, implement the same, particularly those which have to do with veterinary related activities which the Governor is empowered to implement and which the sanggunian is empowered to provide for;

• Advise the Governor on all matters pertaining to the slaughter of animals for human consumption and regulate the keeping of domestic animals. Regulate the keeping of domestic animals, inspect poultry, milk and dairy products, enforce all laws and regulations for the prevention of cruelty to animals and take the necessary measures to eradicate, prevent or cure all forms of animal diseases;

• Be in the front-line of veterinary related activities particularly those arising from and in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters and calamities.

• Recommend to the sanggunian and advise the Governor on all matters related to veterinary services which will increase the number and improve the quality of livestock, poultry and other domestic animals used for work or human consumption, and;

• Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.