Animal Health Training and Consultancy Service (AHTCS) is a non-profit, service-driven, non-governmental organization established in 2000 with the goal of enhancing the living conditions of marginalized communities. It works in collaboration with both national and international partners. The primary objective of AHTCS is to improve animal health, promote effective livestock production and management, and ensure animal welfare throughout Nepal.

AHTCS traces its origins to the Animal Health Improvement Program (AHIP), which began in 1981 under the Rural Development Centre (RDC) with support from the United Mission to Nepal. This initiative was launched to address the numerous challenges encountered by rural livestock farmers. The organization is officially registered with the District Administration Office in Kaski and is affiliated with the Social Welfare Council.

AHTCS serves its focus communities by implementing programs in animal health, livestock husbandry, and equine welfare. It also engages in need-based program diversification, particularly those that integrate livestock and agricultural practices to support livelihood development. The AHTCS contributing to sectors such as agriculture, animal husbandry, livelihood promotion, and community development. In alignment with the Department of Livestock Services’ policy on producing Village Animal Health Workers (VAHWs), AHTCS partners with provincial governments Ministry of Agriculture and Land Management to deliver training and technical support.

VISION

AHTCS envisions self-reliant, healthy and resilient Nepalese farming communities.

MISSION

Improved quality of life of poor, marginalized and needy communities through smart farming practices, promoting animal health and welfare, and providing practical education and services in collaboration with communities, government and other development partners.