Project

Animal Welfare: Managing Stray Cats and Dogs

Host Organization: Action Change (Formerly GVI Trust) London, London, United Kingdom http://www.actionchange.org

About

Like in many cities, stray dogs and cats, cruelty, abandonment and negligence are a common issue in Playa del Carmen. In order to reduce the number of dogs and cats roaming the streets, this project provides proper education and awareness programs as well as permanent low cost/free spay and neuter programs. Support animal welfare through the permanent sterilisation and education programmes that our partners carry out in Playa del Carmen.

Need

Playa del Carmen is one of the fastest-growing cities in Latin America but this growth hasn't been well organised and has resulted in a host of concerns. Among them is the amount of dogs and cats that roam the streets. Although some owners care for them, many lack money or transportation to access the resources necessary. Some neglect and abandon them in the street. Additionally, roaming animals suffer from preventable diseases and are left to scavenge and continue reproducing unchecked.

Long term impact

During the five years our project has been running, we have spayed or neutered 18 500 dogs and cats. They have 2 permanent veterinarians and a permanent community support program. They are also committed to education which encourages responsible pet ownership and challenges negative perceptions of feral cats, sometimes resulting in cruelty. With your support we will develop this model across Latin America.

About the Organization

Our Mission "To Support communities in creating brighter, better and more sustainable futures for all their citizens." Our Purpose Building an international community of people united in a common goal of making an impact on global issues, raising awareness of the need for protection of our environment, and meeting the challenges presented by natural and unexpected disasters.

GlobalGiving Categories:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Economic Growth
  • Education

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Total Goal
$42,000
Remaining Goal
$10,303
What is a Project?

Domestic and international programs and services housed within organizations, addressing specific needs of community groups.