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Brazilian Cities Launch Rabies Vaccination Drives for Dogs and Cats
Municipal authorities in several Brazilian cities are conducting mass rabies vaccination campaigns for dogs and cats to protect animal welfare and public health. In Teixeira de Freitas, the campaign was held across 25 health units on Saturday, offering free antirabies shots to pets. Ilhéus released a detailed schedule for its own vaccination drive, urging owners to bring their animals to designated sites. Dourados reported that 689 rescued dogs and cats have already been immunized as part of the effort.
Local governments repeatedly stress the importance of the campaigns, noting that vaccinating companion animals reduces the risk of rabies transmission to humans and helps control the disease in the wider community. The initiatives target both owned pets and stray animals, with many municipalities providing free vaccinations and public information to encourage widespread participation.