Brazilian cities roll out animal adoption fairs and rabies vaccination drives
Municipal health departments in Brazil have launched or continued free rabies vaccination campaigns for dogs and cats. In Feira de Santana, Várzea Grande and Salvador, mobile units and permanent centers offer the vaccine to animals aged three months and older, with itinerant services reaching rural and peripheral neighborhoods. Officials emphasize that vaccination is the primary means of preventing the lethal rabies virus in both animals and humans.
Several Brazilian municipalities are hosting animal adoption fairs to place rescued dogs and cats with new families. Guarapuava, Itapevi, Cuiabá, Guarapari and Pato Branco organized weekend events where veterinary checks, microchipping and health certifications are provided, and adoption is free for adults over 18 who present identification and proof of residence. The fairs aim to reduce shelter populations and promote responsible pet ownership.
The Autarquia Especial Municipal de Limpeza Urbana (Emlur) carried out an intensive cleanup operation in the Valentina neighbourhood of João Pessoa, deploying dozens of machines and a new ecopoint to collect recyclable waste and curb illegal dumping, improving public health and quality of life for residents.
In Mexico, the city of Puebla inaugurated its first "Michi Fest" – a municipal cat day featuring free rabies vaccination, limited sterilisation slots, adoption stands, workshops and artistic exhibits to encourage responsible feline ownership.