Poços de Caldas establishes municipal animal protection council

The City Hall of Poços de Caldas, Minas Gerais, has appointed the members of the Municipal Council for the Protection, Defense, and Valorization of Animal Life (COMVIDA).

The council is composed of representatives from various sectors, including public authorities, security forces, animal protection entities, veterinary clinics, and higher education institutions. Participating bodies include the municipal secretariats of Environment and Sustainability, Health, Economic Development and Innovation, and Public Security and Urban Mobility.

Security and legal representation is provided by the Military Police of Minas Gerais, the Environmental Military Police, the Military Fire Brigade, the Civil Police, and the 25th Subsection of the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB-MG). Civil society is represented by the Association of Friends and Protectors of Animals (AAPA), Cão Miau Poços, and the Pégasus Institute. Additionally, representatives from registered veterinary clinics and local higher education institutions, such as PUC Minas and IFSULDEMINAS, are included.

Pedro Luis Muzeka Pereira has been designated as the executive secretary to provide administrative and operational support. The council aims to strengthen public policies regarding animal welfare and promote multi-sector participation in developing actions for animal protection.