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Global pet adoption trends and initiatives
Overview
Animal welfare organizations in Ecuador and the United States have reported successful pet adoption initiatives. In Ecuador, Mundo Mágico de la Mascota facilitated the adoption of 219 pets through nationwide adoption days. In the United States, the organization Best Friends held ‘Adventure Buddies Day’ in Los Angeles, resulting in 25 dog adoptions and 14 foster placements.
In contrast, pet adoptions in Spain have reached their lowest levels since the pandemic. According to a study by Fundación Affinity, only 120,000 animals were adopted out of 285,000 available in shelters, representing a 42% adoption rate. Dog adoptions fell by 18% and cat adoptions declined by 14% compared to 2024. This decline has led to longer shelter stays, with adult and senior animals spending an average of over one year in care.
Entities
Isabel Buil · Mundo Mágico de la Mascota · Best Friends · Fundación Affinity
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesFundación Affinity reports sharp decline in Spanish pet adoptions
Pet adoptions in Spain have dropped to post-pandemic lows, with only 42% of available dogs and cats being adopted, according to a report by Fundación Affinity.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesPet adoption initiatives report success in Ecuador and the United States
Pet adoption initiatives in Ecuador and the US have seen success, with Mundo Mágico de la Mascota facilitating 219 adoptions in 2026 and Best Friends hosting an adventure day for dogs in Los Angeles.
Sources
ocio.diarioinformacion.com · ocio.farodevigo.es · ppelverdadero.com.ec · que.es