Head of the Mexico City Health Secretariat (Sedesa), Nadine Gasman, reported that 34 dogs rescued from the Franciscan Shelter have died, though she assured that all animals received medical attention, food, and constant veterinary monitoring from the capital's government. During a report on the canines' health status, the official explained that since their rescue, an institutional protocol was implemented to guarantee their well-being. Medical care and transfers to the veterinary hospital The animals have been permanently cared for: "In the institutional work we have done, we have had continuous veterinary care in the three spaces, and there has been a referral to the veterinary hospital for dogs that have had health problems." Nadine Gasman She specified that 76 dogs have been transferred to the veterinary hospital, of which: 42 have already been discharged, 34 remain hospitalized. Some are in delicate condition, others continue in rehabilitation. Additionally, she emphasized that all dogs have been dewormed, while the majority have already been vaccinated and sterilized. Pre-existing diseases, main cause of deaths The secretary explained that the deaths are related to the conditions in which the animals were found, many with advanced diseases: "When we arrived, there were dogs in very poor health, with digestive problems, malnutrition, respiratory, osteomuscular, dermatological, and periodontal issues." Nadine Gasman She clarified that there is no single pattern in the causes of death, but a combination of serious ailments. Recovery cases: from mistreatment to rehabilitation Despite the number of deaths, Gasman highlighted emblematic recovery cases that reflect the improvement in the animals' living conditions: A female dog who wore a muzzle and had mammary tumors was operated on; the lesions turned out to be benign and she is now recovering favorably. Another canine, with extreme fear of human contact, managed to build trust with veterinarians and now interacts with people and other dogs. A dog with deep injuries to the dorsal region received intensive treatment and is showing progress in its recovery. Veterinary hospital, key in care The head of Sedesa highlighted the role of the veterinary hospital as a fundamental piece: "It has been a very important reference place that has saved many lives." Nadine Gasman Currently, of the dogs from the Franciscan Shelter hospitalized, six remain in delicate condition, some with cancerous tumors, while the rest are reported stable and in the process of medical discharge. CDMX Government guarantees animal well-being The Secretary of Health affirmed that all involved institutions have allocated resources to guarantee: Specialized veterinary care Medications Adequate nutrition Continuous clinical monitoring This, as part of the strategy driven by the capital's government to improve the conditions of rescued animals.
