The Coordinator of Animal Health and Welfare of Monterrey, De La Rocha Martínez, urged to report to the phone number 072 dogs or cats that are in unfavorable conditions. Animal Health is committed to sheltering these animals in one of the two enabled centers, operational from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00 hours, and all services are free.
For his part, Coordinator Vicente Galván provided recommendations to the population to protect their pets on extremely cold days. It is suggested to keep animals in a dry place, away from drafts, with adequate food and water at room temperature. It is also advised to apply the six-way vaccine that protects against various diseases, including Bordetella, which causes "Kennel Cough," affecting the respiratory system of animals.
In case of detecting animals in a street situation, they are urged to shelter them, feed them, and report their exact location to the citizen attention telephone 072. In addition, information was provided about veterinarians who offer help in rescuing pets, operating 24 hours or at specific hours.
The support and assistance operation for low temperatures of the Government of Monterrey not only contemplates the vulnerable population but also pets. Through the coordination of Animal Health and Welfare, rescue and shelter services are offered for abandoned dogs and cats or those in a street situation.
The municipal secretary of Human Development and Substantive Equality, Karina Barrón, verified the conditions of the Animal Welfare Center in Parque España. Accompanied by the director of Municipal Health, Ricardo de la Rocha, she called on citizens to collaborate in rescuing unprotected pets during the low temperatures.
In the words of Barrón: "It is very important for Mayor Adrián de la Garza that we all take care of our companion animals. We are concerned on this cold front for animals that are on the street, in danger, or exposed to warm temperatures."
