On Sunday, May 29 at 11.30:XNUMX a.m. The entrance plaza of the Valencian park will host this traditional event of commitment to animal welfare that aims to promote adoption.
There are events that, little by little, become “essential”. And when it comes to events that bring together people committed to the love and respect for animals and, in this case, dogs in search of a home, moments of emotion are guaranteed. This is what will undoubtedly happen in the 20th Parade of Abandoned Dogs organized by the shelter Adopt An Abandoned Dog (AUPA) and the BIOPARC Foundation and that the Sunday, May 29 at 11.30 a.m. in the Exterior Plaza of BIOPARC Valencia.
The objective of the Parade of Abandoned Dogs is twofold, on the one hand, to denounce animal abuse and, on the other, to promote adoptions as the best and most supportive decision for people who want to share their life with a pet. Although enormous changes are taking place and society is increasingly aware, For years now, our country has continued to lead the infamous European ranking in the number of abandoned animals., 700 every day. Data that shows the need to continue working and joining efforts in education and awareness, organizing actions such as this solidarity parade.
The BIOPARC Foundation and the Adopta Un Perro Abandonado (AUPA) shelter encourage people to come and meet the dozens of dogs that will participate in this solidarity event with a festive and family atmosphere.
The Parades of Abandoned Dogs allow us to break stigmas and barriers regarding the type and characteristics of the animals that we can adopt and, especially, they make it possible to recognize the enormous work carried out by shelters such as AUPA Professionals and volunteers dedicated to housing, caring for and pampering dogs that they collect and, most importantly, look for them with all their efforts a home for life. In this way, on this particular catwalk we can learn about the most diverse stories, with dogs that have suffered and have known the worst of human beings and who long to find a family to which they can give all their unconditional love and fidelity.
We will have the opportunity to be amazed to find dogs like Shiva, a stunning eight-year-old German Shepherd; also Dante Alighieri that he is not yet two years old and arrived in deplorable conditions and that now for his godmothers he is “the perfect dog”; the peculiar Merida, ten months old, playful and happy and with an unmistakable coat; self-confident and very brave, as she corresponds to the Rotweiler breed she is Ruth, two years old; Gordon, just over a year old, is a beautiful mixed breed, calm and affectionate. Podencos like Gala, fourteen months old, smart and fun. And, of course, many other dogs and their experiences will be discovered in the parade, where puppies that have been abandoned as a result of unwanted litters will also attend.
As always, a call to the responsibility that comes with incorporating a dog into our lives. It is absolutely necessary to know and assume that it represents a commitment for many years, that we must guarantee their maximum well-being. And we will also know that, once the decision is agreed upon and made, we will have the great fortune of sharing our daily lives with these extraordinary animals.
