With the aim of finding them homes, the traditional Dog Parade organized by the BIOPARC Foundation and the animal shelter Adopta Un Perro Abandonado (AUPA) will be held on Sunday, December 14th. The entrance plaza of the Valencian park will once again be a meeting place for people committed to animal welfare, who will be able to learn the stories of dozens of dogs, including some victims of the DANA storm who urgently need the warmth of a family.
When it approaches 27th edition, the Dog Parade in search of a home It has become an essential event for sharing love and respect for animals. Furthermore, since it takes place on the eve of Christmas, it is crucial to convey the message that "They are not toys" and that only by assuming the responsibility that comes with it can this be a truly hopeful time for them to find a new home.
Therefore, the BIOPARC Foundation and the protector Adopt An Abandoned Dog (AUPA) They are organizing this event in which, among several dozen dogs, some will also participate who, after being victims of the DANA storm, are still in the Modepran shelter waiting to give their unconditional love to a family.
27th Parade of dogs in search of a home.
The parade will be the Sunday, December 14th at 12pm in the access plaza to BIOPARC Valencia and attendance is freeThe animal conservation park will set up this iconic space next to the monumental sculpture of the elephant Scipio so that dogs can show "their best version" on the catwalk.
Among the canine attendees will be the star of this year's poster, MaikaA very empathetic, sociable, affectionate, vigilant, and clean 2-year-old big girl. For those who prefer a smaller animal, there's the cheerful and playful one. Small2 years old. As always, it is necessary to pay attention to the elderly, to whom we can provide precious years with the quality of life they deserve. Among them, we will be able to meet Purple A 13-year-old dog, cruelly abandoned, who needs the affection only humans can give. A tragic situation suffered by many other dogs like her. Cocco, Jou, Lepe or Cain.
Awareness and mobilization against animal abuse.
Owning a pet should be done sensibly and with the awareness that it is for life. Pets are not gifts that can be returned.Before making this decision, it's essential to understand that they require care that we have an obligation to provide. According to the Affinity Foundation, considering only those dogs that were taken in by shelters, more than 170.000 dogs were abandoned—an average of 500 per day. The figures have stagnated in recent years, and although more and more people are choosing to adopt, the situation remains unchanged.The option to adopt is vital; educating and mobilizing society to fight against this animal abuse is essential.
BIOPARCs, platforms for dissemination and awareness.
Actions like these parades are part of the role of the BIOPARC Foundation and the Valencian park as platforms for disseminating and raising awareness about the need to protect nature and all living beings. At the same time, conserving endangered species, fighting against the loss of biodiversity, is a challenge that requires great effort and dedication and which has recently shown its most exciting and heartwarming side with the Birth of the first white rhinoceros at BIOPARC, an endangered species.
Similar success in conservation has been seen with the births of chimpanzees, such as Cala and baby Ekon, and the elephants Makena and Malik. In order to bring this wildlife closer to the public, until the end of November you can take advantage of the BIOdays promotionOffering all tickets at child price, available only through the web and at least one day in advance of the visit.
