The Municipality of Quilmes reported that from Wednesday, February 4 to Friday, March 6, an intense zoonosis operation will be carried out at the Sociedad de Fomento Los Eucaliptos, located at 898 Street No. 6400, in San Francisco Solano. The initiative includes castrations and rabies vaccinations and was attended on its first day by the interim mayor, Eva Mieri.
During the opening, Mieri highlighted the importance of bringing public policies to the neighborhoods: “The health of our animals is very important. Today we are at the other end of the district with a decentralized operation close to the neighbors, which also values the collaboration between the municipal government and local institutions”.
The importance of castration
The Undersecretary of Zoonosis and Animal Protection, Pamela Dreher, emphasized: “The importance of castration is paramount, first because we already have an ever-growing population of abandoned animals, and also because it helps control zoonotic diseases that our animals can transmit to us”.
Objectives and expected results
- Three consecutive days will be held at the Sociedad de Fomento Los Eucaliptos.
- The goal is to complete 185 procedures including castrations and rabies vaccinations.
- In January, more than 1,000 castrations had already been carried out in various operations and at the new Municipal Veterinary Clinic of Don Bosco, located in front of the Linear Park.
Community testimonials
The neighbors highlighted the importance of these campaigns:
- Maira Benítez: “I brought a cat to be spayed that I rescued two weeks ago and I think it’s excellent that they do these kinds of campaigns, it’s really needed”.
- Rosa Gutiérrez: “It’s the first time I’ve come to one of these operations and I think it’s excellent because it’s close to me, I live two blocks from here and it was convenient for me to spay my kittens”.
Procedures and requirements
- Castrations:
- Appointments on a first-come, first-served basis with the animal present.
- Requirements: 12 hours of fasting and a blanket for warmth.
- Reception from 8:30 am.
- After veterinary review and approval, the surgery lasts approximately two hours (for cats and dogs).
- If not approved, instructions are given to improve its health condition.
- Rabies vaccination:
- Conducted from 11:30 am.
- Requirement: the animal must be over 3 months old.
The zoonosis operation in Quilmes reflects a sustained public policy aimed at improving animal health and preventing zoonotic diseases, bringing free and decentralized services to the neighborhoods. Community participation and institutional support reinforce the municipality’s commitment to the well-being of the community.
