The Association for Protection and Advocacy of animals and plants 4 feet Jumilla has decided to subsidize 50% of the cost of microchip animals that are adopted.
So the association reports that after meeting with officials of the two veterinary clinics in Jumilla, have reached agreement to pay for 15 of the 30 euro charge for both clinics microchipping.
The measurement is carried out, according to officials of 4 Paws, "to promote responsible pet ownership and provide assurances that those who are adopted are never in the street without identification."
The microchip is the size of a grain of rice, is inserted under the skin of the animal and carries an identification number as the ID for the people, and not transferable and does not cause allergic reactions.
Ensures the legal ownership to any body or person and facilitates the recovery of the animal if lost or stolen.
Data from the pet become part of a database.
As for the cost of this initiative to 4 feet, the Board announced that, in principle, be allocated $ 1,000 to the campaign.
But above all, wish to highlight the source of this funding and that the solidarity of a Jumillano has made this season.
Fidel was a lucky dog.
Its owners with great care and was one of the family.
One day, a dog bigger than him, attacked him and Fidel died due to irreversible damage it suffered after the attack.
Its owner, a girl with a great awareness of the problem of stray animals, decided to donate to 4 Paws received compensation for the loss of Fidel, the 1,000 euros that will finance the campaign of the microchip.
With this action, the owner reported to 4 feet that Fidel would be proud to see that his death has served to help other animals like him at the time, are defenseless.
A letter accompanying the donation:
"One summer morning, like many others, decided to bathe his vueltecica Fidel and give every day, it was funny to see him as he shook and they fell clear of the back hair, a teddy bear seemed straight out of the washer . The fate decided that stood in our way back home a big dog with anger inside those brown eyes, and end the life of Fidel.
Such was the tragic fight we had to save her life we can only despair for not having done more for him.
Forgive us, we did everything possible to continue biting Dedet today!.
If the money Fidel's death and I can help other helpless dogs, Fidel us appreciate where you are, for this reason, the money donated to 4 Paws Jumilla Association.
With all our love, goes for you Fidel!. "
The Association would like to publicly thank this Jumillano and also all persons who, in recent weeks, been interested in abandoned puppies and sick dogs that have been made by the association.
"It is a hope that, although many throw their animals anywhere other part of the population is aware of the irresponsibility of these actions and attempt to solutions and work with us."
Also indicate that the number of abandoned puppies continues to increase and demand that, before leaving animals come in contact with the group to find solutions in a responsible manner.
As for meetings with political leaders from the City Council, confirmed that continue studying with them as quickly and efficiently implement a care center for abandoned animals and are hopeful that their cost is included in municipal budgets 2009, which will soon begin to take shape.
Source: Asociación 4 Patas Jumilla