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Local authorities have recently awarded a contract for a new animal rescue and protection service. council In Estepona, we will increase the existing support in the area.
This plan aims to meet the increasing needs caused by the increase in feral animals, primarily dogs and cats. The plan focuses on their welfare, maintaining a policy of zero-euthanasia, promoting campaigns against abandonment and encouraging responsible adoptions.
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The contract covers the collection, housing, feeding and veterinary treatment of abandoned, neglected or stray dogs, cats, or other animals in the municipality. This contract includes management of feral cats colonies. Prior authorisation is required. This service operates every day throughout the year. It requires the contractor to always be available, 24 hours a days, including holidays.
This new arrangement builds upon the existing collaboration between the city and a canine home for the handling of animals found in the street or abandoned or mistreated. The expanded service meets the growing demand and is fully compliant with both the national Law 7/2023 of 28 March on Animal Rights and Welfare and regional Law 11/2003 of 24 November on Animal Protection and Welfare in Andalusia.
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Awarded for a budget of €253,000, the contract has an initial duration of two years, extendable annually up to a maximum of five years. The selected provider will also implement a computerized system that is accessible by the municipal health services, which allows for real-time management and monitoring of the services provided as well as tracking animal movements in the facility.
Since years, the council implements measures that aim to achieve zero abandonment and no euthanasia. The council has intensified its efforts since the national animal protection act of 2023 was passed. The council continues to work with local animal welfare organizations.
