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Dog and cat welfarePuppy mills Authorities in Costa Rica establish stronger controls on breeding and sale of dogs and cats

SAN JOSE—Costa Rican authorities have approved a vital new regulation that establishes stronger controls over establishments dedicated to the breeding and sale of dogs and cats. This regulation was

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Costa Rican authorities receive equipment donation to aid handling and care of companion animals in cruelty cases

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—Two Costa Rican agencies, the National Animal Health Service (SENASA) and the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ), received an equipment donation that will aid proper and safe

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Access to care for petsDog and cat welfare Nearly 100 pets receive free veterinary care in Tortuguero, Costa Rica

TORTUGUERO—Despite being diagnosed with heartworm disease, a cheerful dog named Pulgosin is showing steady improvement thanks to the treatment he received during free animal clinics organized in the

Costa Rican authorities train for efforts to combat cruel, illegal animal fighting

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—This month, Humane Society International/Latin America provided advanced training to Costa Rican government authorities and other animal welfare institutions to enhance their

Spay and neuter programs are helping street dogs in Costa Rican urban areas

SAN JOSE—A study of street dog and cat populations conducted by animal welfare organization Humane Society International in nine key areas in Costa Rica has revealed that animal numbers are starting