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Interinstitutional training in Aguascalientes to strengthen the well-being of companion animals

AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico – With the goal of ensuring better care and protection for companion animals in the state, the State Environmental Protection Office, known as PROESPA, in coordination with

Humane Journeys staff visit Animal Brigade, a mock mobile clinic in Aguascalientes, and a partner shelter in Holbox to plan for the 2026 Humane Journeys donor trip.
Mobile help, lasting impact: Humane World for Animals exceeds dog and cat treatment goal in Mexico

AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico— Last year, Humane World for Animals Mexico, then known as Humane Society International Mexico, established an ambitious goal: to provide care for more than 2,800 dogs and cats

Hurricane drill in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Dog hit by a car
Authorities and organizations prepare for hurricane season

MERIDA, MEXICO — In response to the increasing intensity of tropical weather phenomena affecting Mexico’s coasts, the organization Humane World for Animals, formerly known as Humane Society

Hawaiian spinner dolphin calf in the ocean
Mexico bans use of captive marine mammals for entertainment

MEXICO CITY―Humane World for Animals Mexico, previously called Humane Society International Mexico, welcomes the unanimous approval by the Mexican Chamber of Deputies of an amendment to the General

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Chiapas classifies animal cruelty as a crime: A historic step for animal protection in Mexico

CHIAPAS, Mexico—Chiapas is no longer the only state in the country without criminal penalties for animal cruelty. With the recent reform of its Penal Code, the State Congress of Chiapas approved the

dolphins performing unnaturally in captivity
Mexican Senate votes to end use of captive marine mammals for entertainment and moves one step closer to a ban

Humane World for Animals Mexico, previously called Humane Society International Mexico, welcomes the unanimous approval by the Mexican Senate of an amendment to the General Wildlife Law that would ban

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Local environmental agency and global animal protection group renew joint efforts to strengthen animal welfare in Mexico City

MEXICO CITY—Humane World for Animals Mexico, formerly called Humane Society International Mexico, and the Environmental and Territorial Planning Office (PAOT) of Mexico City have renewed their

Helping a community dog
Mexico City recognizes community animals and their caregivers in landmark law reform

MEXICO CITY—In a major development for animal welfare, Mexico City has revised its Animal Welfare law to officially recognize community animals—dogs and cats who live in public or communal spaces and

A matador thrusts swords into an exhausted bull in a bullfighting arena
Michoacán becomes the sixth Mexican state to ban bullfighting

MICHOACÁN, Mexico—In an historic move reflecting evolving societal values and animal welfare concerns, Michoacán has officially banned bullfighting, marking a significant step towards a more