Keith Woolford Posted March 10, 2018 Share Posted March 10, 2018 The headline of this article is misleading. In my opinion, the statistics mentioned show that there are more reports of animal abuse, which doesn't necessarily mean more abuse. I believe the numbers demonstrate that there is a higher public awareness and response to the problem, due to the enactment of the Animal Protection law a few years back. Animal abuse increased in Panama Yelly Bernal Wed, 03/07/2018 - 14:16 Regrettably this is a fact for many; a human act that transforms love into crime; a story that raised the voice of dozens and put two animals’ lives at risk; an act that is repeated daily. The scene: the Veraguas terminal; the fact in question and a passenger whose luggage wa peculiar. Two canine hikers packed in plastic bags, tied with wire around the neck to prevent their mobility. Passers-by and passengers alike were alarmed and made the odyssey those dogs were living viral as a demonstration of solidarity. As if it were not enough and did not represent a violation of the treaties established by the Humane Society, the owner of the vehicle unit authorized for animal transportation will now have animals travel in the upper part of the vehicle, exposing them to any accident. According to the figures contributed to TVN by Duna Salamín, head of Animal Welfare of the Municipality of Panama, the number of complaints related to animal abuse has increased. In the last three years, the authority has received 754 complaints, which in turn have generated 504 inspections, 212 adoptions and 111 seizures. In Panama there are no animal shelters but instead adoption houses that represent a safe alternative for animals that have suffered any kind of abuse. The channels that are available for the community to report irregular situations or to leave evidence of an event linked to animal cruelty are: the portal www.mupa.gob.pa, the email bienestar.animal@mupa.gob.pa or calling to the telephone number 311. http://www.panamatoday.com/panama/animal-abuse-increased-panama-6370 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted March 10, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted March 10, 2018 1 hour ago, Keith Woolford said: According to the figures contributed to TVN by Duna Salamín, head of Animal Welfare of the Municipality of Panama, the number of complaints related to animal abuse has increased. In the last three years, the authority has received 754 complaints, which in turn have generated 504 inspections, 212 adoptions and 111 seizures. Well, it is moving in the right direction. More public awareness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted April 8, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted April 8, 2018 Animal Abuse in Panama/Where to report it! http://www.panamatoday.com/life-style/animal-abuse-increased-panama-6370 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Moderators Moderator_02 Posted April 8, 2018 Moderators Share Posted April 8, 2018 50 minutes ago, Two4Paws said: Animal Abuse in Panama/Where to report it! http://www.panamatoday.com/life-style/animal-abuse-increased-panama-6370 This news article provides three channels for the reporting of perceived animal abuse. Quote The channels that are available for the community to report irregular situations or to leave evidence of an event linked to animal cruelty are: the portal www.mupa.gob.pa, the email bienestar.animal@mupa.gob.pa or calling to the telephone number 311. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Woolford Posted April 8, 2018 Author Share Posted April 8, 2018 1 hour ago, Moderator_02 said: This news article provides three channels for the reporting of perceived animal abuse. Unfortunately, that contact info is for the City only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Moderator_02 Posted April 8, 2018 Moderators Share Posted April 8, 2018 1 hour ago, Keith Woolford said: Unfortunately, that contact info is for the City only. Any suggestions as to what Boqueteños should do in this situation? Contact their local corregiador? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvadores de Animales Posted April 8, 2018 Share Posted April 8, 2018 Salvadores de Animals can assist you in these situations. We have bilingual volunteers who will help you navigate the system. We are familiar with the authorities and the laws protecting animals in Panama. Do not hesitate to contact us. We will determine if any laws are being broken. If no laws are being broken, we will work with the owners to try to make the situation better for the animal. Our goal is not to just take animals, but rather to educate owners and give them a chance to rectify the situation. Contact us at saldeapanama@gmail.com 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted April 8, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted April 8, 2018 1 hour ago, Salvadores de Animales said: Salvadores de Animals can assist you in these situations. We have bilingual volunteers who will help you navigate the system. We are familiar with the authorities and the laws protecting animals in Panama. Do not hesitate to contact us. We will determine if any laws are being broken. If no laws are being broken, we will work with the owners to try to make the situation better for the animal. Our goal is not to just take animals, but rather to educate owners and give them a chance to rectify the situation. Contact us at saldeapanama@gmail.com Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogCamp Boquete Posted April 9, 2018 Share Posted April 9, 2018 DogCamp is helping to the Community! Today we had a meeting with the Corregidores and the Police at the event in the town, many people who loves the animals were there. The authorities are happy to help. We gave to them copies of the law, and talked about how we can continue working together. The last week we rescued a dog with the help of the Corregidores and the police. DogCamp could help and solved the problem in five days. The people who asked for help told to us that nobody, any group could help the dog during eight months. Now the dog is in a foster of the Fundation Angeles con Colita who works with DogCamp rescuing, teaching in many schools in Boquete and David and explaining to the owner the importance of Spay and Neuter their animals. Contact us: 65638686 / 69659423 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators - Pet Care Pet Moderator Posted April 9, 2018 Moderators - Pet Care Share Posted April 9, 2018 Thank you! Your work is appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottie Atwater Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 On 4/8/2018 at 4:11 PM, Salvadores de Animales said: Salvadores de Animals can assist you in these situations. We have bilingual volunteers who will help you navigate the system. We are familiar with the authorities and the laws protecting animals in Panama. Do not hesitate to contact us. We will determine if any laws are being broken. If no laws are being broken, we will work with the owners to try to make the situation better for the animal. Our goal is not to just take animals, but rather to educate owners and give them a chance to rectify the situation. Contact us at saldeapanama@gmail.com Great work! Thank you for all you guys do! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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