Torrevieja Appoints First Municipal Veterinarian in Two Decades

On October 18, 2023, the city of ⁣Torrevieja officially appointed its first municipal veterinarian in more than 20 ⁢years, marking a ‍notable milestone in​ the local ⁣government’s commitment⁢ to advancing animal welfare. The‌ appointment of Beatriz Lloret Gómez comes as ⁣part⁣ of the recently ‌enacted Animal⁣ Welfare Law, ​implemented by the city’s Department of Animal Protection.

This long-overdue position was vacated for over two decades, and it is considered crucial for enhancing the city’s approach to animal-related issues. The temporary appointment was made ‌possible thru a ⁣partnership with the municipal job bank in Elche while a permanent selection process commences.

key Responsibilities and objectives

In her new role, Lloret is tasked with several priorities that​ aim ⁢to improve the welfare of animals across Torrevieja. Below⁤ are ⁢some of ​the key objectives outlined by the Department of Animal Protection:

• Public Awareness Campaigns: ⁢ Launching⁢ initiatives focused⁣ on ‌sterilization, animal identification, and ‌disease prevention.
• citizen Education: Developing programs to raise awareness about animal abandonment and mistreatment.
• Encouraging Adoption: implementing strategies ⁢to promote responsible adoption of companion animals.
• Management of ​Feline Colonies: Creating specific programs to‍ control the local stray cat ‍populations.

Additionally, Lloret is expected to establish ⁤protocols for assisting animals in emergency situations and to devise action plans for natural disasters, pandemics, or other crises.

Immediate Priorities

Lloret’s immediate focus will be overseeing the construction ‌of the new Municipal Animal Shelter, a project that will resume shortly. ‍Moreover, she will review and implement a new Municipal ⁣Ordinance on animal welfare, which⁢ is currently in the advanced drafting stage, and work toward legalizing the stray cat colonies within‍ the municipality.

commitment to Animal Welfare

The appointment of Torrevieja’s first municipal veterinarian ‌underscores the city’s commitment ‍to animal protection and aligns with the new standards‌ set by national legislation. With thes ​steps, the local government aims to create a safer, more responsible⁤ surroundings​ for both domestic and stray animals.

The efforts initiated by Beatriz Lloret and the Department of Animal Protection signal a new era for animal welfare in Torrevieja, setting a precedent for other municipalities to ⁤follow.

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