ÉS RESPONSAVEL POR AQUILO QUE CATIVAS: CONSCIENTIZAÇÃO SOBRE POSSE DE ANIMAIS DE COMPANHIA EM CAMPOS BELOS – GO

Abstract

The number of stray animals in cities and the risks inherent to abandonment are increasing. This experience report from the extension project “You are responsible for what you captivate: awareness about ownership of company animals in Campos Belos-GO”, aimed to carry out this action with children from the 3rd to the 9th grade of elementary school in public and private schools in the city about responsible ownership of companion animals to reduce abandonment and abuse. Lectures were held in a language understandable to children, addressing sensitivity and animal behavior; essential care; castration; zoonoses; animal suffering; rights of animals and legislation on mistreatment and the inherent responsibility of guardians. It was requested to children's attention and understanding of the topic. The children's attention and understanding was interesting about responsible ownership to reduce animal abandonment. This action culminated with a visit to the OPA-Animal Protection Organization that operates in Campos Belos - GO and carrying out a campaign to collect food to help her.