Healthcare for Both Ends of the Leash International
Caring for Pets and Their Owners Abroad
Our Clinical One Health efforts started at home, driven by one conviction: The health of our communities is powerfully connected to the health of ourselves and our pets. Because so many individuals in need will prioritize the care of their pets over their own, we offer unique clinics that provide medical treatment and preventative care to animals and their owners at the same time.
The local impact of our clinics inspired us to expand our services globally. People & Pets Project has proudly partnered with The Heart of Travel to take our mission to improve the health of individuals and their pets beyond our community and out into the world.
Healthcare International will be returning in June 2024! To learn more about volunteering for our June 2024 trip to Guatemala, please send an email to info@peoplepetsproject.org
Healthcare for people and pets in Guatemala
80
People received basic healthcare
101
Dogs were spayed/neutered
34
Cats were spayed/neutered
10
Local nursing students participated
Despite being one of its strongest economic performers, Guatemala has one of the highest inequality rates in all of Latin America. Rural and indigenous areas are particularly susceptible to high rates of poverty, malnutrition, and maternal-child mortality.
Alongside the economic challenges come high populations of stray and
feral dogs. These homeless animals rely on the streets for shelter and
food, presenting an ever-present hazard to motorists and a
heartbreaking sight for tourists and residents.
People & Pets Project of Guatemala
Through our work with healthcare providers and veterinarians who generously offer their time and expertise, we are able to provide both preventative and specialized care to people and animals in need. Our high-volume spay and neuter clinics service both pets and the dogs and cats living on the streets in an effort to humanely reduce the population of strays and promote the well-being of community members and animals alike.
Join our effort to support people and pets in need, at home and beyond.
Our work is made possible by your donations of resources, talent, and time. Find out more about how you can support One Health
for local and international communities.
Our next “Healthcare for Both Ends of the Leash” One Health Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, May 18. We will be holding it at Macon Area Habitat for Humanity, 690 Holt Ave., Macon. Our hours are 10am-12:30pm. Two pets per person. We look forward to seeing you there!
