Overview

• Día del Animal in Argentina commemorates Ignacio Lucas Albarracín, a pioneer in animal rights and founder of the Sociedad Protectora de Animales.
• The day aligns with Albarracín’s death on April 29, 1926, and highlights his role in enacting the 1891 Law No. 2786, which prohibited animal cruelty and hunting.
• Educational institutions across the country hold workshops, exhibitions, and adoption events to instill values of empathy and responsible pet ownership in younger generations.
• Current observances emphasize the urgent need to preserve native fauna and address threats like deforestation, illegal wildlife trafficking, and habitat destruction.
• The celebration reflects Argentina’s unique approach to animal welfare, differing from the global Animal Day observed on October 4.