Overview

• The adoption event featured over 30 dogs from shelters Aupa, Adopta un Perro Abandonado, and Modepran, many of whom were displaced by the October flood in Valencia.
• The flood disaster devastated the Carlet refuge, leaving numerous animals homeless and in need of care.
• Bioparc's event aims to promote adoption as the first choice for families while raising awareness about Spain's high rate of pet abandonment, the highest in Europe.
• The event included emotionally charged stories of dogs affected by the flood, such as one whose owner passed away during the disaster and remains in need of a family.
• Organizers emphasized the importance of educating the public on responsible pet ownership, stressing that adoption is a lifelong commitment.