The Mayor's Office of Bogotá and the District Institute for Animal Protection and Welfare (IDPYBA) are providing free veterinary services for pets [1, 2].

These initiatives aim to reduce the population of stray animals and prevent disease outbreaks in the Colombian capital. By removing financial barriers to essential care, the city seeks to strengthen a culture of respect and care for animals [2].

The program includes two primary components: a vaccination campaign and a sterilization drive. The vaccination effort focuses on providing essential medical care for dogs and cats [1]. While the specific dates for the vaccination drive were not detailed in the reports, the city has previously highlighted the need for accessible preventative medicine [1].

Separately, the city has launched a sterilization campaign specifically for dogs and cats [2]. This initiative offers more than 6,000 available slots [2]. These services were scheduled to take place during November and December of 2025 [2].

The IDPYBA manages these operations to ensure that pet owners in Bogotá can access professional medical services without cost. The city's approach combines immediate health interventions, such as vaccines, with long-term population control through sterilization [1, 2].

Local officials said the goal is to promote the general health and well-being of the city's pet population [2]. The program targets both dogs and cats to address the most common domestic animal needs in the urban environment [1, 2].

“The city provides free vaccinations and over 6,000 sterilization slots.”

This initiative reflects a public health strategy to manage urban animal populations and prevent zoonotic diseases. By providing free sterilization and vaccination, Bogotá is addressing the root causes of stray animal overpopulation and public health risks, shifting the burden of animal welfare from private owners to a structured municipal support system.