Bucharest City Hall announced a free sterilization and microchipping campaign for mixed-breed dogs, as part of ongoing efforts to manage the city\u2019s pet population. The initiative is carried out by ASPA through weekly programs available to residents.<\/p>\n
Dog owners with a registered address in Bucharest can schedule appointments by phone during weekdays. Procedures are performed daily at a veterinary clinic in District 2 and on selected dates at a mobile veterinary unit in District 5.<\/p>\n
Sterilization procedures are available for dogs over six months old for females and eight months for males, with recovery typically taking between seven and ten days.<\/p>\n
The City Hall said the campaign aims to encourage responsible pet ownership and reduce the number of stray animals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n
The authorities also reminded residents that microchipping and registration in the national pet database are mandatory by law, while sterilization is required for mixed-breed dogs. Fines for non-compliance range between RON 5,000 and 10,000 (some EUR 1,000 – 2,000).<\/p>\n
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