Adoption fairs are very common on the weekends around Rio de Janeiro, and they can be found in many parks, plazas and sometimes in shopping malls - Regularly organized by volunteer associations, these fairs are regularly announced by newspapers  and on animal protection facebook pages.

for those who wish to go a step further, it is also possible to volunteer and actively participate in the betterment of both the lives of animals in need, and of the institutions that care for them, as we posted on this page.

One good option for volunteering to take care of animals, or to look for a cat or dog to love and take care is SOZED, in Rio Comprido - Very dedicated to animal welfare, this volunteer association also offers veterinary services at accessible prices in order to maintain living conditions to the animals in the shelter - Those who wish to help, adopt a pet or look for veterinary services may contact sozed on their facebook page, or telephone +55 (21) 2273-8233.