CENTRO DE ACOLHIMENTO, REABILITAÇÃO E ADOÇÃO PARA ANIMAIS DOMÉSTICOS ABANDONADOS DO MUNICÍPIO DE VARGINHA-MG

Abstract

The abandonment of animals is a growing reality. In addition to being a mistreatment, exposing them to the risks related to zoonoses, it represents a threat to society in terms of health and health issues covered. Many non-governmental initiatives have been trying to alleviate this problem; however, the demand for rescues and accommodation of rescued abandoned animals is infinitely greater than the offers of shelter, even if temporary. The overcrowding of municipal kennels/catteries and protection shelters is an emergency problem and requires initiative to propose solutions. Thus, the objective of this work is to develop an architectural project for a shelter – a reception, rehabilitation and adoption center – for abandoned domestic animals in the city of Varginha-MG. It is justified, because, despite public, private and voluntary initiatives for this fight, there is still a large number of animals abandoned on the streets, as well as society's awareness of not abandoning and adopting, to the detriment of the Pets. Generally, the shelter and shelter structures for abandoned animals are improvised and, therefore, not adequate. Thus, the project is relevant, considering the need to build a suitable place for the promotion of reception, rehabilitation and adoption, considering the need for easy access and circulation of the city's population, at times of fairs where citizens are integrated into fairs. adoption. It is recorded that ‘union’ is the concept for the intended project, finding added value in the idea of biophilic architecture – a way of connecting nature and love. It is believed that biophilia applied to the landscape of the shelter spaces can generate a feeling of welcome for animals, creating a relationship of belonging with the place – which corroborates their rehabilitation, leaving them able to reintegrate into society, for example. responsible adoption.