Monza. On Sunday 19 May, under a finally benevolent sun after days of incessant rain, the Monza Park welcomed the 30th edition of the “4 Steps on 4 Paws”. The event, dedicated to animal rights, recorded an unprecedented turnout: over 300 dogs registeredaccompanied by their families, and an impressive number of participants without animalsunited in the common cause of animal welfare.
Record turnout at the 4 Passi a 4 Zampe
The march, which began at 3.30pm, saw the participation of a river of people and animals. At the head of the procession, two state police officers on horseback have replaced the traditional Park Carabinieri this year. They followed dog unit officers with their dogs hey two ponies from ENPA of MonzaGigio and Castagna, mascots adored by adults and children.
Immediately afterwards, some marched guests of the Monza kennel: Abrakadabra, Vito and the puppies Lotus, Cyclamen, Azalea and Peony, who conquered everyone with their kindness. The procession, made up of dogs of all ages and sizes, wound through the avenues of the park on a shortened route, avoiding the areas still marked by the recent flooding of the Lambro.
A day of solidarity
“The massive participation was not just a demonstration of affectionor for four-legged friends, but also a sign of support for the battles for animal rights – say the ENPA volunteers from Monza and Brianza – Never like in this period has the issue of animal welfare been at the center of the debate, especially in response to government policies that seem to favor hunters and breeders to the detriment of wild and livestock animals”.
And they conclude: “heartfelt thanks to the State Police, the GEV and the Park Angels of the Park
Monza, to the Lissonese Green Cross, to ODV Veterinary Ambulances of Seregno and to Anna Tomain,
veterinary doctor from the Monza refuge who followed the entire event on board the vehicle
animal rescuers of the ENPA of Monza. With their participation they enriched and gave even more meaning
to this splendid event”
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