CANDi (Cats and Dogs International)

01/07/2026

CANDi’s Leading the Way For Stray Animal Humane Tourism

CANDi is setting the global standard for humane tourism — advocating for policies, programs, and partnerships that protect stray dogs and cats in travel communities.

Together, we can build destinations where animals are safe, supported, and treated with compassion.

Join us to help be their voice.

01/06/2026

Adopt, Don’t Shop — Even When Traveling

Rescue dogs make incredible pets — loyal, grateful, and full of love. Millions of animals enter shelters every year, and adoption saves lives. Whether you adopt locally or meet your future best friend while traveling, you’re part of the solution.

CANDi advocates for adoption as a global humane tourism practice.

01/04/2026

Flight Escorts Save Lives

One of the biggest needs in tourism destinations is flight escorts — travelers who help rescued dogs reach their forever homes. It costs nothing, takes little effort, and saves lives.

To find out more, contact the local animal rescue group you are visiting.

CANDi advocates for expanding humane travel programs like this worldwide.

01/02/2026

New Year Message: A Kinder Tourism Future

As we welcome 2026, CANDi is committed to building a future where every travel destination is safer and kinder for stray dogs and cats. Through education, advocacy, spay/neuter programs, and partnerships with tourism communities, animal welfare groups and animal loving tourists, we’re creating sustainable change.

Thank you for being part of this movement.

12/31/2025

Tourists Have Power — Here’s How

Most travelers don’t realize how much power they have to help stray animals in the places they visit.
Simple actions
supporting spay/neuter clinics
choosing humane hotels
visiting reputable rescues
bringing supplies
or sharing what you learn ..create real, lasting change.

CANDi empowers travelers to be part of humane, sustainable solutions.

12/29/2025

The Truth About “Community Dogs” In Tourist Destinations

Many people believe street dogs and cats in tourism areas are “community animals” — fed by locals or watched over by businesses.

But the reality is different: without free or low cost spay/neuter and vet care, they reproduce, injuries go untreated, and the cycle of suffering continues.

Imagine being a local who loves animals but can’t afford surgery or vet care. Your dog has puppies. Those puppies have puppies. Soon, there are more animals than anyone can feed or protect.

CANDi advocates to the tourist industry for sustainable, humane solutions — spay/neuter, accessible vet care, and community support — to break the cycle.

12/27/2025

The Reality of Stray Animals in Tourism Destinations

In many tourism destinations, stray dogs and cats reproduce quickly because families and local caretakers often can’t afford spay/neuter or vet care. Without sustainable programs, animals multiply, injuries go untreated, and the cycle continues.

CANDi advocates for humane, long‑term solutions that break this cycle through accessible spay/neuter and community partnerships.

12/25/2025

Holiday Kindness

This holiday season, remember that your travels can make a real difference for stray dogs and cats in tourism destinations.

CANDi works with travelers, communities, and tourism partners to create humane, sustainable solutions — from spay/neuter programs to education and community support.

Kindness travels, and humane tourism starts with all of us.

12/01/2025

Protecting the Children
Did You Know? Children exposed to animal cruelty on the streets can be emotionally scarred, influencing their own behavior.

Your support for CANDi helps fund educational programs that teach children empathy and respect for animals. We're building a kinder future, one child and one pet at a time!

11/29/2025

The Abandonment Crisis
Did You Know? Abandonment and unregulated backyard breeding are major contributors to the stray crisis. Unhealthy or excess puppies and kittens are often callously discarded.

You can help stop the cycle of abandonment! By supporting organizations that provide safe surrender options and education on responsible breeding, you are promoting a culture of accountability. Last year, tourist donations funded 75% of our emergency rescue and rehoming efforts.

How Tourists Care: Never buy pets from unregulated breeders or street vendors. Adopt, don't shop, and support rescues that prioritize ethical rehoming.

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