René Higuita has been described as a “hero” on social networks after information released by the same former Colombia national team goalkeeper on the afternoon of Sunday, May 19, 2024.
Through your X account, Crazywho is also one of the most beloved characters in the national territory, published images of two pumas that remain on a farm near Yondó, in Antioquia. Higuita explained that the animals have killed several cattle in the region, which is why the owners of some properties in the area have expressed their desire to sacrifice them.
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However, the former soccer player assured that he has asked those who want to take this type of measure for time to find another solution other than taking their lives. For this reason, Higuita called on the Regional Autonomous Corporation of the Center of Antioquia, as well as the entities in charge of wildlife conservation to closely review the case.
In addition, the former Antioquia goalkeeper called on citizens to help share information and save the animals, which would also represent a risk for those who reside in that region of the national territory.
“These two pumas are on a farm near Yondó Antioquía, in the WSP group that we have, the farmers in the area say that they are going to sacrifice them since they have killed several cattle. I have asked for a little time to see if we can provide another solution, where there is no need to sacrifice these animals. I call on @Corantioquia or wildlife conservation entities to verify the case, I also ask them for help by sharing to see if we can find the right people to save the lives of these animals,” commented the Antioquian.
Once the publication went viral, the positive comments towards Higuita did not wait. In fact, There were Internet users who even nominated him as a strong candidate for the presidency of the Republic.highlighting its management so that the animals were not sacrificed.
An animal may be euthanized for public health reasons. In cases where the animal carries a contagious disease that represents a significant risk to other species or to humans, veterinary authorities may decide to euthanize it as a preventive measure. This is common in outbreaks of diseases such as rabies or bird flu.
Another common reason for slaughtering an animal is irreversible suffering. When an animal suffers from an incurable medical condition that causes pain and general deterioration in its quality of life, veterinarians may choose to euthanize it to prevent prolonged suffering. This decision is usually made after evaluating all possible treatment options.
Overcrowding, especially in animal shelters, can also lead to culling. In many animal control facilities, the capacity to house and care for all rescued animals is limited. When adoptive homes cannot be found for these animals, some shelters resort to culling as a measure to manage overpopulation and make room for new arrivals.
Finally, an animal may be euthanized for wildlife control reasons. In areas where certain species become invasive and cause significant damage to the environment or the local economy, authorities may implement population control measures that include culling. This is part of broader ecosystem conservation and management efforts.
