Mexico City Pet Adoption Event on July 16 at Glorieta de los Insurgentes

The Secretaría de Seguridad Ciudadana (SSC) and the Sistema de Transporte Colectivo Metro will host a free pet adoption event on Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00 hours at the Glorieta de los Insurgentes in Mexico City's Cuauhtémoc borough Source: Milenio. The event, titled "¡Métele un Gol a la Adopción!," is tied to the 2026 World Cup final festivities Source: Infobae.

Adoption Requirements

Interested individuals must bring:

• Valid ID (INE, passport, or license)
• Proof of address (less than three months old)
• Completed adoption form Source: Infobae

Animals from the Metro’s Centro de Transferencia Canina are delivered bathed, sterilized, dewormed, and fully vaccinated. After adoption, authorities conduct follow-up home visits to ensure the animal’s well-being Source: Infobae.

Activities and Donations

Prior to adoption, SSC and Metro staff will host soccer games and pull-up challenges where participants represent teams of dogs or cats Source: Milenio. Those unable to adopt can donate pet food, bowls, leashes, collars, blankets, or toys at the CTC location in Azcapotzalco Source: Infobae. Donors receive a "passport" and stickers Source: Milenio.