Rickettsia—specifically Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF), which is the primary rickettsial disease in northwestern Mexico—is a severe public health concern in Sonora. The state frequently leads the country in both total infections and fatality rates. The statistics vary slightly year-by-year depending on weather, humidity, and local tick populations, but recent data outlines the following annual…

Bringing a pet from Mexico into the U.S. involves specific federal requirements that were significantly updated in late 2024 and 2025. While Mexico is considered a low-risk country for dog rabies, a new screwworm alert has added a specific requirement for all dogs entering from Mexico as of late 2024. The following reflects the requirements…

The Hidden Population: Understanding the Stray Crisis in Guaymas, MX If you’ve ever walked the vibrant streets of Guaymas or watched the sunset over the marinas of San Carlos, you’ve likely encountered them: the “streeties.” With soulful eyes and wagging tails—or sometimes a cautious, limping gait—these dogs and cats are as much a part of…

Laws concerning stray (street) animals in Mexico have shifted away from “capture and euthanize” policies toward a model of coexistence and community care. As of early 2026, the legal framework differentiates between “abandoned” animals and “community” animals. 1. Recognition of “Community Animals” (2025) A major shift occurred in 2025, starting in Mexico City and spreading…

DOGS: When you spay or neuter a single stray dog, the number of “future dogs” avoided is staggering because the impact is exponential. You aren’t just stopping one litter; you are stopping the generations of puppies those puppies would have produced. According to data often cited by the ASPCA, the ripple effect looks like this:…