Every April 29, Argentina celebrates Animal Day; a special date that aims to increase education and respect for animal rights. This date was born as a tribute to Ignacio Albarracín . Do you want to know who he was and what he has to do with the celebration of Animal Day in Argentina ? Keep reading.
How was Animal Day born in Argentina?
Animal Day was born as a tribute to Ignacio Lucas Albarracín who died on April 29, 1926 and who was a pioneer in the country in the fight for animal rights ; He called for the closure of the zoo at the beginning of the 20th century, promoted the Sarmiento Law and demanded that the Church enact respect for animals among its faithful.
He was affectionately known as "El Loco" for his unbridled love and constant defense of animal rights. He was born in Córdoba on July 31, 1850 and after graduating as a lawyer he decided to dedicate his life to the defense of animals. He was secretary of the Argentine Society for the Protection of Animals. From there, the fight against cockfighting, colt taming, bullfighting and bullfighting began.
All this led him to promote and promote the National Animal Law ; better known as the Sarmiento Law, which was enacted on July 25, 1891. On April 29, 1908, Ignacio decided to celebrate in Buenos Aires the first “Animal Party” that brought together girls, boys and the highest authorities of the capital. . Coincidentally, it was also on April 29 when this great human being passed away and therefore, it was decided to celebrate Animal Day in Argentina every April 29.