October brought momentum for PEACEAnimals spay clinics across Bahía de Banderas. Las Aralias logged community donations, La Cruz welcomed early lines and local support, and Ixtapa drew a strong turnout over four days. The nonprofit also announced a leadership transition, with longtime clinic coordinator John Whitten stepping aside and Abraham “Abe” Galeana taking the helm. November dates are set, with Bucerías on the calendar and more events expected. The organization says community gifts keep free surgeries going for families and rescuers alike.
PEACEAnimals spay clinics
The latest update from PEACEAnimals shows steady progress across the bay. In Las Aralias, volunteers and veterinarians worked through heat and rain while families queued with pets. The clinic reported 6,890 pesos in on-site donations, a small number with an outsized impact on ongoing free surgeries. Organizers pointed residents to the group’s donation page and reminded readers that gifts keep mobile teams moving into neighborhoods that need them most. You can donate here.
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle saw another early-morning surge. People began arriving before sunrise to secure space for dogs and cats. Local businesses pitched in with food and supplies, and the venue at Preescolar Cri Cri offered room for surgery and recovery. The nonprofit credited a core vet team and first-time volunteers for keeping the flow moving across the weekend.
PEACEAnimals’ calendar shows Ixtapa hosting a four-day clinic in late October, reflecting the program’s pivot between Jalisco and Nayarit sites. The nonprofit highlighted a strong turnout there and thanked rescuers who help coordinate, foster, and rehome animals. Residents in other neighborhoods are encouraged to watch the schedule for dates and locations as the team cycles through the bay.
November schedule and what’s next
The organization lists San Juan’s plaza for early November and Bucerías from November 19 to 22 at the Biblioteca Rey Nayar. The calendar confirms Bucerías and notes additional cycles into 2026. As always, the group says staffing and venue availability can affect exact dates and hours, so checking the schedule before traveling is smart. PEACEAnimals spay clinics are free and first-come, first-served, with lines forming early at most sites.
A leadership change is also underway. After five years as clinic coordinator, John Whitten announced he is stepping down, citing “thousands of animals helped” and plans to continue as a volunteer and supporter. The role is being moved to Abraham (Abe) Galeana, described as energetic and experienced in clinics and community work. The group reiterated that sponsor gifts can underwrite specific locations and that donations—large or small—scale the number of animals reached each month.
