The partner organisation ARPA, headed by Dr. Cris Lima, has established a professional network of animal welfare activists and veterinarians in the Coimbra region, whose success is impressive: The cats are in an excellent general condition and in case of illness they can be quickly caught and veterinary treated thanks to the trust built up. Nevertheless, the situation remains difficult when the financial means for castrations are lacking and the number of street animals continues to grow. The SUST will therefore increase its support for this exemplary project in 2020 and fully finance many hundreds of castrations.