Clínica veterinária pública em Curitiba-PR: um espaço para a promoção da saúde e bem-estar

Abstract

With the increasing presence of cats and dogs in Brazilian families, the demand for specialized health care also increased. This demand is especially evident outside the private sector, as these are not affordable for low-income households and animal protection entities. With this problem in mind, this research presents the theoretical studies for the development of a Public Veterinary Clinic, to be implemented in the city of Curitiba, capital of Paraná. Another critical issue identified was the lack of architecturally designed spaces for this purpose. Most veterinary clinics and hospitals in Brazil are located in previously existing buildings, adapted for veterinary use and causing problems related to hospital hygiene. In addition, this research identified the absence of official documents that nationally standardize and guide the planning of medical and veterinary establishments, thus highlighting the subject’s need for specific regulations, as well as the importance of adapting spaces by species to promote health and well-being. The applicability of this theme today was examined through bibliographies, case studies, and similar equipment present in the implantation city. As a result, it was possible to determine conditions in the Municipality of Curitiba that helped to define the most suitable deployment area for the building’s needs, as well as the basic premises for serving the specific target: dogs and cats belonging to low-income families, NGOs, and independent protectors. Such understandings supported the conception and development of the architectural project.