Since 2008, every year the animal welfare association HydraArk, in collaboration with the Hydra Municipality and the Greek Animal Welfare Fund (Animal Action), has invited owners to participate in Animal Action’s Equine Care Program, which brings a vet and ferrier to the to offer free veterinary medicine, dentistry, and ferrier care for donkeys, mules, and working horses.

Hydra Island cats! Embark on a photographical journey to the Greek island of Hydra in the Mediterranean Sea with this photo book—this island is a hot tip for all cat-lovers.

In May 2015, veterinary nurse and consultant Carol McBeth came to Hydra to give presentations about animal welfare to Hydra’s school children. Maria Karamitsou, a graduate in physical education specializing in horse riding, also gave presentations to the 1st primary school pupils on equines and their care.