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Free-roaming dogs in a coastal tourism destination

A practical approach to humane tourism

The CANDi Approach

Photo: Tracey Buyce Photography

A clear approach for tourism organizations that want to support humane care for free-roaming, stray cats and dogs while respecting local communities.

For destination leadership

Care for the places your guests choose to visit.

A considered approach to practical action and responsible communication.

Why it matters

Humane destination care is part of responsible hospitality.

The CANDi Approach helps tourism leaders make thoughtful decisions about guest communication, team practice, and responsible partnership.

Designed for decision-makers

Practical pathways. Local relevance.

CANDi provides clear participation, useful guest and team resources, and destination-specific pathways shaped around local priorities.

Five shared values

How CANDi works with tourism partners.

Five shared values guide CANDi’s approach to more humane destination care.

01

Humane Care

Recognizing free-roaming, stray cats and dogs as part of the destination experience and responding with care, safety, and respect.

02

Community Partnership

Working with the people and organizations trusted within the destination.

03

Sustainable Impact

Supporting practical programs and sustainable funding pathways that can continue beyond one visit or tourism season.

04

Responsible Tourism

Helping teams and guests make informed, respectful choices while they travel.

05

Destination Stewardship

Caring for the places tourism organizations and their guests help shape.

Listen. Learn. Improve.

CANDi’s approach is designed to remain responsive to the needs of each destination.