In celebration Of World Animal Day, fur parents hold their pets as a priest blesses them during a pet blessing ceremony at the Minor Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in New Manila, Quezon City.

PET BLESSING

Veterinarians and staff of the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) conduct neutering and spaying operations for pet dogs and cats at the PAWS Shelter in Quezon City Tuesday, February 27.

WORLD SPAY DAY

There's a special kind of magic that happens when you bring a dog into your life. From their wagging tails to their playful nature, dogs have a unique ability to infuse boundless energy into our daily routines. The magic of dog companionship goes beyond their adorable antics and wet-nose greetings - it's a powerful force that can truly transform our lives.

Get comfy with your dogs 

The city streets of the Philippines echo untold stories, not all of them human. As the sun sets and the bustling crowds recede, another populace emerges, one with four legs, covered in fur, often overlooked and underloved. Their silent chorus of yowls and barks tells a tale of the growing stray animal crisis in our urban areas. They're the unclaimed, the lost, the abandoned — dogs and cats  — with no homes, no families to adopt them, living on the fringes of  society.


Being a responsible Fur Parent: Dealing with stray animals in urban areas

An abandoned and dying aspin (short term for Asong Pinoy) from the province of Leyte is now living in Spain! 

Aspin from Leyte Goes to Spain!

In an effort to combat the rabies problem in the Philippines, veterinarians are urging the public to spay and neuter their pets.

Spay, neuter pets vs. rabies

PILAR, Capiz — In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage across social media and national news, a Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chairman from Barangay Blasco, Pilar, Capiz, is now asking for forgiveness after being implicated in the killing of a dog. 

SK Chair's Apology for Dog Killing Not Enough

In a fast-paced world filled with stress and demands, finding moments of solace and peace can be a challenge. However, there is a furry solution that has been proven to improve our physical well-being: pets. Beyond their companionship, our beloved furry friends offer something more profound - a form of therapy known as "fur therapy."

Improved well-being: thanks to our pets 

Iguanas “Greenie” and “Laila” are becoming the top-drawing attractions at the Malabon Zoo, as visitors and staff gamely pose for a photo with the two “dragons.” 

YEAR OF THE DRAGON AT MALABON ZOO

A few days ago, a trending video of golden retriever Killua’s owners finding their beloved dog dead inside a sack in a known dog slaughterhouse in Camarines Sur triggered the anger of netizens including politicians and celebrities.

Animals

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