CAVITE – Three cats died while three others were rescued after being locked for weeks inside a rental apartment in Barangay Salcedo 2, Noveleta, without food, water, or care. A post from the Bataan Animal Welfare Society (BAWS) on Aug. 12 said the cats ' owners are a couple who were not...
BAUANG, La Union — The Bataan Animal Welfare Society is seeking assistance from animal welfare advocates and concerned residents in locating two dogs reportedly seen in Bauang, La Union. The group said the exact location of the dogs remains unknown. The original report was submitted anonymously,...
When the waters rise, even the city’s four-legged residents need somewhere safe to go—and in Quezon City, rescued animals now have a place of refuge. A Pet Evacuation Area in Barangay Bagong Silangan had sheltered 64 pets rescued from areas still affected by floods as of Monday, Aug. 10. Set...
BACOLOD CITY – An animal welfare group assisted a dog injured by a dart arrow in Barangay 8 here on Thursday. A video of the dog with a dart arrow, believed to have hit his bone, went viral on social media, and garnered reactions from pet owners and netizens. Animal welfare non-government...
BACOLOD CITY – A 38-year-old farmer died after he was attacked by his carabao in Barangay Quiwi, Hinigaran, Negros Occidental on Thursday, July 30. Police identified the victim as Ronald. Investigation disclosed that his live-in partner was fetching water when she heard someone screaming and...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said Wednesday, July 29, that it would intensify investigations and law enforcement operations against animal welfare violations following a new agreement with the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) to strengthen coordination and train police officers in handling...
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A South African couple found themselves in a rare situation when they witnessed a humpback whale “supergroup” consisting of nearly 300 of the giant marine mammals gathering together. It 's an indication, scientists say, of how some whale species '...
A woman who survived stage 3 colon cancer 15 years ago has found a new purpose: feeding and caring for stray animals after a heartbreaking encounter with a dying dog outside her home. In an interview with the Manila Bulletin, Cherrie Lyn Arcio said her mission began on Jan. 17, 2024, when she...
BAGUIO CITY – The City Veterinary and Agriculture Office (CVAO) has renewed its strong condemnation of the illegal dog meat trade following the arrest of a man allegedly caught slaughtering three dogs. CVAO head Dr. Silardo Bested said the city government remains committed to enforcing Republic...
The country’s meat imports grew 12 percent in the first half of 2026 to more than 870,000 metric tons (MT), as pork purchases from abroad climbed sharply to meet strong domestic demand. The latest Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) data showed that meat imports from January to June reached 872,274...
SAN CARLOS CITY, Pangasinan – A pet cat was fatally shot in Barangay Coliling here on Sunday, July 19. The feline’s owner – Jeremy de Guzman, 25 – is preparing to file legal action as investigation on the incident continues. De Guzman said he reported the incident to the police before the...
GAPAN CITY, Nueva Ecija – Two puppies died after their owner, an elderly man in Barangay San Vicente here, allegedly tossed them onto a concrete road during an argument over dog feces and noise with his neighbor last week. The suspect was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when the incident...
