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Animal cruelty continues in Baguio, Benguet

Angel Castillo by Angel Castillo
September 17, 2024
in Cordillera, Lifestyle
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Even as Baguio City is tightening its net against animal cruelty after having recorded more noted incidents of cruelty compared to the prior years, with the butchering of at least three dogs in a La Trinidad residence caught on camera last week having provoked legal action from animal welfare groups in the province.

 

The group, Furvent Animal Rescues, Foster, and Adoption, plans to file charges against those involved in the brutal act.

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Furvent had also previously threatened legal action in early June over a similar case of animal cruelty recorded in Baguio City, which was also caught on camera and shared with authorities, leading to the arrest of a 52-year-old Baguio local.

 

At the same time, Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong had already issued an order for the stricter inspection of food establishments suspected of engaging in the illegal dog meat trade.

 

The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) has recorded five cases of animal cruelty this

year, despite the strict provisions under The Animal Welfare Act of 1998, or Republic

Act No. 8485, as amended by RA 10631. During the same period last year, three cases

were tallied in the city.

 

Reports indicate that the cases involved the use of dog meat as “pulutan,” a dish

served alongside alcoholic beverages. While the cultural nuances surrounding dog

meat consumption are acknowledged, complying with national laws that promote the

humane treatment and responsible care for all animals is paramount.

 

RA 8485, as amended by RA 10631, prohibits cruelty against and the killing of animals. It also prohibits neglect and abandonment, the illegal trade of animals, animal fighting, animal experimentation without permits, and breeding without proper care.

 

While Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has ordered the intensified

implementation of the act, BCPO City Director, PCol Francisco B Bulwayan,

Jr., calls for public cooperation. 

 

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Angel graduated with a bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of the Philippines Baguio. As somehow still the youngest on the team, he writes on mental health and well being, and the millennial’s point of view.

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