Dr. Gay Z. Pallar, Acting City Veterinarian, also shared that a total of 1,215 cats and dogs were given free castration in 2025 under the same program.
To avail of the free castration service, the public is advised to coordinate with their barangay officials.
βAng atoang sistema ana is ang barangay muipon siyaβg mga 30β50 heads nga cats and dogs na subject for castration then i-request ang city vet for schedule. Free na siya β Pallar explained.Β
The officeβs welfare program also includes a rehabilitation and adoption program that started last year 346 cats and dogs were rehabilitated, and 26 were successfully placed in new homes.
The CVO also continues to urge Dabawenyos to be responsible pet owners and have their pets vaccinated against rabies. Dabawenyos are further reminded to not abandon their pets on the streets, as well as to ensure that they are able to provide for and take care of the life that they take in.Β
βI encourage all Dabawenyos, especially pet owners to be committed to their petβs lifelong physical, emotional, and medical needs going beyond basic food and shelter,β Pallar emphasized.
βDapat pabakunahan nila ilang mga furbabies, ipa-check-up and ipa-neuter. Our City through City Vet is giving, extending that for FREE of charge. We should create a safe environment for our pets by understanding our local laws and financial commitments ,β she added. CIO
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