Upon receiving reports about alleged illegal breeders who sell dogs in the city, Angeles City Mayor Carmelo Lazatin Jr. immediately ordered members of the City Veterinary Office, headed by Dr. Christian Xyric Arcilla, to rescue puppies from illegal puppy breeders and sellers in Barangay Lourdes Sur.
Members of the Angeles City Traffic Development Office, led by Kiko Pangilinan, assisted the City Veterinary Office during the rescue operations.
Lazatin wants to ensure the health and welfare of the dogs that are being compromised by illegal sellers.
“The rescued dogs will be under the care of the City Veterinary Office and will be up for adoption once they complete their vaccines.”
Meanwhile, Chief Adviser IC Calaguas said that the rescued dogs will be under the care of City Veterinary Office and will be up for adoption once they complete their vaccines.
The mayor is appealing to the public to help the city government in identifying the illegal backyard breeders and puppy mills operating in the city.
He also asked the public not to patronage and buy from these illegal breeders and sellers.
“Breeding regulations are important. People who are using animals for business must check first if they are abiding with Republic Act 8485, or the Animal Welfare Act of 1998,” Lazatin said.
According to Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel, during the inspection, no proper documents were presented such as indication of proper vetting or veterinary care or records.
“Dog breeders and sellers must secure permits from the city government to ensure that animals are taken care of, have proper injections.”
Lazatin said dog breeders and sellers must secure permits from the city government to ensure that animals are taken care of, have proper injections to prevent the spread of rabies, and to ensure the welfare of the animals.
Members of the City Veterinary Office were also instructed by the mayor to crack down all the illegal breeders and sellers in the city.
Lazatin also issued a stern warning to illegal sellers and breeders — not in Angeles City.
