The closure of the Philippine Pet Birth Control Center (PPBCC) Foundation has left a significant impact on the animal welfare community in the Philippines, with many expressing their concerns and disappointment over the sudden decision.
A Call to Reconsider
Pet owners and animal lovers have come forward to call on the PPBCC Foundation to reconsider its decision to close its operations, citing the significant contributions the organization has made to the welfare of animals in the country.
- More than 200,000 cats and dogs have been neutered and spayed since 2017, with the organization offering subsidized neuter rates and free neuter outreach events to indigent pet owners.
- The PPBCC Foundation has been a driving force behind the Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs, inspiring numerous groups and individuals in the animal welfare community.
- The organization has been working tirelessly to make the spaying and neutering procedure accessible and affordable to local communities and barangays, particularly those who cannot afford the procedure in private veterinary clinics.
The PPBCC Foundation stated that its decision to close was triggered by renewed accusations of pets allegedly dying under its care, which it said was not due to neglect but rather underlying medical causes or owner actions.
“Each medical procedure carries risks, no matter how small or large, but this was still taken negatively and twisted to paint us as negligent and heartless,” the organization said.
Despite this, the organization acknowledged that the renewed accusations have resulted in hate and negative reactions towards the PPBCC Veterinary Hospital and its founder.
A Tribute to the PPBCC Foundation
The PPBCC Foundation has expressed its gratitude to the communities, entities, and individuals who have supported it since its establishment eight years ago.
- These supporters have enabled the organization to continue its mission to make the spaying and neutering procedure accessible and affordable to indigent pet owners.
- The PPBCC Foundation has also expressed its appreciation for the trust and support it has received from its clients, who have benefited from the organization’s low-cost neuter and spay procedures.
The organization has assured its clients that it will still accommodate the remaining clients who have already booked dates for their pets’ neuter and spay procedures.
A Message from the PPBCC Foundation
The PPBCC Foundation has also stated that it will continue to carry out its mission to make the Philippines a “stray-free country” and will share its surgical techniques with fellow practitioners. The organization has emphasized that its decision to close is not a reflection on its commitment to animal welfare, but rather a necessary step due to the negative reactions it has faced.
A Call to Action
The closure of the PPBCC Foundation has sparked a call to action from the animal welfare community, with many expressing their support for the organization and urging it to reconsider its decision.
- Many have taken to social media to express their disappointment and concern over the closure, with some even calling for the organization to be revived.
- Others have offered to help the PPBCC Foundation in any way they can, whether it be through donations or volunteering their time and expertise.
A Message of Hope
Despite the closure of the PPBCC Foundation, there is a sense of hope and optimism among the animal welfare community, with many believing that the organization’s mission will continue to be carried out by other groups and individuals. As one Facebook user said, “We will forever carry the mission we started and spread throughout the country, and we will share our surgical techniques with fellow practitioners.”
A Tribute to the PPBCC Foundation
The PPBCC Foundation has made a significant contribution to the animal welfare community in the Philippines, and its closure has left a significant void.
The PPBCC Foundation’s vision of making the Philippines a “stray-free country” is a noble one, and its closure has sparked a renewed focus on this goal.
A Call to Action
The animal welfare community is coming together to support the PPBCC Foundation and its mission, with many calling for the organization to be revived or for its mission to be carried out by other groups and individuals.
- By supporting the PPBCC Foundation and its mission, we can all contribute to making the Philippines a “stray-free country” and improve the lives of countless animals.
- Let us come together to support this noble cause and make a difference in the lives of our furry friends.
Conclusion
The closure of the PPBCC Foundation has been a significant blow to the animal welfare community in the Philippines, but it has also sparked a renewed focus on the organization’s mission and a call to action from the community. As one Facebook user said, “This is truly a loss to animal welfare.” However, there is still hope and optimism among the animal welfare community, with many believing that the PPBCC Foundation’s mission will continue to be carried out by other groups and individuals.
