Be a responsible pet owner

I love cats! And I'm pretty sure that everybody knows that by now :) If I could take on 100 cats I would but unfortunately I do not have the proper house nor do I have the funds to do that. Animal population control is a serious problem here in the Philippines. I mean, how many times have we encountered news on animal cruelty and neglect?

Anyway, I'd like to share the news about a wonderful project headed by the UP Vet Med. Details and poster below:

The University of the Philippines College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (UP CVM, DVCS) in cooperation with the UP Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) will be having their 2^nd Free Spay and Neuter Day for cats and dogs on August 14, 2009. This event will be conducted at the UP Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Diliman from 8am to 5pm.

The program aims to promote animal welfare and responsible pet ownership through the control of unwanted breeding of cats and dogs in nearby communities. The program will be open to any individual who wishes to avail of the free neuter and spay of their beloved pets. At the moment, only one pet per client will be accommodated and on a first come first serve basis. In this regard, we are kindly asking your assistance in disseminating and relaying this event to potential clients who may be interested in this program.

Requirements are as follows:

1. Puppies and kittens should at least be six months old. Kittens younger than 6 months must weigh at least 1 kg.

2. All animals must be healthy.

3. Cat should be put in a carrier, 1 cat per carrier only. Dogs must be on leash.

4. Pregnant cats and dogs are okay depending on the stage of pregnancy.

5. Animals over 5 years old must first have their blood checked before surgery anytime between Aug 3-13 except Wednesdays, at the expense of the owner at a discounted price of 150.00, regular price is at 250.00.

6. Cats in heat are okay.

Animals with the following condition/s are NOT qualified and will not be operated on:

1. Dogs in heat.

2. Nursing cats and dogs.

3. Unhealthy animals.

4. Animals with only one visible testicle.

Number of animals per client:

Dogs: 1 female, 1 male

Cats: 1 female, 5 male

Interested parties may call UP at 927-8915, 928-5436 between 9:00am - 12:00nn, 1:00pm - 3:00pm for inquiries.

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