By Liza Soriano
MANILA — Senator Grace Poe has issued a reminder to local government units (LGUs) not to neglect their duties regarding animal shelters during the observance of Holy Week.
This statement comes following a viral video on social media depicting instances of cats consuming deceased cats within a city pound.
“Recently, news surfaced of cats feasting on their fellow deceased felines within a city pound. If they were properly cared for, such occurrences should not happen and should not recur,” Poe remarked.
“Even during the Holy Week break, it remains the obligation of city pounds to supervise, feed, and care for the animals under their custody,” the senator added.
Poe emphasized that households also bear similar responsibilities in ensuring that their pets are attended to if they are away for the Lenten season.
The lawmaker recommended that if pets are left alone, they should be provided with ample food, water, and space to roam freely until their owners return.
(el Amigo/MNM)
