Written by: Sandy Pearl Love Month, Not Just Couples’ Month February is often called the month of love. Everywhere we look, love is framed as something shared between two people—partners, couples, lovers. But what if love is bigger than that? Because while flowers wilt and chocolates disappear, the love we give—especially to those who have […]
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Written by Railen Navalete We all love animals in one way or another. Whether it’s our dogs making sure we feel safe at home, or our cats making us laugh with their weird tricks, they’re more than just pets — they’re family. You might remember being told as a child, “Mahirap mag-alaga ng aso o
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Written by Chloe Champo Several alarming incidents of animal cruelty, neglect, and abuse have recently made news headlines in our country. It is incredibly disheartening to see a world so cruel to living beings that are so pure of heart. When the voiceless are the ones suffering from cruelty, we must intervene and help them
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Written by Chloe Marie Champo Every year, thousands of stray cats and dogs are lined up by local authorities and pounds to face mass euthanasia. While they claim that it is done in the name of population control, we can all agree that killing animals does not solve the problem—in fact, it perpetuates it. At
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Written by: Railen Navalete Street cats—we see them almost everywhere: in our neighborhoods, schools, offices, and other spaces we pass by in our everyday lives. Street cats tend to get a bad reputation but at the end of the day, they’re just cats that are trying to survive like the rest of us. Majority of
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Written by Mica Tolentino Every pet parent knows how curious our furry friends can be: whether it’s a sneaky nibble from the dining table or an innocent sniff at a new plant, cats and dogs love to explore the world through taste. Our homes may feel like the safest place for our pets, but did
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August 18 is National Aspin Day, a day to celebrate the native dog of the Philippines, the Asong Pinoy or Aspin. Aspins are mixed-breed dogs that are known for their resilience, adaptability, and loyalty. They are often seen as stray dogs or unwanted pets (Source: Discrimination of Aspin Dog Breed in the Philippines), but they
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I am a socially awkward person. Interacting with people I have just met is not an easy task for me. What should I say? How do I act? Those are just some of the questions that can run through my mind when faced with the situation of having to chitchat with a new acquaintance. Not when you
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Cats are frequently portrayed in popular culture and the media as selfish, careless, and self-centered house pets. These depictions are exaggerations of stereotypes about our feline friends. Cats, in reality, have a wide range of personalities and behaviors, and they frequently form strong bonds with other pets and their owners. Most cats are highly social
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drybrush, an amazing online gallery that showcases artworks by Filipino contemporary artists, has partnered with CARA Welfare Philippines for “Paws for a Moment.” Launched on January 27th, 2023, “Paws for a Moment” spotlights pieces that feature nature and the creatures that inhabit it with us. Ranging from quirky to wistful, these selected pieces will be
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Sheila has one of the kindest faces we’ve ever seen in a cat. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance pet, Sheila is a good choice. She is not the kind of cat that demands attention. She is quite content with having her own space. She barely meows, unless she wants something. When she’s hungry, she’ll
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Rico is one of CARA’s kittens. He is a ball of energy who loves to run, jump around and play all days like kittens usually do. He knows how to entertain himself; all he needs are lots of toys. Rico is a brave little one who doesn’t mind being around big cats, as long as
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