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SENATOR Grace Poe has pushed for the passage of a measure seeking to bolster standards for animal welfare and protection.In a privileged speech on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, Poe raised the need to beef up the country’s laws on animal welfare, which will establish a respectful coexistence with animals by improving their living conditions.She also asserted the need for a 'whole of community' approach to end animal cruelty and promote their welfare.
Poe urged the Department of the Interior and Local Government to include efforts to address animal welfare issues as one of the metrics for awarding the seal of good governance to a municipality.The senator mentioned several stories depicting the heroism of animals such as the dog, Yugo, who defended his human family from a snake attack in Panabo City, Davao. In Zamboanga, Kabang, a stray puppy adopted by a family, shielded the kids crossing the street from a vehicle.
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