Willing to feed a hungry stray in this time of need? Extend a virtual helping hand to any of these animal welfare organisations
Since the quarantine measures have been put into place, many of us pet owners have been going to great lengths to make sure our best friends’ needs are being met. One friend made a mad dash to her local grocery a day before lockdown to purchase things her dog might need. Another continues to scour social media channels in search of shops that have stocked up on a particular brand of kibble the family pet is partial to. I myself have gone the extra mile to provide for the furry friends I call my sons, pandemic or no pandemic.
In this time of crisis, animal welfare groups have been voicing out their concerns, asking for help. Many of these non-profit organisations rely on the kindness of donors and volunteers to keep their strays healthy and well-fed. While all it might take is a quick grocery run to keep our pets’ bellies full, the strays do not have such a luxury. As animal lovers, we can easily do our part from the safety of our own homes by extending a helping hand to these groups.
1. PAWS Philippines
With its shelter and vet clinic still closed in compliance with lockdown regulations, PAWS Philippines has been struggling to meet the food and medical needs of over 340 rescued animals and full-time caretakers. One can sign up on their website (paws.org.ph) to help out, where donations start at 300 pesos a month.