MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has filed criminal cases against five veterinarians of Manila City pound before the Office of the Ombudsman for reported animal cruelty. PAWS also said they received social media reports that some animals were not euthanized but were left to die from illness or neglect. Under the 17-page complaint, PAWS called for the preventive suspension of the officials as well as disqualification from holding office. “Order the preventive suspension of the respondents while this case is being investigated to prevent them from using their power and positions to tamper with documents and other evidence, particularly at the Manila City Pound itself,” read the complaint. ADVERTISEMENTPAWS chief Anna Cabrera said animal cruelty must end, saying stray animals must still be treated humanely even inside pounds.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer August 29, 2020 13:07 UTC