"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated" - Gandhi
CARA was formed in the year 2002 by a dedicated group of animal lovers determined to help the plight of animals in the Philippines.
We area non-profit, non-government organization that receives no city, state or federal funding; we rely solely on private donations.
CARA is a member of the Animal Welfare Coalition - collaborating to provide maximum welfare for all animals.
Click here to watch our video and learn more about CARA:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFBgOeCpm5A
re -in CARA nate
Eastwood City Walk 2
August, 7th 2010
3 pm - 6pm
- An Adoption Event for CATS
- Exhibition of paintings based on animal welfare by local artists
- Spay /Neuter information by Guest Speakers
MISSION & VISION
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Reduce pet overpopulation through our low cost spay/neuter clinic
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Provide veterinary consultations for low income pet owners
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Educate citizens, organizations & barangays about animal welfare and the rights of animals
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Promote compassion for animals and responsible pet ownership
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Prevent cruelty and abuse to animals
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Provide quality homes for our members rescues through our adoption program
I am not sure
who has written this letter. It has been circulating for some time on
various blogs so some of you might have read it. If you have not then
please read it. If you, or anyone you know are thinking of breeding,
wanting to buy a pet, are considering abandoning a pet or think "shelters" are safe
havens for animals
READ THIS LETTER A Letter from a Shelter Manager
ANIMAL POPULATION CONTROL
A pair of breeding cats & their offspring can produce 420,000 kittens over a 7 year period!
The Philippine government does not support Animal Population Control. Therefore we are burdened with the problem of run-away growth in the stray animal population; on almost every street corner you will see a stray animal struggling to survive. Spaying and neutering is not a well known procedure, and even then, the majority of people do not have the funds to be responsible pet owners. Our goal is to make spay/neuter services affordable to those who might not otherwise neuter their pets.
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Annual S & N figures |
Cats |
Dogs |
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2006 |
282 |
10 |
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2007 |
747 |
15 |
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2008 |
1097 |
50 |
2009
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1263
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52
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In 2007 the CARA clinic was established, the first dedicated low cost Spay & Neuter clinic in the country.
HUMANE EDUCATION
The Philippines is not a place to live if you are a local cat or dog, there's no sympathy on these streets.
Although banned in 1998 the cruel dog meat trade is still very much rife today. Cats are viewed the same as rodents; a nuisance to be deterred and eliminated. Newborn kittens are either killed, or dumped alive. Adult cats are poisoned, tortured or have to contend with boiling water being thrown over them.
The cruelty shown above occurred in affluent villages in the Philippines; contrary to popular belief, cruelty is by no means limited to the provinces.
At local schools we present a Humane Education Module which is aimed at promoting animal welfare in a fun but informative manner. In addition we teach about the importance of neutering pets, and the long term benefits to the animal and the community in general.
Hopefully by starting with the youngest members of the population, we can encourage a new generation of people that show compassion to animals.
A seemingly impossible task indeed, but a very important one for the progression of animal welfare in the Philippines.
OUR RESCUES
 Our focus is neutering to reduce the over
population. However we can't turn our backs on animals in need that we see on the streets. Most are in a very bad state, therefore requiring clinic stays and expert medical attention. Medical bills are always extremely high, the costs just mount up.
In the photo is Bowie, one of CARA member's latest rescue - read more about his plight here Rescues .
DONATIONS
CARA receives no government funding and is run by volunteers.
The plight of the stricken animals that roam the streets is
just dismissed by the majority, we urgently need
support to help these animals.
In order to meet the varying
requirements of our supporters, we have devised lots of ways you can contribute to the animals well-being. We hope you find one that
appeals to you. We appreciate your support
at whatever level is possible for you, every little helps! Please Donate 
KING
& PRINCESS TEES!
Looking for something
unique and special for the little King
or Princess in your life? These
adorable t-shirts for children are only P300. For sale at the CARA
clinic; all proceeds go to helping the animals of the Philippines.
 
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An interactive way of keeping up to date with CARA and animal welfare in general. Discussion groups, photos, rescues, adoptions and more.....
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