Stray cats pose a significant challenge, not only in the local ecosystem but also to the health and safety of the people within the community. These cats, while surviving in the wild, can be potential carriers of rabies and feline panleukopenia, which can spread to humans and other animals alike. Implementing a free vaccination and Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return(TNVR) program will significantly reduce these risks, protecting both the strays and the local community.

The city government can play an influential role in addressing this issue by funding veterinary services, as well as engaging and encouraging barangay communities to effectively manage the stray cat population. Investing in vaccines and sterilization procedures can curb the spread of diseases, prevent cats from living with life-threatening diseases and control the population of strays.

Enriquez, M. (2022). Partners, not pounds: There is more to animal welfare than rounding up strays [Photograph]. Philstar.com.

According to statistics by the Philippine National Rabies Prevention and Control Program, rabies alone accounts for hundreds of death annually. Vaccinating stray cats will curtail such preventable diseases, helping safeguard public health. Moreover, a TNVR program has been proven to stabilize and reduce stray cat populations over time in various cities in the globe, such as Istanbul and Tokyo. This helps in maintaining a healthy environment and reduce the negative impacts on the local ecosystem.

Pasig City's unique environmental profile offers an excellent opportunity to become leaders in humane animal population management. Bh launching this program, the city can set an example for neighboring regions and potentially inspire nationwide change.

You are urged to sign this petition and support the call for free vaccination and TNVR program for stray cats in Pasig City. Let's work together to create a safer and healthier community for humans and animals alike.