Spend your summers lending a hand at these animal rescue centers in the Queen City of the South!
More than 30 million strays are in the Philippines’ streets, but there are only a few rescue centers and organizations in the country. Most of them are non-profit which makes it even a challenge to keep up with the expenses and manpower. So, if you are a Sugboanon who has a heart of gold and can allocate free time for strays or animals in need, then this list is for you!
Mayari Animal Rescue Organization
Also known as MARO, the Mayari Animal Rescue Organization is one of the biggest shelters in Cebu. Located at the heart of Guadalupe, Cebu City, the shelter is run by volunteers. As part of their rescue program, MARO also hosts fundraising events and activities in order to sustain the needs of their rescues.
OTHER INFORMATION & HOW TO GET THERE?
OTHER INFORMATION
- Operating Hours: 8AM to 5PM (please reach out for volunteer schedules)
- Contact Numbers: (+63) 998 206 6982 | (+63) 929 274-4220 | (+63) 961-663-4838
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MayariAnimalRescue/
- Email Address: [email protected]
- Website: mayarirescue.com
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Guadalupe, Cebu City, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Mayari Animal Rescue Organization – Guadalupe” as your destination.
Island Rescue Organization
Also a non-governmental organization that focuses on rescuing strays is the Island Rescue Organization or I.R.O. They conduct adoption drives around Cebu and also participate in activities held by malls for pet ownership awareness. And if you have used tarpaulins, pre-loved pet carriers, unused syringes, newspapers, and basins, you can donate them to IRO as they can be used for the animals they house in their shelter.
OTHER INFORMATION & HOW TO GET THERE?
OTHER INFORMATION
- Operating Hours: Always Open (please reach out for volunteer schedules)
- Contact Numbers: 09053416042
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/IslandRescueOrganization
- Email Address: [email protected]
- Website: iroislandrescue.org
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Cebu City, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Island Rescue Organization Cebu” as your destination.
Hope for Strays
Advocating on adoption and promoting animal welfare awareness are the goals of Hope for Strays. They help fundraise for animals in need of veterinary care especially strays and community dogs and cats. So, if you are in the position to help, Hope for Strays is more than happy to welcome either financial donation or a volunteering hand.
OTHER INFORMATION & HOW TO GET THERE?
OTHER INFORMATION
- Operating Hours: Always Open (please reach out for volunteer schedules)
- Contact Numbers: 09957696592 / 09199284377
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/hopeforstrayscebu
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Cebu City, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Hope for Strays Cebu” as your destination or reach out to their Facebook Page directly in order to know which veterinary clinic you can go to donate for the welfare of their rescues.
Cebu City Department of Veterinary Medicine and Fisheries
Located nearby SM City Cebu, the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Fisheries is part of Cebu City Government which focuses on overall animal welfare. They host free and low-cost spay and events, adoption drives, and even free vaccinations for all animals in Cebu and partner up with other group organizations such as SVET Rescue. You can also lend a hand in their shelter or donate goods for the wellbeing of their rescues.
OTHER INFORMATION & HOW TO GET THERE?
OTHER INFORMATION
- Operating Hours: Always Open (please reach out for volunteer schedules)
- Contact Numbers: (032) 401 0418
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068086819733
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Xiamen Street, Cebu City, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “DVMF Cebu” or “SM City Cebu”as your destination since their shelter is only nearby SM.
BONUS: Philippine Animal Welfare Society
Perhaps one of the biggest in the country, the Philippine Animal Welfare Society or PAWS is also a non-governmental organization advocating against animal cruelty. They also partner up with veterinary clinics for low-cost spay and neuter services for aspins and puspins. However, PAWS does not have a branch in Cebu, but they do still offer assistance and conduct events within the city.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Office Hours: 8AM to 5PM
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pawsphilippines
- Website: https://paws.org.ph/contact/
So, Sugboanons, schedule a visit to the animal shelters above now and help strays in need!
