Leila de Lima calls for animal welfare laws after 29 pets found dumped in Bulacan

House Senior Deputy Minority Leader Leila de Lima has called for stricter animal welfare legislation following the discovery of 29 dead dogs and cats in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan.

The animal remains, which were reportedly found inside plastic bags, were discovered on October 30 by animal welfare advocates. De Lima described the incident as a despicable and inhumane act that caused significant grief to families who considered the pets members of their households.

In response to the incident, De Lima is urging Congress to prioritize the passage of the Animal Welfare Enforcement Act and the Revised Animal Welfare Act. She emphasized that stronger laws are necessary to ensure accountability and to prevent similar acts of cruelty in the future.