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Pet remains dumped in Philippines, crematorium shut down

Dozens of cremated pet remains were discovered dumped in sacks in the Philippines, sparking public outrage and an investigation into a local crematorium. Animal rescue group Luna and Furry Siblings found the remains in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan province, which were allegedly disposed of improperly by a crematorium in Bacoor, Cavite province. The incident has prompted questions about the adequacy of the country's animal welfare laws. AI

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Pet remains dumped in Philippines, crematorium shut down

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Sam Beltran ·

    Outrage in Philippines as pet remains found dumped in sacks on vacant plot

    The discovery of dozens of pet remains dumped in sacks along a roadside in the Philippines has sparked public outrage and raised questions over whether the country’s animal welfare laws adequately protect pets after death. A pet crematorium in Bacoor, Cavite province – nearly thr…