October 16 is recognized as Global Cat Day. In celebration, Hard Rock Cafe Manila hosted a cat awareness, behavior, adoption and welfare seminar that was held from 1pm – 4pm with featured veterinarian speakers and feline experts.
The free admission seminar touched on various issues and topics such as the Health of Cats and Kittens, Diet and Nutrition, Grooming, Helping and Saving Stray Cats and other important matters.
Special speakers and guests included Dr. Apol Guimpayan of Makati Animal Medical Center Inc., who talked about health of cats and kittens; Zoetis PH’s Dr. Ariel Poliquit who shared about cat behavior; Dr. Joan Lumabiang whose topic was about different types of cats and their various coats and colors; Ms. Lala Ursal who spoke on grooming; Biyaya Animal Care’s Ms. Rina Ortiz who discussed helping and saving stray cats and Dr. Tat Reano of Broadchem Philippines Biopharma Corporation whose talk was centered on core vaccinations, deworming, spaying and neutering.
It was a wonderful afternoon knowing more about these adorable fur babies while having fun connecting with cat owners and the like!
Hard Rock Cafe Manila and Makati’s Director of Operations, Mr. Clintbrian Peck says “As we celebrate Global Cat Day and Animal Day, it’s timely that we raise awareness about the well-being and health of our feline friends and cats and the significance of their contribution to our environment. It is also important to educate cat owners to know more about these cute furry friends. Our aim is also to give them a chance to live a happy and secure life by adopting them. These little but smart creatures have been living as family members in many homes. Hard Rock Cafe Manila and Hard Rock Cafe Makati are supporting and helping stray cat communities and cat associations in the country as part of our philanthropic and advocacy. I believe we must love all cats, pedigree, or non-pedigree. We must respect them and be kind to them. The health and well-being of cats and pets must come first. As a cat owner, we want to have healthy, happy cats that fit our lifestyle, and the relationship should be rewarding for both cats and humans. Owning a cat is a big responsibility. Adopting one is a lifelong commitment that is both enriching and fulfilling. It is challenging sometimes but well worth the time and effort. Nothing is more enriching in life than the love and nurturing humans can provide for animals and vice versa. Just make sure you are a responsible pet owner, well aware of how owning an animal will change your life in many ways. Every cat, strays or non-strays, deserves a loving home, and every home deserves the joy of owning a pet, especially a rescued one. May this Global Cat Day bring more Meows and Purs your way. It was a day for all cat parents and cat lovers to add love to their best companion Happy Global Cat Day to all.”
The Bistro Group, under which belongs Hard Rock Cafe, is an advocate of animal welfare. Bistro Fur Friends has grown into a dedicated movement committed to rescuing, healing, and finding loving homes for disadvantaged dogs and cats.
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