The overpopulation of stray animals is a growing global concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that there are nearly 200 million stray dogs worldwide, with an even higher number of stray cats. These massive numbers pose a serious concern for animal welfare, as many strays struggle to find food, water, and shelter. The lack of medical care leads to high mortality rates, especially among puppies and kittens. Additionally, the overpopulation of stray animals increases the risk of public health issues such as rabies and other zoonotic diseases. In some regions, this has led to inhumane culling practices as a misguided attempt to control disease spread (FOUR PAWS, 2024).

According to the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), the Philippines faces a challenge in the overpopulation of stray animals, It is estimated that stray dogs have a population of 12 million, while a single female cat is responsible for reproducing a colony of 30 feral cats within a year. These massive numbers of strays could be alarming and pose a significant problem to animal welfare. It raises a serious risk for public health concerns such as rabies and other zoonotic diseases (Zaldarriaga, 2024).

Collaborating with animal shelters, veterinary professionals, and community volunteers, Strays To Saves will rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome homeless animals and educate the public about ethical pet ownership and animal welfare. Moreover, through vaccination drives, adoption events, and rescue missions, we ensure that the number of stray animals is reduced and that they are given the life they deserve.