Island Rescue Organization

Calling all dog lovers in Cebu! 🐾

The DSWD 7 - Central Visayas' Angel Pets Program is opening its second batch of temperament testing this coming May 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Area Vocational Rehabilitation Center II (AVRC), Barangay Labangon, Cebu City.

If you’re a proud fur parent of any breed and have ever dreamed of your dog becoming a doctor dog, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

Let your pets bring comfort, joy, and healing to others through this inspiring program.

Check out the qualifications below and see if your dog has what it takes to make a difference. 🐶💙

For interested fur parents and any inquiries, you may send an email to [email protected].

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Second batch for Angel Pets' application is now open. Screening is scheduled on May 15, 2026 from 9 AM until 5 PM, at the DSWD Area Vocational Rehabilitation Center Office in Labangon, Cebu City.

No prior certification or advanced training required! Your dog simply needs to:

✔️ Enjoy being around people
✔️ Be spayed/neutered (kapon) [disqualified automatically if unfixed - for strict compliance]
✔️ Be at least 2 years old
✔️ Be healthy and has up-to-date on vaccinations
✔️ Have a happy and placid temperament
✔️ Know basic obedience skills
✔️ Pass the Dr. Dog Temperament Testing and Examination

If your dog meets these qualifications, please register through this link: https://forms.gle/5dvbwEpcdWXZycNQ9

Background:

Early this month, 11 dogs, including 2 of IRO's rescued animals, were tapped as Doctor Dogs for DSWD's therapy program in the region, through the partnership with DSWD Field Office 7 - Central Visayas and Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). The expansion of this animal-assisted therapy initiative is geared to improve emotional wellbeing among vulnerable groups.

See story here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HDzd4cvqj/

EVERY STRIDE HELPS SAVE A RESCUE'S LIFE PROCEEDS BENEFIT ISLAND RESCUE ORGANIZATION

By joining the Paw-ty Run, you help fund life-saving medical treatments, daily care food, shelter, and recovery support for rescued dogs and cats

Don’t fur-get to register: https://www.finishlines.ph/.../paw-ty-run-registration-202

Let’s make it paw-some 🐶✨

It’s a blessed Tuesday 😻

Thank you, Bow & Wow – The All-Natural Pet Store, for your constant thoughtfulness. We’re so grateful! May more blessings pour in for your amazing team 🙏😇

🐶🐾 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝘼𝘿𝙊𝙋𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 🏡

Looking for a sign? This is it. 🐾

This Saturday, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, our lovable adoptables will be waiting to meet their future families. Each one has a story, a second chance, and a heart ready to love unconditionally. 🐶🧡

Visit us at Parkmall from 10 AM to 5 PM and find your new best friend.

A forever home can start in a single moment—make it happen this weekend.

2nd batch of Angel Pets coming this may. Stay tuned

For more stories :
GMA Integrated News
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/regions/984244/doctor-dogs-angel-pets-program-cebu/story/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRTpUdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFoaFdoRDBCOHIxd2syMTB3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpvUI5OpvUghwk5fNucl-gWy98B4XjfXrFY9mkClovkoin4PeF7fob3anBdT_aem_d_oEqO4WdF6_I2AtbAotqw

Daily Tribune
https://tribune.net.ph/2026/04/15/dswd-taps-11-dogs-as-doctor-dogs-for-therapy-program-in-cebu

𝗪𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝙃𝙞 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚, 𝙬𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘼𝙙𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚, April 25, 2026. 🐶😻🐾
We are hosting our bi-monthly Adoption Drive at Parkmall this Saturday, April 25, 2026. Please help our rescues find their new homes by providing transportation to Parkmall.
We are seeking volunteer drivers or fare sponsors.

The route is as follows:
Camp IRO Guba to Parkmall
Parkmall to Camp IRO Guba

𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧, 𝙖 𝙤𝙣𝙚-𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 1000 𝙥𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙨, 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙩 2000 𝙥𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙥. 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮 𝙖 𝙘𝙧𝙪𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙪𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨.😻🐶
𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝!🐾

To donate, refer to the following methods :
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• Chinabank - Island Rescue Organization-Subangdaku branch
Checking account #2890396715
• BPI Account Number (1199 1624 93)-Account Name (Carla Joy Salvacion)
• Paypal - [email protected]
• Gcash - 09267262950 - Carla Joy Salvacion
• Paymaya - 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru

Today we celebrate the birthday of someone truly special—Kuya Junrey.

More than just a caretaker, he is the heart of our shelter. His tireless hands feed, comfort, and heal, but it’s his boundless love for the dogs that makes every rescue feel at home. 🐾
Kuya Junrey, your hard work and compassion inspire us all. May this day bring you the same joy you give to every wagging tail and hopeful pair of eyes.

Happy Birthday! You are a blessing to our shelter family and to every furry friend who has felt your care. 🌟

🐾 Dog Parent Appreciation Day 🐾

Today we celebrate the incredible love, dedication, and joy that dog parents bring into the lives of their furry companions. Being a dog parent is more than feeding and sheltering—it’s about nurturing, protecting, and cherishing the bond that makes dogs part of the family.

At Island Rescue Organization, we witness daily the compassion and commitment of dog parents. Your devotion not only transforms the lives of your pets but also inspires others to adopt, rescue, and care for animals in need. On this Dog Parent Appreciation Day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you for being champions of animal welfare.

Let’s make this day a joyful reminder of the bond between dogs and their parents, and the positive impact responsible pet ownership has on our communities.

🌟 Help Pogi & Tereso Fight for a Second Chance at Life 🌟

On April 14, 2026, we first shared the heartbreaking news that our rescued dogs, Pogi and Tereso, were diagnosed with anemia.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BJPpyjwkf/

Since then, they have been bravely fighting, and thanks to your generosity, we have already raised ₱1,000 toward their medical care.

We are truly grateful to all the kind donors who gave their support last April 15 and 16—your compassion has brought hope to these two souls.

But their journey isn’t over. Their treatment requires ₱3,500, and we still need ₱2,500 to reach this goal. Every contribution, big or small, brings them closer to healing and a brighter future.

💖 Your continued support means the world—not just to us, but to Pogi and Tereso, who deserve this second chance at life.

👉Please continue to share, donate, and spread the word. Together, we can help them overcome this battle.

To donate, refer to the following methods :
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• Chinabank - Island Rescue Organization-Subangdaku branch
Checking account #2890396715
• BPI Account Number (1199 1624 93)-Account Name (Carla Joy Salvacion)
• Paypal - [email protected]
•Gcash 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru
• Paymaya - 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru. 🐶😻🐾

Thank you for standing with us, and thank you for standing with them.🐾

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible donor for generously settling the full bill for the month of April! 🙏

Your undying generosity and continued support mean the world to everyone at Island Rescue Organization. Because of your kindness, we can keep rescuing, rehabilitating, and protecting the animals and marine life that depend on us here on the island.

Thank you for believing in our cause and for standing with us month after month. Your support truly makes a lasting difference! ❤️🐾

Happy Birthday, Ate Annie!

Today we celebrate not just your special day, but also the kindness and tireless care you give to our rescues. Your heart and dedication bring so much comfort and hope to them—and to all of us. May this day be filled with joy, laughter, and the love you so freely give every day. You deserve to enjoy every moment, surrounded by gratitude and happiness.

Here’s to more birthdays ahead, more blessings, and more reasons to smile. Thank you for being such a bright light in our community. Enjoy your day, Ate Annie—you’ve truly earned it!