Island Rescue Organization
IRO is a non-profit organization composed of volunteers dedicated to helping the plight of animals
23/04/2026
Calling all dog lovers in Cebu! ๐พ
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 youโre 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. ๐ถ๐
For interested fur parents and any inquiries, you may send an email to [email protected].
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22/04/2026
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:
โ๏ธ Enjoy being around people
โ๏ธ Be spayed/neutered (kapon) [disqualified automatically if unfixed - for strict compliance]
โ๏ธ Be at least 2 years old
โ๏ธ Be healthy and has up-to-date on vaccinations
โ๏ธ Have a happy and placid temperament
โ๏ธ Know basic obedience skills
โ๏ธ 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/
21/04/2026
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
Donโt fur-get to register: https://www.finishlines.ph/.../paw-ty-run-registration-202
Letโs make it paw-some ๐ถโจ
21/04/2026
Itโs a blessed Tuesday ๐ป
Thank you, Bow & Wow โ The All-Natural Pet Store, for your constant thoughtfulness. Weโre so grateful! May more blessings pour in for your amazing team ๐๐
21/04/2026
๐ถ๐พ ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ก
Looking for a sign? This is it. ๐พ
This Saturday, ๐๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐, ๐๐๐๐, 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. ๐ถ๐งก
Visit us at Parkmall from 10 AM to 5 PM and find your new best friend.
A forever home can start in a single momentโmake it happen this weekend.
21/04/2026
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
20/04/2026
๐ช๐ฒ ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป
๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฎ๐ค๐ฃ๐, ๐ฌ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐ผ๐๐ค๐ฅ๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ ๐ฟ๐ง๐๐ซ๐, April 25, 2026. ๐ถ๐ป๐พ
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
๐๐ค๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐ค๐จ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ก๐ก๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐จ๐ฅ๐ค๐ฃ๐จ๐ค๐ง, ๐ ๐ค๐ฃ๐-๐ฌ๐๐ฎ ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐๐จ 1000 ๐ฅ๐๐จ๐ค๐จ, ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ฉ 2000 ๐ฅ๐๐จ๐ค๐จ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ ๐ง๐ค๐ช๐ฃ๐ ๐ฉ๐ง๐๐ฅ. ๐๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐จ๐ช๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ค๐ง๐ฉ ๐ฌ๐๐ก๐ก ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐ฎ ๐ ๐๐ง๐ช๐๐๐๐ก ๐ง๐ค๐ก๐ ๐๐ฃ ๐๐๐ก๐ฅ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ค๐ช๐ง ๐ง๐๐จ๐๐ช๐๐จ ๐ข๐๐๐ฉ ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ง ๐ฃ๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ข๐๐ก๐๐๐จ.๐ป๐ถ
๐๐๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฎ๐ค๐ช ๐จ๐ค ๐ข๐ช๐๐!๐พ
To donate, refer to the following methods :
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โข Chinabank - Island Rescue Organization-Subangdaku branch
Checking account #2890396715
โข BPI Account Number (1199 1624 93)-Account Name (Carla Joy Salvacion)
โข Paypal - [email protected]
โข Gcash - 09267262950 - Carla Joy Salvacion
โข Paymaya - 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru
20/04/2026
Today we celebrate the birthday of someone truly specialโKuya Junrey.
More than just a caretaker, he is the heart of our shelter. His tireless hands feed, comfort, and heal, but itโs his boundless love for the dogs that makes every rescue feel at home. ๐พ
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. ๐
19/04/2026
๐พ Dog Parent Appreciation Day ๐พ
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 shelteringโitโs 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.
Letโs 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.
19/04/2026
๐ Help Pogi & Tereso Fight for a Second Chance at Life ๐
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 โฑ1,000 toward their medical care.
We are truly grateful to all the kind donors who gave their support last April 15 and 16โyour compassion has brought hope to these two souls.
But their journey isnโt over. Their treatment requires โฑ3,500, and we still need โฑ2,500 to reach this goal. Every contribution, big or small, brings them closer to healing and a brighter future.
๐ Your continued support means the worldโnot just to us, but to Pogi and Tereso, who deserve this second chance at life.
๐Please 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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โข Chinabank - Island Rescue Organization-Subangdaku branch
Checking account #2890396715
โข BPI Account Number (1199 1624 93)-Account Name (Carla Joy Salvacion)
โข Paypal - [email protected]
โขGcash 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru
โข Paymaya - 09053416042 - Annalyn Aizpuru. ๐ถ๐ป๐พ
Thank you for standing with us, and thank you for standing with them.๐พ
19/04/2026
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible donor for generously settling the full bill for the month of April! ๐
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! โค๏ธ๐พ
17/04/2026
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 themโand 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.
Hereโs 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 Annieโyouโve truly earned it!
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Cebu City
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 5pm |