Aspin Shot Five Times With Indian Arrows Now in Recovery
A P65,000 reward is offered for any tips leading to TikTok's justice.
Trigger warning: This story mentions animal violence.
(SPOT.ph) A dog named TikTok is fighting for his life after being shot five times with an Indian target arrow in Negros Occidental.
Animal rescuers from BACH Project PH rushed from Granada, Bacolod to Murcia, Negros Occidental on February 24 upon learning about TikTok’s condition. Upon reaching the scene, the team found him alive but suffering, prompting an urgent rescue effort to transport him to a veterinary clinic for emergency treatment.
“No animal should endure this. Every moment without treatment is unbearable,” BACH Project PH said in a post.
Following his rescue, TikTok underwent surgery to remove the arrows and treat his injuries. Veterinary staff provided him with anti-tetanus shots, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medication, and pain relief to aid in his recovery. He is now undergoing laser therapy for the next seven days to reduce inflammation and speed up wound healing.
SPOT.ph has reached out to BACH Project PH to inquire about TikTok's condition.
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Justice for TikTok
Animal welfare advocates are now calling for justice for TikTok. A P65,000 reward has been offered by an anonymous donor and Senator JV Ejercito for any “solid evidence” leading to the suspect’s identification.
For anyone convicted of torturing any animal, neglecting to provide its basic needs, or subjecting it to any form of cruelty, the Animal Welfare Act or Republic Act No. 10631 prescribes a minimum imprisonment of one year and one day to a maximum of two years and/or a fine ranging from P30,000 to P100,000. If the act of cruelty results in the death of the animal, the penalties are more severe, with imprisonment ranging from one year and six months to three years and a fine between P50,000 to P250,000.
“Justice must be served for this innocent dog,” BACH Project PH said.
Founded in 2019, BACH Project PH is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in need across Negros Island. They offer free spay and neuter services to control the pet population. Additionally, they operate a Catch, Neuter, Vaccinate, Return (CNVR) program for unadopted animals, with ear tagging for dogs and ear tattoos for cats.
How to help
With ongoing medical expenses, donations are being sought to help cover TikTok’s treatments and recovery. Contributions can be made through various channels:
- GCash and Maya: 0965-801-8292 under Concepcion Bach
- BDO: 0114 4014 5332
- BPI Family: 2999 3356 19
- Metrobank: 5063 5066 4759 3
- GoTyme: 0130 2187 1283
International donors may contribute via PayPal and GoFundMe. However, Bach Project PH is warning against fake donation requests from people who are pretending to be the organization.
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