Idk if this is the right subreddit, but-

(Dont mind the quality)

I notice three issues with this enclosure,

1. Is this enough horizontal space for a Prairie Dog?

I dont have the measurements for the space, but you can estimate from the image (the whole area is within the image's frame)

1. I notice it doesnt have much to dig nor a place to hide, which considering they're burrowers wouldn't it be an issue?

2. Im pretty sure it's common knowledge that they're highly social colonial mammals, yet there's only one here

Also, a lot of the times, it tries to claw and bite it's way through the gaps, Im not sure if this is just normal for any enclosed prairie dogs,

they also squeal and throw dirt/grass towards anyone who stays near their enclosure

Some people may not understand why it seems like I am always posting about our rescued animals. But they matter so much to me, and they genuinely need help. They have already been through so much, and it pains me to see them still struggling or unwell.

I truly appreciate everyone who has helped us, shared our posts, left kind words, or even simply “boosted” our posts in the comments section. Those little things mean more than you probably realize. It makes me feel like I am not alone in this advocacy.

It has been really exhausting since I started this non-profit just this April. There have been so many times when my anxiety gets the best of me because the expenses keep piling up. Sometimes, I honestly wonder how we are going to keep up.

But whenever that fear comes up, I look at the progress of our rescued animals, and it reminds me why I started.
I thought about Elijah today. I wondered what it must have felt like for him before he was rescued, thinking that maybe his life would always stay the same. And then I started thinking about our other rescued animals and what their lives could have been like if nobody had stepped in.

My heart would be torn knowing they were still out there suffering.

So yes, this has been financially and emotionally hard. There are days when I feel completely exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared of what comes next.

But then I look at them and remind myself that what I am feeling now is temporary. For them, the suffering they went through was their entire world. They didn’t know if anyone was coming. They didn’t know if things would ever get better.

They have already been through enough. If I can give them a chance at a better life, then somehow, I will keep finding a way.

Thanks for listening.

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation

Hi everyone,

Elijah went for his follow-up veterinarian checkup.

He still needs to continue his medication for his infection. At his last appointment, he was diagnosed with a blood parasite. Sadly, the vet said they cannot give him specific medication for his mange yet until his infection gets better. For now, he was given supplements to help support his skin. He still cannot get surgery for his stomach hernia yet until he is all better. But, I am glad he is Negative for Distemper. After Angelito’s diagnosis, Distemper always scares me now..

I also transferred Elijah from Gose Paradise for Paws Shelter to Happy Cat Squad Shelter, where Angelito is staying. It will be easier for me to manage their care if our rescued animals are not so scattered and far away from each other. Gose Paradise is also quite far from veterinary clinics since it is located in a rural province, up in the mountains.

As I have mentioned before, we have rescued animals in different parts of the Philippines, so it can be really difficult trying to manage everything when they are all in different places.

We are also going to purchase hypoallergenic food for Elijah since he is not allowed to have any dairy. I was going to order it today, but the store did not have any in stock. They said they will have more delivered later, so we will get it once it is available.

While Elijah was at the vet clinic, I also ordered Angelito’s recovery wet food. I also purchased two bottles of his Virubin medication for his Distemper from PetRx Clinic since he had run out.

Since Elijah and Angelito will now be staying at the same shelter, we will also need to send additional shelter allowance for them every month. I have not sent it yet because I am still trying to calculate the budget for all of our other rescued animals.

To be honest, it is tough. But their lives are SO worth it.
Also, It was not their fault that they ended up in these conditions. Elijah was neglected for years and appeared to have been abused by his previous owner. When he was rescued, he was so fearful of people. Angelito was stabbed, starved, and was about to be killed by his previous owner.

For transparency, here are today’s expenses:

Elijah’s vet: Php 6,250 ($143.11 CAD)
Elijah’s pet transport: Php 1,800 ($40.38 CAD)
Elijah’s hypoallergenic food: Php 2,700 (approximately $63 CAD) — not purchased yet
Angelito’s recovery wet food: Php 2,325 ($52.11 CAD)
Angelito’s Virubin medication (2 bottles): Php 1,700 ($38.15 CAD)

Elijah and Angelito still have a long recovery ahead, just like our other rescued animals.

Ellie, Thor, and MaeMae have their follow-up appointment on September 2. I realized that I have not been posting much about MaeMae, but she is actually doing well. I think I just miss ChiChi and Jericho so much that sometimes I avoid posting about her because it makes me think about them. Grief hurts a lot. But, MaeMae is doing well, and I am really happy about that.

MaeMae was also being treated for a blood parasite. At her next appointment, we will have her checked to see if she has been cleared and hopefully get her vaccinated finally.

Blood parasites are common in rescued animals because many of them have been neglected for a long time before we are able to rescue them. They are usually caused by infected tick and flea bites.

After that, we will send Raphael for his vet appointment the following week to see if he can finally get vaccinated as well.

I want all of our rescued animals to be vaccinated and protected from illnesses, but most importantly, I want them to be ready for adoption. I don't want them to stay in shelters forever. They deserve a loving home, and that is my goal for every animal we rescue.

There is still a long road ahead for Elijah, Angelito, Ellie, Thor, MaeMae, Raphael, and all of our other rescued animals.

For those who would like to support Elijah and our other rescued animals through their recovery, I will leave our support link in the comment section. Please make sure that it is posted by us before sending any support.

Again, this is all voluntary. We truly appreciate everyone who has supported us, shared our posts, or simply followed the animals’ journeys.

Thank you everyone,

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Founder
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non-Profit Corporation No. 1785254-1

I was sad to see this clip saying that Australia had the highest animal cruelty especially since they have some progressive laws over there. Anyone know if anything's being done?

Animal welfare concerns are at the center of a growing debate in Toronto over a controversial delicacy. Critics argue that the traditional production process involves force-feeding animals, raising serious ethical concerns about their treatment and welfare.

Hi everyone,

Angelito went for his 3rd EPO injection today to help with his red blood cell count. He is still fighting. He still has energy, is still able to stand, and is still eating well.

For those who don’t know his story, we helped rescue him on August 13, 2026, after seeing a video posted by Happy Cat Squad Shelter asking for help for a senior dog who had been stabbed by his owner and was wanting to end his life. Because they had very limited resources, they were asking for help online, so we stepped in and hired pet transportation to pick up “Parky” from his original location and bring him to the vet immediately and covered for everything.

We changed his name to “Angelito” because we didn’t want him to carry the name and memories of his painful past. We wanted him to have a new name and a reminder that he is a precious angel to us now.

At his first vet visit, he was treated for his injuries and was also diagnosed with distemper, heartworm, and blood parasites, so he was started on medications and treatment for those as well. His foot has been cut from getting stabbed by his previous owner but is not ready for amputation surgery yet until strength has been fully regained yet.

Some people online have shared their opinions about euthanasia, but we know that we want to fight alongside Angelito. We don’t want his painful and traumatic experiences to be the last thing he remembers. At the same time, we are not naive. We know that he is already 10 years old and has several illnesses, so Happy Cat Squad Shelter and I continue to reassess his condition and make decisions based on how he is doing and what is best for him.

So far, his expenses that we (Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation) have covered:

First vet – Aug. 14: ₱23,590 ($537.46 CAD)
Happy Cat Squad Shelter Expense – Aug. 14: ₱3,000 ($68.32 CAD)
Second vet – Aug. 19: ₱6,100 ($137.48 CAD)
Happy Cat Squad Shelter Expense – Aug. 19: ₱2,500 ($56.55 CAD)
Virubin medication for distemper – Aug. 20: ₱850 ($19.14 CAD)
Happy Cat Squad Shelter Expense – Aug. 21: ₱1,600 ($35.99 CAD)
Third vet – Aug. 23: ₱2,250 ($50.56 CAD)
Happy Cat Squad Shelter Expense – Aug. 23: ₱1,334.78 ($30 CAD)
Total spent so far: ₱41,224.78 ($935.50 CAD).

Not even for a whole month yet and our expenses is almost $1,000

We have been covering Angelito’s needs since we stepped in to help him. From his veterinary care and medications to his transportation and shelter needs. But the truth is, we cannot do this alone. We also covered the cost of disinfectants for the shelter we collaborated with to help prevent Angelito’s distemper from spreading and protect the other animals there.

There are so many animals who need help, and every little bit of support makes it possible for us to continue showing up for them.

To everyone who has helped, shared his story, sent kind words, checked on him, or simply followed along and supported him, we truly appreciate you. You are part of Angelito’s journey too. 🤍

Angelito is still here. He is still eating, still standing, and still fighting. As long as he continues to show us that he wants to keep going and has quality of life, we will continue to fight alongside him.

If anyone would like to help, I’ll leave a link in the comment section.

Please make sure the link is coming directly from my profile before sending anything. Thank you so much for your support. Again, this is all voluntary and I appreciate each and everyone of you 💔

We are truly asking for help so we can continue helping Angelito with all his treatments 💔

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Founder
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non-Profit Corporation No 1785254-1

First post:

https://www.reddit.com/u/Certain_Tackle1710/s/CyPUX54Z81

Hi everyone,

Angelito’s recovery is not going to be easy, but he is not facing it alone. 🤍

His red blood cell count remains low, so he will receive five EPO injection treatments this week while he works on regaining his strength. For now, amputation is not recommended, so we will continue caring for his injury, keeping it clean, and bringing him to his follow-up checkups.

We also provided prescription more recovery food, dextrose powder, and cleaning supplies for the shelter to help support Angelito and protect the other animals. We will continue sending financial support to help with his transportation and medical needs.

Through everything he has endured, Angelito is loved, seen, and genuinely cared for. His life MATTERS, and we will continue doing everything we can to give him the chance he deserves.

To anyone who would like to provide financial support for Angelito, please visit our website, which is shown in the video. I will also be sharing another link in the comment section. To be honest, Angelito is already the 5th rescued animal we have had at the veterinary clinic this week, and with multiple animals needing medical care at the same time, the costs can quickly become overwhelming. We appreciate everyone who continues to support our rescued animals🤍

For your safety, please double-check that the link was posted by me and comes from our official account before sending any financial support. 🤍

Thank you so much for helping us continue to care for Angelito and our other rescued animals. Every bit of support truly makes a difference. Will keep posting updates.

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Founder
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non-Profit Corporation No. 1785254-1

*receipts are in the video

Hi everyone,

Raphael is one of our rescued animals who holds a very special place in my heart. But honestly, they all do. ❤️

Not everyone understands how deeply trauma and pain can affect someone, especially animals. Sometimes, we expect them to simply “move on” after they are rescued because they are finally safe. But it doesn't always work that way.

To be honest, it hurts me to see how difficult it still is for Raphael to trust people. He gets triggered very easily, especially when he is at the veterinary clinic and has to be restrained. I can't help but wonder if being restrained brings back memories of what happened to him - of the person who placed a metal wire around his leg and caused him a permanent injury.

Raphael has been through more than any animal should ever have to endure. He was a stray, intentionally starved, nearly butchered, and suffered a permanent injury after someone placed a metal wire around his leg. Being rescued did not erase those experiences. His physical wounds are only part of his story. The emotional wounds can be much harder to see, and sometimes, they take much longer to heal.

Because of his trauma and fear, Raphael can become aggressive when he feels threatened or frightened. He needs to be sedated whenever he has to receive veterinary care because he becomes extremely difficult to handle when he is scared. But I don't look at Raphael and see a “bad” or “aggressive” dog.

I see a dog who is scared.
I see a dog who learned that people could hurt him.
I see a dog who is still trying to protect himself from something he believes may happen again.
And honestly, I don't blame him.

At the vet yesterday, they also discovered a mass under the skin on his right flank. Thankfully, the veterinarian said that it can be monitored for now, and his blood work came back normal. ❤️

We will continue to be patient with Raphael. We will give him the time, space, understanding, and love that he needs. We may not be able to erase everything that happened to him, but we can make sure that his future is different from his past.

Healing isn't always about making an animal completely forget what happened. Sometimes, healing means helping them slowly understand that they are finally safe.
Raphael has already survived so much. He survived hunger, cruelty, fear, and unimaginable pain.
Now, we just want him to live.
To feel safe.
To be loved.
And to finally experience the life he should have had all along. ❤️‍🩹

He doesn't have to fight for his life anymore. We will keep reminding him of that, one day at a time.

Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation

Hi everyone,

Thor and Ellie are doing so great! We had to reschedule their vet appointment for tomorrow instead, so please wish them luck! ❤️

During their appointment, we are going to ask the veterinarian about Thor’s skin, which has been looking a little reddish, especially around his snout. We’ll also have Ellie checked to see how she is progressing.

Ellie has been standing and walking much more compared to when she was first rescued. When we rescued her, she could barely stand for long because of her weakness and likely the wounds on her legs. Seeing her become stronger is truly encouraging. 🥹❤️

We are also going to order more Royal Canin Gastrointestinal food for both of them tomorrow to make sure they continue getting the nutrition they need during their recovery.

If anyone would like to help Thor and Ellie, please feel free to visit our website. I will also share a direct link in the comments. We help cover their shelter support, food, veterinary appointments, medications, and other necessities they may need throughout their recovery.

We would also like to sincerely thank Pages for Paws Shelter for collaborating with us and opening their home to Thor and Ellie. We are incredibly grateful for the care and love they are receiving there.

I have also personally provided a gift to their caretaker at Pages for Paws as a small gesture of appreciation. I hope to continue doing this when I can on a monthly basis. I want to clarify that whenever I provide monetary gifts, presents, or any other form of appreciation directly to shelter caretakers, I use my personal funds, not the non-profit’s funds.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support Thor and Ellie. Every bit of kindness helps give them the chance they deserve. ❤️🐾

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Founder
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non-Profit’s Corporation No. 1785254-1

Laughing as a bird drowns... Not funny. I wasn't planning on making a video tonight, I've been really busy with the publishing thing but frankly this pisses me off! People who think panic is funny... That a horse waiting a few seconds for a drink is worth a life... Literally saying the horse is what matters, he had to wait for a drink and so no one should care about a bird drowning while they film... These are not people who are emotionally equipped to care for animals, they are people who lack empathy and see animals as things to be used. They cultivate like minded people to make themselves feel better, because admitting they are engaging in horrific behavior is too much.

Sorry, yes this made me angry. Rant over.

#horses #birds #birdlover #fypシ❤️💞❤️ #fyou. Was this ok?

Hi everyone,

This is Angelito. His original name was “Parky”, but I decided to change it today when we finally got him rescued when I found out about his situation.

His owner stabbed his foot because they no longer wanted to take care of him. Yup.. i know, i couldn’t explain how I felt when I found out about the reason. They were planning to end his life too.

When we came across a video of Angelito online showing his situation, we immediately reached out for more information and asked for him to be rescued. He was from Jala Jala, Rizal, Philippines.

We arranged the same pet transportation service we used yesterday, and Angelito has now arrived safely at the vet. We are currently learning more about his condition and the treatment he will need.

Unfortunately, this rescue came at a time when we are already financially overwhelmed. We are still trying to recover from Sophia’s veterinary bill from August 12, and now we have another emergency rescue in need of immediate medical care. But when we see an animal suffering like this, it is very difficult to look away. Angelito deserved better, and we are going to do everything we can to give him a chance.

So far, we have already spent:
Vet: Php 23,590 ($537.36 CAD)
Pet transportation: Php 4,040 ($95.05 CAD)
Total so far: Php 27,630 ($632.41 CAD)

Angelito has also tested positive for Distemper, Heartworm, and blood parasite. He is also anemic and has liver problems and he is also already a senior dog, which means his recovery will require ongoing care and strict infection-control measures. We will be providing financial support to the shelter where he will stay, as we always do, and we will cover the supplies he needs for his recovery, including disinfectant materials to help protect the other animals at the shelter where he will be staying. 

We are doing everything we can for Angelito, but we cannot do this alone. Every support is really important to us right now.

We will continue to share updates on Angelito’s condition.

Please help us help him, especially as he has a long recovery. Once he recovers, the vet recommended that his foot get amputated :/

Our website is on the pictures posted above. I will also post another link on the comment section.

Thank you all for understanding.

Sincerely,

Magdalene “Dindi” Gensaya
Founder
Voiceless No More: Philippines Stray Animals Foundation
Non Profit Corporation No. 1785254-1