Manila Electric Company (Meralco), along with animal welfare groups, pledge to proactively advocate and promote the well-being of animals through programs that will create a more humane and caring society for these voiceless beings. Attending the first animal welfare seminar on March 14, 2025 are (from left) Cats of Kapitolyo founder Sharon Rodil, Cats of Ortigas founder Trixie De Guzman, Mandaluyong City veterinarian Dr. Louie Encarnacion, Meralco Animal Welfare Advocacy Program manager and head of advocacy communications management Michelle Caguioa, Biyaya Animal Care president and co-founder Rina Ortiz, Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) executive director Anna Cabrera, Meralco vice president and head of corporate communications Joe Zaldarriaga, Barkmission representative Bea Lim and Adopt.ph representative Chloe Lim.