Law Summary
Rationale for the Proclamation
- Recognizes the importance of developing a sense of obligation towards animals that serve and help mankind.
- Emphasizes the need to inculcate virtues such as kindness, justice, and mercy toward all living creatures.
- Highlights the educational goal of teaching the youth to abhor cruelty to both humans and animals.
- Aligns the observance with the World League against Vivisection's designation of the same day as World Day for Animals.
Call to Action for Citizens and Institutions
- Encourages all citizens and residents of the Philippines to observe the day annually.
- Invites government officials and employees to actively participate in the observance.
- Calls upon public and private schools, churches, and civic organizations to conduct appropriate programs and ceremonies.
- Aims to foster attitudes and habits of kindness towards all living creatures nationwide.
Legal Authority and Formalization
- The proclamation is made by the President of the Philippines under lawful powers vested in the office.
- Officially signed and sealed to formalize the declaration.
- Dated September 30, 1958, in Manila, marking the 13th year of Philippine independence.