The phrase “Mahal ang magmahal” has often been used in the context of human relationships. But what about those who love deeply for non-human beings?

Pets have long been loyal companions to humans. A handful of individuals might even think about their pets first, rather than themselves.

Doing anything and everything they can just for their loved ones to survive. It is hard to love. It is expensive, especially when you live in an economy that can’t—or won’t—support your love.

Cruelty toward others is never something to boast about or be proud of, especially when directed toward fellow living beings who have no “voices” to seek help. Does that aspect make them any less than humans?

Harming our own kind is cruel enough, yet some will still proceed to do it to other species. Is it really a trend? Or are humans simply cruel? Why are humans so obsessed with harming innocent creatures?

In the sick chokehold that society gives to these living creatures, we should fight through the heat of the moment.

In the end, are humans the animals that “animal cruelty” warns us about?