Committee Meeting Update

Joint Committee on Tourism and Trade and Commerce

Agenda: Special Report by Councilor Yvy Emano on Pet-Friendly Spaces in Cagayan de Oro

During the joint committee meeting, Councilor Yvy Emano presented her special report urging the city to develop and promote more pet-friendly public and private spaces. Her key points included:

Encouraging business establishments (like malls, cafés, and restaurants) to accommodate pets responsibly.

Exploring legislative support to incentivize pet-friendly environments in commercial and public areas.

Proposing that city parks and open spaces be equipped with pet care amenities such as waste bins, water stations, and designated pet zones.

Promoting responsible pet ownership through awareness campaigns and partnerships with veterinary clinics and animal welfare groups.

Inviting the business sector to consider the economic potential of attracting pet-owning customers.

The Committee expressed support for her advocacy and acknowledged the increasing number of pet owners in the city. Discussions also touched on possible regulatory guidelines to ensure cleanliness, public safety, and proper pet etiquette.