Burado na ang GoFundme link na ginawa ng all-Pinoy girl group na 4th Impact para sana sa donation drive ng ipatatayo nilang "dream land" sa kanilang 200 dogs.
Ito'y matapos kumalap ng kaliwa't kanang batikos sa social media ang paglulunsad nila ng fundraising upang makabili raw ng mas malaking lote para sa kanilang dalawandaang shit tzu dogs.
Ang 4th Impact ay binubuo ng magkakapatid na sina Elvira, Irene, Mylene, at Celina Cercado.
Noong February 28, 2024, sinimulan ng grupo ang paghingi ng donasyon sa publiko sa pamamagitan ng paggawa nila ng GoFundme page na may titulong "DREAM LAND FOR OUR 200 SHIH TZU DOGS."
Kinakailangan daw nilang makalikom ng $10,000 o katumbas ng PHP560,275 para maisakatuparan ito.
Sa post, ikinuwento rin ng 4th Impact member na si Elvira kung paano nagsimula ang pagkahilig nilang magkakapatid sa shit tzu hanggang sa mapadami ito.
Mababasa sa post niya, "Hello fellow dog lovers and our dear fans, my name is Elvira, and I’m here with my sisters 4th Impact, a Filipina singing group.
"Today, I’m reaching out to you with a heart full of love and a humble request for support.
"Our journey with our beloved dogs began with a gift from our fans - five precious Shih Tzus.
"Over time, our passion for these furry companions led to unexpected blessings, but also unexpected challenges.
"Despite our busy schedules, we’ve poured our hearts into caring for them, watching them grow from newborns to cherished members of our family. But as our family of dogs multiplied, so did the need for space and resources."
Sa dami ng alagang nilang aso, may ilang kapitbahay na raw silang nagrereklamo dahil sa ingay ng mga ito.
Kaya kahit mabigat sa kanilang kalooban, minarapat na raw nilang paghiwa-hiwalay ito at ilipat ng bagong tirahan kaya sila humihingi ng tulong sa publiko sa pamamagitan ng paglulunsad ng fundraising.
Ani Elvira, "Last year, while chasing our dreams in LA, we faced a difficult reality. Our neighbours raised concerns about the noise, prompting us to make the heart-breaking decision to temporarily separate some of our dogs, particularly the males, from our home.
"This separation pains us deeply. You see, each of these dogs holds a special place in our hearts. We’re not just their caregivers; we’re their family.
"Their well-being means everything to us. And now, as we look into their eyes, we see the longing for a home where they can run, play, and thrive together.
"That’s why we’re reaching out to you today. We dream of providing our furry friends with a safe and expansive farm where they can live out their days in happiness and freedom.
"It’s a dream born from our deepest love and dedication to these animals who have brought us so much joy.
"Your generosity and support would mean the world to us. Every contribution brings us one step closer to turning our dream into reality. And as we embark on this journey, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you."
Dagdag pa niya, "Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for considering our cause. Your kindness will not only transform the lives of our beloved fur babies but also fill our hearts with hope and gratitude. Together, we can make a difference.
"With love and gratitude, Elvira and the 4th Impact Sisters."
"irresponsible DOG owners"
Mabilis itong kumalap ng batikos, kunsaan marami sa netizens at pet owners ang kinuwestiyon ang pagkakaroon ng ganoon karaming aso ng 4th Impact kung hindi naman pala nila kayang ibigay ang pangangailangan ng mga ito.
May iba pang tinawag ang grupo na "irresponsible dog owners" dahil hindi raw nila dapat hinayaang dumami nang ganoon ang mga alaga sa pamamagitan ng backyard breeding.
Dismayado rin ang ilang animal shelter group, kabilang na ang PAWS (Philippine Animal Welfare Society).
Sa panayam ng One Balita Pilipinas kay Anna Cabrera, executive director ng PAWS, nitong Miyerkules, March 6, sinabi nitong malinaw na may nilabag sa Animal Welfare Act ang 4th Impact.
Sa Pilipinas ay hindi raw kasi pinapayagang magkaroon ng maraming alaga kung wala itong permit.
Paliwanag ni Cabrera, "Ayon sa Animal Welfare Act, if you're keeping more than two animals pag nagbi-breed sila at mayroon kanang facility which is marami na yung animals mo, dapat mayroon kang permit from the animal welfare division ng Bureau of Animal Industry.
"Even shelter like PAWS, we have permit from the Bureau of Animal Industry.
"Medyo hindi talaga responsable iyong hindi kapon ang iyong alaga dahil magre-reproduce sila and ayun na nga, in the end, more than 200 na yung mayroon sila, e.
"Ang dami-daming namamatay sa shelters na hindi adopted tapos magpapadami pa tayo, so medyo irresponsable talaga yung dumating na sa puntong yan. And the fact na humihingi pa sila ng funds just make it worst kasi hindi naman sila charity.
"This is private individual na they have one to blame but themselves doon sa sitwasyon nila ngayon."
Habang isinusulat ang artikulong ito ay wala pang inilalabas reaksiyon o pahayag ang 4th Impact tungkol sa nasabing isyu.
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