Village Vet Animal Clinic and Grooming Center

17/10/2025

📣📣As part of our monthlong Anniversary Celebration, our partner supplier, Royal Canin PHILIPPINES, INC. is giving away 20 vouchers of Pet Checkup worth Php500 and 20 Php 250 Discount Vouchers to all Royal Canin Dry Products from 1.5 kg and up. 📣📣

Visit us in our clinic at:

📍Retail 3 Shop 4 Westborough Town Center, Inchican, Silang, Cavite

📞: (049)-254-1882
📱: 09058740422 (Globe/TM/Viber)

*Promo ends until Oct 31, 2025 only.

08/10/2025

Village Vet 11th Anniversary

03/10/2025

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What Happens if a Veterinary Clinic Is Not Compliant with the BAI Certificate?

By Dr. Geoff Carullo, DVM, Dip. PCCP, Dip. PCVS

Veterinary clinics in the Philippines operate under a framework of laws designed to safeguard both animal welfare and public health. One of the key requirements is securing a Certificate of Registration/Animal Welfare Registration from the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) before opening and operating a clinic. But what happens if a clinic is found to be non-compliant with this requirement?

The Legal Requirement

Under the Animal Welfare Act (RA 8485 as amended by RA 10631), any facility housing or treating animals—including veterinary clinics, hospitals, laboratories, and shelters—must be duly registered with the BAI. This certificate ensures that facilities meet minimum animal welfare and facility standards before being allowed to operate.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Inspection and Monitoring

The BAI regularly inspects veterinary clinics. If a facility is found without a valid certificate, it is considered operating illegally.

Inspectors may issue compliance orders or inspection reports detailing deficiencies.

Issuance of Warnings or Notices

A non-compliant clinic may first receive a warning, directing the owner to correct violations within a specific timeframe.

Failure to act on these notices can escalate the case.

Suspension or Cancellation of Operations

Clinics operating without a valid BAI certificate can be ordered to suspend or cease operations until compliance is achieved.

This often involves padlocking of facilities or formal notices of closure.

Administrative and Legal Sanctions

Non-compliance constitutes a violation of the Animal Welfare Act.

Penalties under RA 10631 include:

Fines ranging from ₱30,000 to ₱250,000 depending on the severity of the violation.

Imprisonment of 6 months to 2 years for serious cases, especially if cruelty or neglect is involved.

Reputational Damage

Beyond legal consequences, operating without certification damages a clinic’s credibility.

Clients are increasingly aware of welfare standards, and a clinic found non-compliant risks losing trust within the community.

Why Compliance Matters

Securing and maintaining a BAI certificate is not just about avoiding penalties. It is about:

Ensuring humane treatment of animals under a veterinarian’s care.

Protecting clients and the public from substandard facilities.

Upholding the veterinary profession’s integrity by showing adherence to national laws.

How to Stay Compliant

Regularly renew and update your BAI Animal Welfare Registration.

Ensure your clinic meets standards on facility design, sanitation, equipment, and animal handling.

Train your staff on animal welfare laws and best practices.

Be ready for inspections and audits by maintaining documentation and visible compliance.

In summary: Operating a veterinary clinic without a valid BAI certificate can lead to warnings, suspension, fines, closure, or even imprisonment. Compliance is not optional—it is both a legal duty and a professional responsibility to ensure the welfare of animals and the trust of clients.

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24/09/2025

📣📣Village Vet Animal Clinic Westborough will be participating for the “Act Now: You, Me Community: Cavite United on Rabies Free Philippines 2030” in coordination with the Provincial Veterinary Office of Cavite and the PVMA Cavite Chapter.📣📣

Let us make Philippines Rabies Free by2030



See you and your fur babies there!

📍Retail 3 Shop 4 Westborough Town Center,
Inchican, Silang, Cavite (Beside Anytime
Fitness Gym)

☎️ Globe: 049-254-1882
📱09058740422 (Viber)

22/08/2025

📣 Good news dear clients/patrons. 📣

We can now be reached through our new Globe Landline 📞 Number at 049-254-1882.

20/08/2025

Belated Happy Birthday to one of our wonderful techs in our clinic, Jheck. We wish you good health for you and your family and may all your wishes and aspirations do come true! Thank you for your continuous service in our clinic.🎉🎂🥳

10/05/2025

Let us exercise our right to suffrage wisely‼️❗️

22/04/2025

Happy birthday, Doc Rhea! 🥳🎉🎂🎁🎈

13/04/2025

Pls take note of our HolyWeek Schedule 2025.

20/01/2025

Happy 18th Birthday Poknat. Poknat is our oldest patient by far. Imagine, its equivalent age to human years is 88 yrs old !! Of course reaching this milestone wouldn’t even be possible if not for Poknat’s proactively caring and loving furparents, Mr and Mrs. Esguerra. Hats off to you, Esguerras!

Cheers 🥂to your 18th, Poknat and may you be blessed with another 18. 🐕🐶🎉🎂

18/01/2025

Happy happy bday to one of our bestest Vet Tech/Nurse. We wish you good health and may your dreams and aspirations do come true! Love, From your VVW Fam❤️

23/12/2024

Pls take note of our holiday schedule.