CONTACT INFORMATION
City Veterinary Department
- CVD
- 4th Floor, Quezon City Health Department Building, Quezon City Hall Compound, Makatarungan Road corner Kalayaan Ave., Quezon City
- 8988-4242 local 8036
- CVD@quezoncity.gov.ph
- Official Facebook Page of City Veterinary Department
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
About Us
Description
Veterinary services are indispensable and form part of the basic services for the protection of our community by regulating the keeping of animals, sale management, sanitation of abattoirs, meat inspection, slaughter and disposition of animals, the suppression of dangerous zoonotic diseases, and the effective rabies prevention and control through mass vaccination, spay and neuter and elimination of stray animals in the City.
Mission
To enhance, support, and promote animal health, animal welfare, public health, and food security.
Vision
To have a healthy population of humans and animals through the provision of quality veterinary services in Quezon City.
Legal Bases
- Republic Act No. 7160 Local Govt Code Of 1991
- Memorandum Circular No. 19 S-1992 Civil Service Commission – The Following Appointive Local Positions Shall Be Mandatory: City Veterinarian
- Executive Order No. 137 – Devolution Of Certain Powers And Functions Of The National Meat Inspection Commission To The Local Govt Units Pursuant To R.A. No. 7160, Otherwise Known As Local Government Code Of 1991
- Republic Act No. 9296 Meat Inspection Code Of The Philippines – The City Veterinarian Shall Head The City Meat Inspection Services And Shall Exercise Direct Supervision Over Meat Inspection Of Highly Urbanized Cities
- Republic Act No. 9495 Animal Welfare Act
- Republic Act No. 9482 Anti Rabies Act – Appoint A Veterinarian And Establish A Veterinary Office In Every Province, City, And First Class Municipality
- City Ordinance No. SP-2413, S.2015 or “An Ordinance Creating The Veterinary Services Division Into City Veterinary Department, Expanding Its Functions And Providing For Its Annual Appropriations”
- City Ordinance No. SP-2389, S.2015 or “An Ordinance Adopting The Quezon City Veterinary Code And For Other Purposes”
- City Ordinance No. SP-2505, S.2016 or “An Ordinance Adopting The Revised Quezon City Veterinary Code, And For Other Purposes”
- City Ordinance No. SP-2854, S.2019 entitled “An Ordinance Establishing A Public Veterinary Clinic Which Will Provide Affordable Health Care Services For Domesticated Pets/Animals Within The Territorial Jurisdiction Of Quezon City”
- City Ordinance No. SP-3023, S.2021 entitled “An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. SP-2854, S.2019, Otherwise Known As “The Quezon City Public Veterinary Clinic Ordinance” Providing For A Definition Of Terms, Updating Schedule Of Fees And Charges And Including The City Legal Department As Part Of Implementing Committee”
- City Ordinance No. SP-3024, S.2026 entitled “An Ordinance Strengthening The Quezon City Animal Welfare Program Under The City Veterinary Department, Rationalizing The Department’s Collection Of Fees And Charges Under Quezon City Ordinance No. Sp-2854, S-2019, As Amended, Appropriating Funds Therefor, And For Other Purposes”
Service Pledge
“Quality human and animal health service.”
Services
ANIMAL CARE AND DISEASE CONTROL DIVISION
MASS REGISTRATION, VACCINATION, AND DOG TAGGING OF DOGS
Pet owners must submit their dogs to mandatory registration and anti-rabies vaccination given for free. The registration card contains the permanent dog tag number, physical characteristics including the age, color, sex, breed, distinguishing marks, and all rabies vaccinations conducted on the dog.
RABIES VACCINATION EXTENSION CLINICS
For pet owners who fail to avail of free anti-rabies shots during the scheduled mass vaccinations, may avail it through the extension clinics established in their own barangays.
SPAY AND NEUTER
Surgical sterilization of dogs and cats to control population. It is a weekly program held in barangays.
SHIPPING PERMIT
Transport of animals from Quezon City to any point of this country requires a shipping permit which can be obtained from the City Veterinary Department.
VETERINARY CLINIC
Routine health care for pet animals, physical examinations, vaccinations and treatment of minor illnesses, deworming, and spay and neuter are offered.
CITY POUND
IMPOUNDING, FIELD CONTROL AND DISPOSITION OF UNREGISTERED, STAY, AND UNVACCINATED DOGS
Unregistered, stray, or unvaccinated dogs shall be put in dog pounds, impounded dogs not claimed within three (3) days shall be placed for adoption to qualified persons or disposed of subject to the provisions of R.A No. 8485 or otherwise known as “Animal Welfare Act of 1998”.
ADOPTION OF ANIMALS
Impounded animals not claimed for three (3) days from capture, if qualified to be tame shall be open for adoption
REDEMPTION OF IMPOUNDED ANIMALS
Impounded stray, feral, and confiscated animals within the territorial jurisdiction of Quezon City may be redeemed within three (3) days.
FOOD HYGIENE AND REGULATORY DIVISION
MEAT INSPECTION
Conduct ante mortem and post-mortem inspection of animals intended for slaughter to ensure disease free and wholesome meat that will be delivered to different markets and meat establishments.
LICENSE MEAT HANDLERS
All meat handlers, meat cutting operators, dressers, cutters, vendors, processors, meat dealers and butchers working or employed within the territorial jurisdiction of Quezon City are required to secure meat handlers license from the City Veterinary department.
VETERINARY CLEARANCE
All Business Establishments and other business involved in meat trade and other channels within the territorial jurisdiction of Quezon City are required to secure Veterinary Clearance from the City Veterinary Department
MEAT TRANSPORT VEHICLE
All vehicle that delivers meat and meat products are required to secure Meat Transport Vehicle Sticker
Programs
QC-ARD (QUEZON CITY – ALIS RABIES DRIVE)
The Quezon City Alis Rabies Drive (QC-ARD) is an all-year-round mass anti-rabies vaccination and registration of dogs and cats conducted in the barangays of Quezon City.
SPAY AND NEUTER
The surgical sterilization of dogs and cats to control the population is a weekly program held in barangays.
VETERINARY CONSULTATION
To ensure a healthy pet population in Quezon City, CVD provides consultation through field, walk-in, phone-in, and online set-up. The free service has been a big help to Quezon City pet owners, providing first aid medication and veterinary medical consultation.
DISTRICT ACTION OFFICES SERVICES
CVD has established veterinary services units in 4 out of 6 District Action Offices: Barangay Katipunan (District 1), Barangay Paligsahan (District 5), Barangay Sta. Monica (District 5), and in Barangay Culiat (District 6). Weekly veterinary consults and treatments are offered at each District Action Office. Daily vaccination against rabies, microchipping, and deworming are made available by our personnel assigned in different offices.
QUEZON CITY POUND DIVISION – ANIMAL RESCUE PROGRAM
The City Veterinary Department rescues of pets that are abandoned or neglected by irresponsible pet owners. Each day, the rescue team attends to the calls of the barangay requesting immediate rescue of dogs and cats from the streets.
BARANGAY ANIMAL RESCUE OFFICER (BACO)
Deputization of barangay personnel enables them to be the primary implementer and responder of existing veterinary concerns such as animal abuse, cruelty, and other violations. This helps put into the place the veterinary programs in each barangay.
FOOD SAFETY ADVOCACY
Conduct of seminars in all meat establishments of Quezon City regarding the prevention and control of zoonotic diseases.
Guides
HOW TO GET ANTI-RABIES PET VACCINE
Requirements:
- Dogs and cats must be healthy and at least 3 months old
- Pets must be free from any existing diseases and not under medication
- Pets must not be pregnant or lactating
- Pets must be on a leash or in a cage
- If bringing two or more pets, they must be accompanied by two persons
- Ensure your dog or cat is healthy for a physical consultation and vaccination
Steps:
- Bring your dog to the City Veterinary Department clinic located on the 1st floor, City Health Building, Mayaman St., corner Kalayaan Ave., Gate 4, Quezon City Hall Compound.
- Wait for the vaccination process to be completed.
- Collect your pet’s vaccination card upon completion.
Note: This service is free-of-charge.
REGISTRATION OF ANIMAL PETS
Pet owners must submit their dogs/cats to mandatory registration. This will serve as a quick reference for the vaccination status of pets against rabies. It also provides home foot the lost or stolen animals in the city. The card contains the permanent dog tag number, physical characteristics including age, color, sex, breed and distinguishing mark and all rabies vaccination conducted on the dog.
Requirements:
- Valid ID which indicates that you are a resident of Quezon City. (Preferably QC ID)
WALK-IN Registration
- Bring your pet to the Quezon City Veterinay Department (6/F, Civic A Building, Quezon City Hall Compound, Diliman, Quezon City) or Animal Care Adoption Center (GK Village, Clemente St., Lupang Pangako, Bgy. Payatas, Quezon City)
- Fill-Out and submit the Registration Form at the Frontdesk of the Quezon City Veterinary Department.
BARANGAY-BASED Registration
- Visit or call your respective Barangay for the schedule of registration of Quezon City Veterinary Department
- You may also check the schedules of registration of your barangay thru the Official Facebook Page of Quezon City Veterinary Department.
- Fill-out and submit the Registration Form at the registration area.
VACCINATION OF PET ANIMAL
This service serves free anti-rabies vaccination for dogs and cats
Requirements:
Valid ID which indicates that you are a resident of Quezon City. (Preferably QC ID)
WALK-IN Registration
1. Bring your pet to the Quezon City Veterinay Department (6/F, Civic A Building, Quezon City Hall Compound, Diliman, Quezon City) or Animal Care Adoption Center (GK Village, Clemente St., Lupang Pangako, Bgy. Payatas, Quezon City)
2. Fill out and submit the Registration Form at the Frontdesk of the Quezon City Veterinary Department.
3. Have your pet vaccinated.
BARANGAY-BASED Registration
- Check the Official Facebook Page of Quezon City Veterinary Department for the schedule of vaccination. Bring your pet to the place of vaccination.
- Fill-out and submit the Vaccination Form in area of Vaccination.
- Have your pet vaccinated.
SPAY AND NEUTER OF ANIMAL PETS
Free spay and neuter of all pet animals in Quezon City.
Requirements:
1 Valid ID which indicates that you are a resident of Quezon City (Preferably QC ID)
PROCESS FOR THE SPAY AND NEUTER OF PETS IN ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER (EVERY WEDNESDAY)
- Check the Facebook page of the Animal Care and Adoption Center and register. Download and fill out the downloadable registration form in the Official Facebook page of the Animal Care and Adoption Center.
- Wait for the confirmation of the date, day, and time for you to go to the Animal Care and Adoption Center.
- Bring your pets to the Animal Care and Adoption Center (GK Village Clemente St. Lupang Pangako, Barangay Payatas) at the given time of Spay and Neuter. Make sure that your pet do not eat any food for 10 to 12 hours before the Spay and Neuter.
- Wait until the spay and neuter of your pet is done.
PROCESS FOR THE SPAY AND NEUTER IN BARANGAY BASED
- Check the Facebook Page of Quezon City Veterinary Department for the spay and neuter schedule. Download and fill out the downloadable registration form in the Official Facebook Page of Quezon City Veterinary Department.
- Wait for the confirmation of the date, day, and time for you to go to the Barangay
- Bring your pets at given time of Spay and Neuter. Make sure the pets do not eat any food for 10 to 12 hours before the Spay and Neuter.
- Wait until the spay and neuter of your pet is done.
ADOPTION OF DOG AND CAT
This service is for the adoption of rescued and surrendered tamed animal (dog and cat) which were not redeemed within 3 days.
Requirements:
- 1 Valid ID which indicates that you are a resident of Quezon City (Preferably QC ID)
- Downloaded Adoption form from Official Facebook page of the Animal Care and Adoption Center.
Process:
- Check the Official Facebook page of the Animal Care and Adoption Center for registration of adoption.
- Choose the dog or cat to be adopted based on the pictures and videos on Facebook Page.
- Fill out the adoption form in the Facebook Page and download the filled-out form.
- Wait for approval and confirmation of the date, day and time for you to go to Quezon City Veterinary Department (6th floor, Civic A Building, Quezon City Hall).
- Go to the Quezon City Veterinary Department to submit the downloaded form of adoption and get the gate pass.
- Pay for the amount of PHP 500 per animal in City Treasurer’s Office.
- Proceed to the Animal Care and Adoption Center (GK Village Clemente St. Lupang Pangako, Barangay Payatas) and give a photocopy of your Valid ID and Gate Pass.
- Claim your adopted pet in the Adoption Center.
REDEMPTION OF IMPOUNDED ANIMAL
The rescued pet within Quezon City may be redeemed within three (3) working days.
Requirements:
- Proof of Vaccination of animals (Vaccination Card)
- Valid ID (Preferably QC ID)
- 1 Picture of the pet
Process:
- Go to Quezon City Veterinary Department (6/F, Civic A Building, Quezon City Hall Compound, Diliman, Quezon City) to get your gate pass.
- Identify the animal to be redeemed to the Quezon Veterinary Department.
- After identifying your pet animal, please pay the fine amounting to PHP 500 per day at the City Treasurer’s Office.
- Please proceed to the City Pound (Lupang Pangako, Phase 1, Bgy. Payatas, Quezon City) and surrender the gate pass to the guard.
- Redeem your pet at the City Pound.
SHIPPING PERMIT FOR PET ANIMAL
Transport of animals from Quezon City to any point of this country requires a shipping permit which can be obtained from the City Veterinary Department.
Requirements:
- Veterinary Health Certificate Form available at the Frontdesk of the City Veterinary Department.
- One (1) photocopy of Valid ID attesting that you are a resident of Quezon City. (Preferably QC ID)
- Original Vaccination Card.
Reminder:
The pet animal must be vaccinated with one (1) year validity.
Process:
1. Fill out and submit the Veterinary Health Certificate Form at the Frontdesk of the Quezon City Veterinary Department.
2. Pay the amount of PHP 50 per pet at the City Treasurer’s Office.
3. Get your Veterinary Health Certificate.
HOW TO GET LICENSE FOR MEAT HANDLERS ID
Requirements:
For New Applicants
- A fully-accomplished Meat Handlers ID form
- 2pcs 1×1 ID Picture
For Renewal Applicants
- A fully-accomplished Meat Handlers ID form
- Old meat handlers ID
- 2pcs 1×1 ID Picture
Steps:
- Submit Meat Handlers ID application form to the receiving clerk
- Verification of Requirements
- Pay Meat Handlers ID Fee of PHP 200
- Attend Meat Handlers and Butcher’s Seminar
- Claim your Meat Handlers ID
HOW TO APPLY FOR VETERINARY CLEARANCE
Requirements:
For New Applicants
- A fully-accomplished Veterinary Clearance Form
- Inspection Report Submitted by the Meat Inspector
For Renewal Applicants
- A fully-accomplished Veterinary Clearance Form
- Old Veterinary Clearance
- Inspection Report Submitted by the Meat Inspector
Steps:
- Submit Veterinary Clearance application form to the receiving clerk
- Verification of requirements
- Pay Veterinary Clearance Fee of PHP 200
- Claim your Veterinary Clearance
HOW TO GET STICKER FOR MEAT TRANSPORT VEHICLE
Requirements
- A fully-accomplished Meat Transport Vehicle form.
- LTO Registration
- Picture of Vehicle (Front, Back Side, Inside)
Steps:
- Submit Meat Transport Vehicle application form to the receiving clerk
- Verification of requirements
- Pay Meat Transport Vehicle Fee of PHP 500
- Claim your Meat Transport Vehicle Sticker
Department Directory
Dr. Henry A. Barbero
Veterinarian V
Officer in Charge, City Veterinarian
8988-4242 local 8036
CVD@quezoncity.gov.ph
Divisions/Sections
| DIVISION | OFFICER NAME | OFFICE ADDRESS | CONTACT INFORMATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Division | Dr. Esmeralda L. Encarnado Assistant Department Head III Officer-in-Charge | 4th Floor, Quezon City Health Department Building, Quezon City Hall, Mayaman St. corner Kalayaan | 8988-4242 local 8036 cvd@quezoncity.gov.ph |
| Animal Care and Disease Control Division | Rey C. Del Napoles, DVM Veterinarian V, Division Chief | 1st Floor Makatarungan St., City Health Building, corner Kalayaan, Diliman | 8988-4242 local 8036 animalcare.cvd@quezoncity.gov.ph |
| City Pound Division | Henry A. Barbero, DVM Veterinarian V Division Chief | 4th Floor, Quezon City Health Department Building, Quezon City Hall, Mayaman St. corner Kalayaan | 8988-4242 local 8036 pound.cvd@quezoncity.gov.ph |
| Food Hygiene and Regulatory Division | Melba Q. Albay, DVM Veterinarian IV, Officer-in-Charge | 4th Floor, Quezon City Health Department Building, Quezon City Hall, Mayaman St. corner Kalayaan | 8988-4242 local 8036 foodhygiene.cvd@quezoncity.gov.ph |
Spotlight
QC ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER
The Quezon City Government through the city’s Animal Welfare and Rehabilitation Program has established an adoption center for impounded and neglected animals.
The 450-square meter pet adoption center in Barangay Payatas can provide temporary homes for up to 60 animals until they find a new family. The facility also has a surgery room for dogs and cats that need to be neutered, or spayed, and for other animals that need immediate medical attention.
WORLD RABIES DAY AND RABIES AWARENESS MONTH
In the Philippines, World Rabies Day and Rabies Awareness Month are observed at the national and local government, and have been endorsed by international human and veterinary health organizations. The Quezon City Veterinary Depatment conducts a yearly celebration to ensure that the community and the pet owners are educated on the importance of rabies vaccination and responsible pet ownership through rabies awareness workshops while providing free veterinary services to all participants.
WORLD SPAY DAY 2023
World Spay Day is an international celebration that promotes the spaying of animals to help solve the increase of our world’s pet population. In line with this, the Quezon City Veterinary Department conducted free spay and neuter for the cats of Quezon Memorial Circle to help maintain the health and wellness of the cats.
WORLD ZOONOSES DAY 2023
World Zoonoses Day commemorates the first rabies vaccine given on July 6, 1885. The Quezon City Veterinary Department conducted free veterinary services for dogs and cats, to help achieve a rabies-free Quezon City.
DISTRICT PET CARAVANS
The veterinary district services unit joins in the Mayor’s agenda of providing the services offered at the City Hall via District Caravans.
QUEZON CITY VETERINARY RESPONSE TEAM
Being within the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Philippines is home to countless numbers of tectonic movements and other natural disasters. CVD trains its personnel to be primary responders towards animals involved in disasters. A Quick Response Team has been formed to provide proactive service including immediate retrieval and rescue of injured animals involved in fires, road accidents, and structural damage, together with the DRRMO. Where possible, no pets are left behind by any person in any disaster situations.
KADIWA COLD CHAIN PROJECT
In late 2019, Quezon City was one of the cities affected by African Swine Fever which caused death to pigs. During this time, the demand for pork and meat were managed by importing frozen meats. In coordination with the Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Animal Industry, CVD distributed 96 freezers in different markets of the city. The Kadiwa Cold Chain Project aims to modernize the storage of meat products for the Qualified Meat Vendors in Quezon City.
Downloadable Forms
Animal Care Surgery Consent Form
Pet Registration and Vaccination Form
Resources
CVD CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2025
CVD CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2024
CVD CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2023
CVD CITIZEN'S CHARTER 2022
SP-3494-S-2026
