Some participants donned matching costumes with their pets, from bridal gowns to vampires and goblins. Others took a unique approach and dressed their pets as their favorite dish or accessory.
Christina Jose, one of the pet show's participants, said it took weeks to prepare their matching angel warrior costumes, but the effort was worth it.
"This is important for both of us because this is the perfect time to bond with each other and with other dogs, as well as with our friends who liked attending these events," she said.
Michael Villegas, who made his dog's costume out of recycled materials, said the show can be about more than just Halloween.
"This can be a campaign for the environment because we can promote saving nature or the earth by showing that these costumes are made from recycled materials that you can find anywhere," he said.
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls senior vice president and show organizer, Tefel Pesigan-Valentino, said the annual Halloween pet show aimed to strengthen bonds between owners and their pets as well as increasing awareness of animal rights.
The Philippine Animal Welfare Society said it has documented at least 60 cases of animal cruelty in early 2015.
The Philippines has laws against torturing animals, which are punishable by imprisonment or a fine.
source: www.abs-cbnnews.com
