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Pets Date Night, Boehringer Ingelheim’s signature event, celebrates the special bond between pets and their families and highlights the importance of preventive care in keeping pets healthy year-round.

Now in its fifth year, the celebration showcases the joy pets bring to Filipino households while reinforcing responsible pet ownership and preventive pet healthcare. This year’s event offered families more ways to learn and connect, featuring educational talks, carnival games, free treats, a pet fashion show, veterinary check-ups, interactive activities, lively performances, and a captivating light show.

The event also advanced animal welfare through partnerships with Animal Kingdom Foundation and CARA Welfare Philippines, organizations dedicated to community education, humane sheltering, and the adoption of rescued animals.

“Pets Date Night is more than a celebration—it’s a platform to champion responsible pet care, educate families, and nurture a culture where pets are truly valued. At Boehringer Ingelheim, we are committed to supporting families in caring for their pets and building healthier, happier communities.” said Dr. Michael Banawa, Head of Animal Health, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Philippines Inc.

Filipino families share their homes with an estimated 21.3 million dogs and 2.74 million cats, with about 48.3% caring for at least one companion animal. As the pet population grows, pets play an increasingly meaningful role in family life, offering companionship and everyday joy. 

Ensuring their health through timely vaccinations, regular veterinary check-ups, and comprehensive parasiticides protects both pets and the communities around them, making responsible preventive care one of the most effective ways to keep pets healthy and happy.

At the heart of the celebration, free veterinary check-ups and expert guidance reminded families that year-round parasite protection supports the health and well-being of pets and helps keep communities safe. Dr. Ross Banayo, Technical Manager, Companion Animals, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Philippines, Inc., reinforced this message by explaining that regular parasite prevention with the most complete parasite protection helps protect pets and prevents diseases from spreading in homes and communities.

“Healthy pets build healthier communities, and it all starts with preventive care,” said Dr. Banawa. “By prioritizing vaccinations, regular veterinary visits, and year-round parasite protection, families help ensure their pets’ long-term health, happiness, and well-being.”

Among the event’s highlights were the well-loved “pawricature” sessions that captured pets’ personalities through art, along with a range of carnival games. A key highlight was the returning Holitails Pawchella, where pets stole the spotlight in bohemian chic and Christmas inspired costumes and showcased their bond with their guardians. Entertainment filled the venue with energy and laughter, featuring a live performances and captivating acrobats shows

Through Pets Date Night, Boehringer Ingelheim continues to champion responsible pet care and support Filipino families in building healthy, joyful, and lasting relationships with their pets. 

This holiday season, give your pets the gift of health, prioritize regular vet check-ups, comprehensive parasite protection, and preventive care all year-round – because next-level bonds begin with the most complete parasite protection. 

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Boehringer Ingelheim brings together pets, families, and animal welfare partners for Pets Date Night 2025 at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, celebrating the special connection between people and their pets through fun activities, live performances, pet fashion showcases, and advocacy on responsible ownership and preventive care. This event underscores Boehringer Ingelheim’s ongoing commitment to promoting animal health and wellbeing, supporting families in keeping their pets happy and healthy.

Families and their pets share joyful moments at Pets Date Night, Boehringer Ingelheim’s signature celebration of the special bond they share, at Garden Ring, Ayala Malls Manila Bay. The celebration offers fun activities and promotes preventive care, highlighting the comfort, joy, and companionship pets bring to every home and encouraging families to care for them responsibly.

Dr. Michael Banawa, Head of Animal Health at Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines) Inc., opens Pets Date Night 2025 by welcoming pet families and partners and emphasizing responsible pet ownership, preventive healthcare, and the shared role communities play in advancing animal welfare.

Pets steal the spotlight in bohemian-chic, Coachella-inspired costumes at the returning Holitails Pawchella, delighting the crowd and showcasing the joy and connection that define their special bond at Boehringer Ingelheim’s Pets Date Night.

*All Photos from Boehringer Ingelheim’s Pets Date Night.