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Community & Membership

Find your place
in the pack.

A stronger canine community starts with people who are willing to learn, share knowledge, and take responsibility.

Community projects

9 projects. Pick yours.

Every project sits under one of our programs and has its own page with updates, polls, events, and a donation box.

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project follows

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Upcoming

Canine Training and Obedience

Responsible Dog Ownership Campaign

A community education initiative on proper care, vaccination, identification, humane treatment, and lifelong responsibility for dogs.

UpdatesOpen pollDonation box

₱5,500

raised of ₱20,000

28%

89 followersJoin in
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Upcoming

Agility and Canine Sports

Dog Sports Program

Agility, obedience, and fun-run events that build the handler–dog partnership rescue work depends on.

UpdatesOpen pollDonation box

₱3,200

raised of ₱15,000

21%

54 followersJoin in
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Ongoing

Rehabilitation and Second Chances

Rescue & Rehabilitation Program

Coordinated rescue, temporary shelter, and rehabilitation for abandoned, abused, and stray dogs across Davao City — toward recovery and responsible rehoming.

148 followersJoin in
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Upcoming

Search and Rescue

Animal Disaster Response Team

Emergency planning, evacuation, and relief for animals affected by floods, fires, and other disasters in the Davao region.

63 followersJoin in
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Ongoing

Behavioral Development

Paws & Learn Education Drive

Seminars, barangay orientations, and information campaigns on animal welfare, protection, and humane treatment.

96 followersJoin in
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Ongoing

Rehabilitation and Second Chances

Bantay Aso Assistance Fund

Direct assistance — food, medicine, and vet support — for animals of members and community families in urgent need.

Donation box

₱8,600

raised of ₱30,000

29%

74 followersJoin in
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Ongoing

Pack-wide

The 8 Pack Volunteer Corps

The heart of The 8 Pack — organizing volunteers for rescues, events, clean-ups, and community activities across the city.

210 followersJoin in
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Upcoming

Pack-wide

Give-a-Bone Fundraising Drive

Fundraising campaigns, donation drives, and resource development that keep every The 8 Pack program running.

Donation box

₱24,500

raised of ₱100,000

25%

55 followersJoin in
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Ongoing

Pack-wide

Partners for Paws Network

Building partnerships with vet clinics, pet shops, businesses, LGUs, and other groups to expand The 8 Pack's reach and member benefits.

41 followersJoin in

Committees

Help run the pack

11 member committees across 4 divisions keep everything moving. Each one runs a project and welcomes new hands.

See all committees
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People and their dogs meeting outdoors
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Who we welcome

Everyone who loves dogs and wants to do right by them

The 8 Pack welcomes people who are passionate about dogs and committed to their well-being—from first-time dog owners and experienced handlers to trainers, canine sports enthusiasts, volunteers, and welfare advocates.

We aim to create opportunities for members to participate in learning activities, training sessions, workshops, community events, and canine sports as programs become available.

Being part of The 8 Pack means contributing to a culture of respect, responsible ownership, continued learning, and care for dogs and the people around them.

Different dogs. Different journeys. One community.

Safety

Safety Is Part of Responsible Dog Ownership

We encourage every dog owner to understand their dog's needs, maintain appropriate supervision and control, respect the space of other dogs and people, and seek qualified help when behavioral or welfare concerns arise.

Safe handling and responsible leash practices.

Respect for personal space and canine boundaries.

Humane training and appropriate management.

Proper veterinary care and preventive health measures.

Responsible participation in group activities and dog sports.

Early professional intervention for significant behavioral concerns.

Every dog is an individual. Responsible ownership means recognizing what each dog needs to participate safely and comfortably in a given environment.

Eight founders started it.
You make it a pack.

Meet the founders, then apply for membership to join projects and events.