The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), in collaboration with the Animal Kingdom Foundation and Soi Dog Foundation, encountered a distressing scene upon arrival. Seven dogs were discovered crammed inside a small enclosure, some with their mouths still tied shut.

This shocking discovery serves as an alarming indication that dogs are being prepared for sale and subsequent slaughter.

Authorities are currently investigating whether the arrested suspect is a member of a group operating in Central Luzon that is engaged in the dog meat trade, according to the Animal Kingdom Foundation.

Bueno may potentially face charges under the Animal Welfare Act, carrying penalties of imprisonment ranging from six months to two years, along with fines reaching up to P100,000 pesos

This operation underscores the ongoing battle against the illegal dog meat trade, shedding light on the need for stringent enforcement of laws aimed at protecting animals and curbing such inhumane practices.