These dogs have played an integral role in the lives of Filipinos, serving as loyal companions, guardians, and even working animals.

Their resourcefulness, intelligence, and innate street-smarts have earned them the nickname "asong kalye," reflecting their association with the streets.

Various organizations and animal welfare groups are working towards providing medical care, shelter, and adoption opportunities for stray and abandoned dogs.

Additionally, initiatives have been launched to educate the public about responsible pet ownership, including spaying and neutering programs, vaccinations, and proper training.

[5] This is only from a Visayan point of view since irong Bisaya does not differ in character or physical appearance from the other askals found in the Philippines.

"[6] Aspins do not have clear lineages that contributed to what they look like today because they are bred from a diversity of mutts and mixed breeds that are roaming around Filipino streets.

Coat colors ranges from Black, Brown, White (commonly), Ginger (rare), Brindle, Gray, Cream, and Red Merle.

The Club "hoped it will be the first dog breed from the Philippines that will be recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.

"[20] "The Aso Ng Gubat is a primitive breed that has been formed through natural selection by its interaction with the environment so it's a purebred as compared to the Aspin or Askal which is a mongrel, and it has been living with indigenous Filipinos such as the Aetas and Negritos in the country's forests way before the Spaniards arrived," PCCI Corporate Secretary Fred Salud said.