USAVA partners with FOUR PAWS in urgent need for stray animals in war-torn Ukrainian cities More A FOUR PAWS statement on COP15 More A how-to guide to making your rabbit enclosure winter-proof More Your pet and fireworks: what you need to know More Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! More Road salt, gravel and snow – keep your beloved friend safe in the cold season More FOUR PAWS highlights the dangers of buying a puppy as a gift More After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free More A raw food diet needs to be tailored to your pet More Important points regarding healthy nutrition for cats More Important points regarding a healthy nutrition for dogs More What you need to consider for dogs and cats More Conscious pet feeding can have a positive effect on the climate More Common symptoms and how you can help your pet More A balanced diet is a key component to the welfare of a pet More Key decisions from the global wildlife trade summit More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More With bear Mark’s rescue, FOUR PAWS closed a chapter of cruel animal keeping in Albania More FOUR PAWS transfers bear Mark to its BEAR SANCTUARY Arbesbach in Austria More Gifting someone a pet puts them at risk of ending up in shelters More Tips for cat owners: how to help your feline friend recover More How FOUR PAWS' Project Kishka helps stray cats in Ukraine More The climate emergency demands a solidarity pact amongst nations – not a quick fix More Bringing your cat with outdoor access safe through the cold season More A guide for owners of dogs, cats and small rodents More FOUR PAWS recommends animal-friendly food options More A guide for animal lovers More A guide for pet owners: dangers under the Christmas tree More Keeping your four-legged friends happy and safe in the cold season More Swift recovery for your four-legged patient More Abandoned in a destroyed backyard in war-torn Ukraine More From wool to down – have a heart for animals when shopping More Snuggling is not only good for us, but also for the animals we share our lives with More How you can help the little visitors in the cold season More FOUR PAWS celebrates “Fur Free Friday” with current UN figures showing decline of fur industry More FOUR PAWS appeals to pet owners to not give up on their pets and advises how to save money on pet expenses in the face of rising costs More FOUR PAWS recommendations f o r the Muscat Ministerial Manifesto on AMR More The war is also affecting animals – how you can support More Stolen for the illegal wildlife trade, two orphaned bear cubs are safe now More FOUR PAWS welcomes this as a starting point but insists more needs to be done at a UN level to tackle the climate emergency More FOUR PAWS urges governments to prioritise food systems to meet global climate targets More FOUR PAWS successfully transfers two big cats after two years of preparations More Beautiful pictures from our rescued animals enjoying the season More Programme provides free online training for animal shelters More Demands include phasing out all tiger farms, and imposing trade sanctions on governments that contravene CITES Decisions More New measures include consumer demand reduction to help stem wildlife trade More Can anything be done at CITES CoP19 to help prevent it? More FOUR PAWS position papers on One Health and the importance of preventi ng zoonotic diseases at source More A fresh start for the young bear after being kept in a tiny cage More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More Blog by Sarah Locke, Head of Programmes, FOUR PAWS South Africa More How to prepare your flora so it's fauna-friendly for winter More FOUR PAWS supports European Citizens' Initiative for a fur-free Europe More The European Citizens Initiative to ban fur farms across the European Union has 50% of the names needed to become reality More New footage shows live plucking is still happening for feather and down More FOUR PAWS reveals animal welfare violations on almost half of investigated farms More Trapped for the first 6 years of her life More Bear farming lynchpin Hanoi still accounts for most of the country’s captive bears More This FOUR PAWS publication addresses governments to put food and farming at the heart of urgent climate action More A new FOUR PAWS report reveals the missing strategies in DACH and UK More Are leading food retailers prioritising meat reduction and increasing plant-based foods? More What to keep in mind when visiting a sanctuary More How to prevent collisions with wild animals – and what to do in case of an emergency More FOUR PAWS welcomes Hoi An City People’s Committee's progressive actions to protect dogs, cats, and people More FOUR PAWS continues its support of stray animals and shelters across the country More Why you should focus on your canine companion More The German and French Agricultural delegations have written to the European Commission calling for a ban More FOUR PAWS teams up with US-fitness influencer Rebecca Louise More Over 400,000 EU citizens sign up to say no to fur farming More Making the move go smoothly for your furry friend More New FOUR PAWS report reveals how unprecedented demand during the COVID-19 pandemic fueled the illegal puppy trade in Europe More Food systems transformation to take centre stage at first Food4Climate pavilion at annual UN climate summit More How unprecedented demand during the pandemic fuelled the illegal puppy trade in Europe – a FOUR PAWS report More FOUR PAWS calls for global leadership and legislation in recognising of the interlinkage between animal welfare, humans, and the environment on World Animal Day More The Food4Climate Pavilion will cover 130 square metres and feature 10 food and agriculture topics More How to keep your pet busy and entertained during the cosy fall season More FOUR PAWS welcomes this decision and calls on EU to follow suit More FOUR PAWS advocates for an end of fur farming More Members of the tourism sector joined FOUR PAWS in the pledge to end the dog and cat meat trade in Southeast Asia. More World Rabies Day Highlights the Need for Global Action Against Dog Meat Trade More Overnight, I became a caregiver to 61 dogs after one of the biggest rescues from the dog meat trade in Cambodia More Developing and validating a welfare assessment tool for brown bears More Trapped for the first 6 years of her life More A quarter of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions results from food and agriculture More A FOUR PAWS statement More A FOUR PAWS statement More A guide for animal friends: what to do if you have just found a hedgehog More BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa welcomes Iva in species-appropriate surroundings More Key stakeholders in global health and policymakers in Geneva discuss ingredients for an effective treaty on pandemics in an event led by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS More A letter by UNFCCC (United Framework Convention on Climate Change) Action Group More No more entertaining – a new life awaits the Ukrainian restaurant bear More What is harmless to humans can be deadly to your companion More A guide to keep your furry friend happy and healthy More FOUR PAWS takes in bear from war-torn Donetsk region at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr More A guide for pet owners: essentials to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy during the fall season More Blog by Ruxandra Cracea, Wildlife Trade Campaigner, FOUR PAWS More How to recognise the disease and what you can do for your pet More FOUR PAWS rescued Kaavan in 2020 and flew him to Cambodia in “heaviest” mission yet More Tiny creature, irritating bite – how pet owners can protect their furry friends More International vet team from FOUR PAWS performs innovative super-size procedure More Why making the right choice is so important More A must-have for dog owners More Myth-busting facts about tigers More FOUR PAWS puts black cats in the spotlight More From sadness to safety: Simba and his siblings found their new home! More Former owner keeps exploiting rescued lions’ parents and one-year-old cub More From being props to life in paradise, three bears cubs begin their new lives at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr More Stolen for the illegal wildlife trade, two orphaned bear cubs are safe now More A historic moment for the fashion industry in Denmark More FOUR PAWS advocates for an end of fur farming More FOUR PAWS offers tips on giving your feline friend a relaxed holiday too More Are cat collars safe? Potential dangers cat owners must know More Susanne Penschke tells us more about her job as an animal caretaker at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz More After many years in poor captivity, a new chapter for the brown bears begins More From misery to happiness – these dogs and cats got a second chance More Leaving your dog with friends, family or in a boarding kennel More Checklists for pet owners More Not every cat is suited to be taken on a trip More How do chickens live in a cage, a barn, in free-range or in organic farming systems? More FOUR PAWS hosted event in Hanoi to handover petition to the Vietnamese government More Afien Groenhof-Westra is an animal caretaker at FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary and gives us an exclusive look behind the scenes More The co-authored studies were published on Tuesday in the world-renowned journal Science More FOUR PAWS warns of the dangers of buying a puppy online More Avoid tall grasses and fields of cereal crops to protect your dog More What to be aware of and how to behave More Little Chico was sold with neither passport, nor proof of vaccination, and with a deadly disease More FOUR PAWS ranks leading DACH & UK supermarkets on meat reduction strategies More Special in every way – cat Puma was a fighter More Always remembered – FOUR PAWS dog Helga was rescued from the illegal puppy trade More The greatest love and the greatest loss! More The loss of a much-loved animal can leave a huge void in your life More What to consider before your pet's passing More Knowing when the time has come to say goodbye More The death of a beloved animal means loosing a best friend More Selfies with bears in chains or petting lion cubs? Animal welfare should not stop on holiday! More Guide for Dog Owners: How to drive your dog relaxed in the car More The importance of keeping guinea pigs cool in the summer More A how-to guide to keep your cat hydrated and entertained More Having a swimming pool is fun, but there are risks for animals that can be prevented More Beautiful pictures of our rescued animals enjoying the season More How to plan and prepare for a trip with your furry friend More What pet owners should know to keep their four-legged friends safe More Guide for dog owners: Ideas for a dog-friendly vacation More FOUR PAWS 'Brand Letter of Intent' calls on Wool Industry to stop mutilation of lambs More Accommodating animals according to their needs More Chief Animal Caretaker for big cats, Christopher Nunheim, gives us an exclusive look behind the scenes at the wild animal sanctuary in Germany More A danger to your dog’s paws More Why you should never leave your dog in the car in warm weather More A traumatic start in life with a happy ending More FOUR PAWS transfers rescued lion Nikola from Montenegro to FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary More Overly attached to humans, he will stay under care for the rest of his life More This is the third conviction of a dog meat trafficker since the national government’s declaration in 2018 that 'dogs are not food' More Painful interventions are carried out on cattle without anaesthesia More Without her vital vaccinations, Bella fell ill with canine parvovirus and her family did everything they could to save her More FOUR PAWS Animal Assisted Therapy programme provides emotional support and PTSD prevention More FOUR PAWS welcomes strong signal and urges market leader to switch to certified wool to help prevent the mutilation of lambs More FOUR PAWS delivers help in full capacity again for homeless dogs and cats across the country More Animal welfare groups join forces in historical coalition to demand an end to this savage practice More Urgent and decisive action needed More Stolen for the illegal wildlife trade, two orphaned bear cubs are safe now More What can you do if your dog doesn’t like being left home alone? More Your pet and fireworks: what you need to know More How can fear, anxiety and phobia be prevented or eased? More What are the differences? More Our pets can experience fear and anxiety just like we do More Regulating online puppy trade with the help of technology More FOUR PAWS and Europetnet launch ‘VeriPet’ in Switzerland to significantly reduce the illegal online puppy trade More FOUR PAWS transfers two brown bears to new home in the Swiss alps More FOUR PAWS rescues two Asiatic black bears from the illegal wildlife trade More Today, NGOs, with the support of several MEPs, marks the launch of the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) which aims to achieve an EU-wide ban on fur farming More Poor breeding conditions left both of Elina’s puppies fighting for their lives More Reggie immediately became seriously unwell, leading to Richard starting a campaign against the illegal puppy trade More Cuteness overload – Some of our rescued animals are here to brighten up your day! More Reasons for the trend and what cat owners should know More After 8 long months of emotional turmoil and stress, Christine is still dealing with the ramifications of the illegal puppy trade More FOUR PAWS opens exhibition in remembrance of the last “dancing bears” More FOUR PAWS partners with Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) to provide relief for war-torn zoos More 9 animal-friendly Mothers Day ideas that come from the heart More Animal Caretaker Bianca Wöhlke gives us a look behind the scenes at the German bear sanctuary More Emergency food delivery for zoo animals in Ukraine More FOUR PAWS together with pro athletes call on sportswear giant to “Just Don't Do It” More A scientific project to determine the most sustainable, effective, and efficient method of managing the number of stray dogs More Some Easter traditions and treats may have cruelty behind them More Trafficker, Guruh Tri Susilo, was sentenced to 17 months' imprisonment for trading in stolen dogs for human consumption More Read more in the new European Commission study More Biggest manufacturer Nike without clear commitment to phase out from animal cruelty methods More European Commission consultation shows that vast majority of its citizens want stronger animal welfare legislation More Ukrainian zoos at risk of running out of food supplies – FOUR PAWS acting upon official request from Ukrainian authorities More We are sad to announce that we had to say farewell to this very special tigress More FOUR PAWS and partners provide urgent help for thousands of dogs and cats More FOUR PAWS rescued four tigers from a train carriage in Argentina in early March More No more entertaining – a new life awaits the Ukrainian restaurant bear More From life behind bars to paradise: Almost two decades in captivity are over More FOUR PAWS rescues former ‘restaurant bear’ in Ukraine More A new platform distributes food and supplies to shelters where help is needed the most More Four out of five companies have policies in place, but the food industry must move faster to deliver meaningful welfare impacts More FOUR PAWS transfers four rescued tigers to LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary More Support our work and help animals More FOUR PAWS rescues four tigers after more than 15 years in train carriage More More and more fashion brands have pledged to ban real fur More The war is also affecting animals – how you can support More FOUR PAWS takes in animals from partner organisation in Kyiv region More Neighbouring countries take in pets, bears in Ukrainian sanctuary are being kept safe More Developing the international pandemic instrument More This "Hospital on Wheels" will help animals with a veterinarian providing ‘on-site’ treatment for sick and injured street animals. More About the Canadian pig lady "Ernestine" and the shockingly short life span of pigs in the pig fattening husbandry systems More Comparing the natural lifespan of sheep with their lifespan in intensive farming paints a sad picture More A cow named "Milla" celebrated her 25th birthday on a farm in 2016 – but only a few cows have this happiness More The oldest chicken in the world was 22 years old when she died – but in the egg industry, millions of chickens die already as chicks More The resolution had unanimous support from Member States highlighting the nexus between animal welfare, environment, and sustainable development More Leaving the country with your dog, cat or other pets into neighbouring countries More Major UN summit opening session begins today with key votes to come on historic nexus resolution later in the week More Stuck in a train carriage for 15 years More FOUR PAWS to rescue and relocate ‘train tigers’ to its LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary More The report is harshly criticised by NGOs for lacking ambition and ignoring scientific discoveries of the last decade More Bear farming lynchpin Hanoi remains inactive in phasing out the cruel practice More According to their individual needs, our rescued animals get to experience social bonds in a safe environment More FOUR PAWS and a cohort of leading animal welfare organisations point out that the report is “not fit for purpose” and urge MEPs in an open letter to vote down the report and instead adopt the opinion provided by the ENVI Committee More Five animal-friendly tips to make your heart beat faster this Valentine's Day More Lamb or mutton – the suffering in sheep husbandry More Powerful bite – tips for keeping your pet's teeth clean and healthy More FOUR PAWS, the global animal welfare organisation, publishes guidance document to support governments in complying with the new regulations. More An investigative report into the big cat farming in South Africa and the need for international action More New FOUR PAWS report reveals South Africa’s key role in cruel global big cat trade More The orphans go through levels of education at the ORANGUTAN FOREST SCHOOL in Borneo More What characterizes these large carnivores and how do they spend their lives in the wild? More FOUR PAWS, applauds iconic fashion brand showing more compassion in fashion More FOUR PAWS guidance report More FOUR PAWS asks walkers for increased attention for wild animals More Global animal welfare organisation, FOUR PAWS, welcome decision that luxury brand goes fur free More See the happiness of our rescued animals. Your donation can make a change! More Global Animal Welfare Organisation, FOUR PAWS, called it a “Historic Missed Opportunity” More Snuggling is not only good for us, but also for the animals we share our lives with More Perhaps you can find some new years resolution inspiration from our rescued animals who try to stay fit with yoga! More These four phrases are all used in our daily lives. But do they hold up to the facts? More Petition handover by FOUR PAWS to MEP Tilly Metz More The Ukrainian circus and restaurant bear finally gets her freedom More How billions of male chicks die in egg production More How do chickens live in a cage, a barn, in free-range or in organic farming systems? More With over 300 eggs per year: the high-performance chickens in the egg industry More What is the suffering behind chicken meat? More FOUR PAWS CEO welcomes lions to FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary Watch now Animals and their positive impact on the mental health of people More Animals and their positive effect on the physical health of humans More The positive effects of animal-assisted interventions More FOUR PAWS orangutan project combines species, environment, and climate protection More The last bile bear in Son La province is finally rescued More What to do if you find a dog or cat without an owner More Global animal welfare organisation granted observer status at key UN summit and calls for transformational change on production and consumption globally More Find out more about our work in the last year Here Be part of our mission to end animal suffering Act now Please find here all press related intormation More
