Animal welfare organisation calls for responsible New Year’s celebrations without fireworks More The FOUR PAWS Model Solution for ending the illegal puppy trade More Regulating online puppy trade with the help of technology More The EU must listen to our voices – more than 1.5 million ask for a Fur Free Europe More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More Cost of Living Crisis for Pet Owners More FOUR PAWS Shopping Guide More Timeline of progressive steps as FOUR PAWS is working intensively to change existing legislation More Stop Cruel live animal Transports – Move the System, not the Animals! More FOUR PAWS concerned as role of food systems and animal welfare are neglected More Our top wins from the year, plus some tips on animal-friendly gift giving for the holidays More Shedding light on the silent suffering of mulesed sheep, and why mulesing with pain relief is far from the best long-term solution to dealing with flystrike More Another victim of the ruthless tiger trade More A timeline of our actions to help the #KarachiElephants More Global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS on today’s presentations of the European Commission on animal welfare-related topics More Ramba was illegally kept as a status symbol pet in a private home More FOUR PAWS and Hoi An People’s Committee successfully worked together to end Dog and Cat Meat Trade More FOUR PAWS urges a change in global food systems to prevent climate catastrophe as Global Stocktake establishes future course More New FOUR PAWS report into international puppy trade exposes animal cruelty More FOUR PAWS’ investigation highlights how deceptive dealers cash in on the illegal puppy trade across Europe More In a historic move, South Korea is paving the way for other countries to follow suit More Animal welfare is firmly on the agenda for many fashion brands, but turning this sentiment into action is the critical next step More FOUR PAWS analysis of 100 major brands exposes critical gaps and poor performers in animal welfare More FOUR PAWS calls for collective action to tackle massive global health threat More Modern farming systems are causing severe animal cruelty More Starving lions, hyenas, and wildcats were relocated to temporary safe space More Preparation of the next leg of the journey has started More Wildlife experts prevent breeding and improve keeping conditions at rescue centre More FOUR PAWS expects signal for animal welfare revision in next year’s EU elections More FOUR PAWS underlines importance of next year´s European elections for a revision of animal welfare legislation More FOUR PAWS aims to expedite an end to the private keeping of bears in Slovenia More More than 30 animals desperately need to be evacuated from a conflict zone More Previously held in a tiny cage, the female Asiatic black bear has finally arrived at BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh More The event was held across Vietnam and organised by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS More FOUR PAWS advocates for an end of fur farming More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More The EU must listen to our voices – more than 1.5 million ask for a Fur Free Europe More Over 300,000 EU citizens have signed a petition More The FOUR PAWS Model Solution for ending the illegal puppy trade More New study shows 250 million poultry have been culled around the world due to outbreak More The survey comes out just after the European Commission’s announcement of its 2024 plans which miss out key revisions of the animal welfare legislation More Without increased action, Vietnam’s remaining bile bears will continue to suffer and slowly die More World Health Summit reiterates the need for a global pandemic accord More Nikola is growing up into a strong and confident lion More Only one of the four-promised legislative proposals on animal welfare is set to be delivered More Learn more about our principles and how we work at FOUR PAWS More Save the date for the FOUR PAWS webinar More The white tigress has moved into a bigger enclosure More The European Citizens Initiative to outlaw fur farming across all EU Member States receives overwhelming support from three European Parliamentary key committees More A demonstration outside the European Commission's headquarters saw speeches from key organisations MEPs urging the commission for stronger action More Almost 1.4 million citizens have called to end the caging of farm animals in Europe More Timeline of progressive steps as FOUR PAWS is working intensively to change existing legislation More Two Million Signatures show immense support to end the dog and cat meat trade worldwide More The European Commission set to miss deadline to honour European Citizens' Initiative to End the Cage Age More FOUR PAWS gave recommendations over a month ago but officials lack an answer More FOUR PAWS advocates for animal welfare at high-level industry event in Northern Italy More The ban will begin in January 2027 More FOUR PAWS supports Vietnamese authorities with rabies vaccination drive More The Political Declaration on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response must deliver More The severe bird flu outbreak is causing the South African government to encourage farmers to step up biosecurity measures More If signed into law by the President, the ban will be implemented in 2027 More How to become your pet’s best friend? More Finnish Food Authority announce new measures to tackle the spread of avian influenza More In light of recent weather extremes, cuts on meat and dairy are burningly needed More FOUR PAWS expresses disappointment with the European Commission’s lack of ambition with animal welfare in this last address of its legislative mandate More New report reveals animal losses and economic costs More A story of healing and hope More From rescued stray to beloved AAI team member More 50,000 people sign the demand within 24 hours More Even if there are many detailed legal requirements on how to deal with animals at the slaughterhouse, violations occur again and again More Behind every meat consumed, there is always a living being that has been slaughtered More A young big cat in the middle of war More No hope for recovery: FOUR PAWS lost fight for bile bear’s life shortly after emergency rescue More Bringing hope to Moldova’s strays More United for Ukraine’s homeless pets More Tackling Bulgaria’s stray animal challenge with compassion More A journey towards humane dog population management More Bird flu outbreak sparks pandemic concerns More Global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS welcomes this recent decision More Our work is based on transparency More Relocation of elephant Madhubala given green light by Mayor More The suffering from traits as a result from highly specialised breeding More A result of the latest bird flu outbreak More FOUR PAWS partners with artist Sonny Sundancer to paint a tiger mural in New York City More The only humane and sustainable solution to protect millions of stray dogs and cats worldwide More With over 300 eggs per year: the high-performance chickens in the egg industry More What is the suffering behind chicken meat? More There's a lot more to chickens than being simple egg and meat suppliers More Our dedication knows no borders More Everything you need to know about homeless pets and our work for them More Often seen as nuisances but in need of love, help and care More Make sure animals don’t suffer in silence as seemingly harmless interactions are often problematic More The FOUR PAWS Model Solution for ending the illegal puppy trade More Regulating online puppy trade with the help of technology More Cat food was contaminated with avian influenza More Announcement of Finnish Food Authority to prevent the spread of the bird flu More Why is it so important for Stray Animal Care? More FOUR PAWS commissioned the piece to celebrate 50th anniversary of the U.S. Endangered Species Act More Order of Finnish authorities after bird flu outbreak More UN Food Summit aims for transformation More An essential component in the design of effective stray animal programmes More After years of abuse at an illegal breeding farm in Argentina, the Bengal Tigers are now at home in Al Ma'wa More Leaving the country with your dog, cat or other pets into neighbouring countries More The South Korean government is planning on checks at animal protection centres in the whole country More A victim of the ruthless tiger trade More The Asiatic black bear sadly passed away More Animal welfare groups advocated for the recognition of animals' pivotal role in communities More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More The brave survivor from Moldova More The truth behind the tourist attraction of cuddling and walking with a lion cub More Statement from FOUR PAWS More Accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development a key topic for the group More Leading animal welfare organisation says the bird flu outbreak in Finland part of a wider problem across Europe More A two-part Wear it Kind sustainability report, outlining the steps that brands can take to produce animal-free fashion and lessen their impact on the planet. More FOUR PAWS’ new report reveals true costs for animals and climate and future-fit alternatives to fur and other animal-derived materials More Animal welfare organisation calls for an overhaul of global food systems to tackle the problem More Recognise suffering of transported animals and take action More Italian veterinary services have confirmed that five dogs and one cat in Brescia have been diagnosed with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) More Today, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS launched its most ambitious campaign action yet, to end the dog and cat meat trade in Vietnam More FOUR PAWS calls the decision “disappointing” and “regressive” More FOUR PAWS calls for a full and independent report into the documentary's findings More If global food security and environmental targets are to be met More FOUR PAWS welcomes the adoption of the proposal for an EU Soil Law but brings attention to the absence of provisions on livestock farming More Global animal welfare organisation calls the situation “deeply worrying” More Austria, Germany and the Netherlands led calls to support for a ban on fur farming More The primates of the forest love to cover their heads with leaves, but why? More FOUR PAWS welcomes step towards higher animal welfare by switching to certified wool More A how-to guide to keep your cat hydrated and entertained More What pet owners should know to keep their four-legged friends safe More What you should know about animal transport More FOUR PAWS helps design ba&sh animal welfare policy More FOUR PAWS transferred the former restaurant bears to BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz More Support our work and help animals More The devastating loss of life of animals in barn fires More The sisters are exploring their new home More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More The EU must listen to our voices – more than 1.5 million ask for a Fur Free Europe More A danger to your dog’s paws More FOUR PAWS had hoped that negotiations would finally recognise the need for a holistic approach to food systems More Over One Million EU Citizens Say They Want Fur Farms to be Outlawed Across All Member States More FOUR PAWS warns of tourist attractions that cruelly profit off big cats More For the first time ever the international policy platform has included animal welfare it is RBC guidelines More Before the rescued orangutans can be reintroduced into the wild, some vital skills are needed to ensure their survival More FOUR PAWS brings lioness Vasylyna to its FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary in the Netherlands More A young big cat in the middle of war More FOUR PAWS and other health, environmental and conservational organisations encourage governments to not renege on delivering key pandemic treaty fulfilments More FOUR PAWS is sending pet food and cages to help animals affected by the catastrophe More FOUR PAWS is willing to support further in Argentina, improving the lives of captive big cats More Thinking about buying a puppy? Follow these steps! More FOUR PAWS investigates more animal welfare on French goat farms More The FOUR PAWS-run wild animal sanctuary in Kosovo currently houses 20 rescued bears More Inside the big cat farming industry for tourism More Two rescued Bengal tigers arrive safely in Jordan More FOUR PAWS en route to bring two tigers rescued from illegal breeding farm to wildlife sanctuary in Jordan More These tigers deserve a better life More FOUR PAWS hands over open brand letter to Australian wool industry More After being rescued, many of our animals go through a mental and physical transformation More FOUR PAWS ranks Mars, Nestlé & Co. with regards to dairy reduction strategies More Which leading chocolate companies focus on animal welfare, climate and binding dairy reduction strategies? More Timeline of progressive steps as FOUR PAWS is working intensively to change existing legislation More 9 animal-friendly Mothers Day ideas that come from the heart More FOUR PAWS rescued Mark in December 2022 and brought him to its BEAR SANCTUARY Arbesbach More A timeline of our actions to help the #KarachiElephants More Support an end to the cruel dog and cat meat trade in Vietnam More The war is also affecting animals – how you can support More FOUR PAWS experts worked tirelessly to help save her life More Europe has surpassed the bearable meat consumption already by April More Celebrate the world class vets at the helm of our emergency rescue missions More European Court of Auditors demand for urgent change More Protect your beloved animals from poisonous plants in your home and garden More Update on Mark and his new life at BEAR SANCTUARY Arbesbach in Austria More Rescued from the dog meat trade, 5 heroes await new homes in Switzerland More Due to the mild weather, ticks are now active almost all year round More Caution helps to protect dogs and cats More Guide on wild animals: How to deal with them properly? More FOUR PAWS advises: Only pile up firing piles shortly before lighting More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More FOUR PAWS in Pakistan: “With proper care, rehabilitation is possible for Noor Jehan” More Which bear will be the champion of sleep? More Two of Pakistan’s last four captive African elephants at Karachi Zoo live in dire conditions despite expert recommendation for relocation More FOUR PAWS' Stray Animal Care project in Moldova More A blog post by photographer and animal advocate Sophie Gamand More Tips on how to help young wild animals More Guide for animal lovers: what you can do for young wild animals More Guide for animal lovers: tips for saving squirrel babies More Some Easter traditions and treats may have cruelty behind them More Advice for pet owners: expect a 'hairy' spring and autumn More Let wild animals raise their babies in peace More Written Statement to the European Commission More Sterilisation and treatment of 140 cats and dogs at one of the biggest shelters in the Kyiv region More Authorities ban trade to tackle rabies and animal cruelty More How the pandemic instrument can prevent pandemics and enable equity More Unneutered cats can produce unwanted offspring during this period More Is your workplace committed to cultivating a plant-based diet? More Support our work and help animals More FOUR PAWS' guides on how to make your garden safe for animals More Bans or restrictions on the keeping of animals in circuses More Crucial need for animal food and veterinary care after devastating earthquakes More The Mission team travels to Jindires, where residents are desperate for support following the earthquakes More A-List Hollywood actors alongside global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS celebrate “watershed” moment in the campaign to end the dog meat trade in Southeast Asia More FOUR PAWS' relief efforts to help animals in the earthquake zones More After two years of meticulous preparations, the big cats arrived at their new home at Al Maꞌwa Wildlife Reserve More FOUR PAWS rescued four tigers in 2022 after more than 15 years in a train carriage More Ten lions were transferred from the Gauteng Province of South Africa to LIONSROCK More Which bear will be the champion of sleep? More Saved from the streets, miracle kittens found special care More A FOUR PAWS statement More A FOUR PAWS statement More FOUR PAWS provides food and veterinary care for animals affected by the recent earthquakes More World Spay Day advocates spaying and neutering as a proven means of saving lives More Several NGOs urge WHO and Member States to put animal welfare at the centre of WHO Pandemic Treaty More FOUR PAWS latest help focuses on protecting stray cats in five cities in Ukraine More FOUR PAWS and partner NGOs deliver vital support to dogs, cats and farm animals More Help for animals in Türkiye (Turkey) and Syria More Support our work and help animals More A bundle of energy rescued from private keeping More Meet the happy rescued animal couples who call our sanctuaries home More #FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far More Essential tips on enjoying safe hiking adventures with your dog More Five animal-friendly tips to make your heart beat faster this Valentine's Day More FOUR PAWS asks walkers for increased attention for wild animals More A FOUR PAWS statement More Celebrating achievements and accomplishments in the fight against the big cat trade in South Africa More 94% of South Africans say big cats should be better protected by the country’s laws and regulations More Trapped for the first 6 years of her life More After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free More Global Animal Welfare Organisation Welcomes Yet Another Luxury Brand to Go Fur Free More Commissioner tells member states More #TrainTigers from Argentina no longer have to live in a train More After two years of meticulous preparations, the big cats arrived at their new home at Al Maꞌwa Wildlife Reserve More Exposé comes as more than 1.3 million EU citizens so far have signed the EU-wide petition for a #FurFreeEurope More FOUR PAWS alarmed, calling on EU Agricultural Ministers to stop suffering of livestock More A guide for animal friends: what to do if you have just found a hedgehog More FOUR PAWS gives tips on what pet owners should look out for More After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free More Essential tips on enjoying safe hiking adventures with your dog More Recovering from being kept as a pet in a tiny cage More We are able to help more animals in India and around the globe More State-of-the-art ethical tourism and animal welfare education in South Africa More What to do if you find a dog or cat without an owner More Helpful tips for pet owners in a difficult situation More Learn more about why pet owners abandon their animals More Leaving dogs and cats behind harms the animals, their owners and shelters More Every day around the globe, hundreds of thousands of animals are abandoned by their owners More Dumping an animal is illegal and leads to misery, fear and loneliness More Support even in the most difficult times – Project Kishka More Animals and their positive effect on the physical health of humans More Animals and their positive impact on the mental health of people More The positive effects of animal-assisted interventions More Take a look back at all we have accomplished together! 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