News Archive

Our updates, press releases, blog posts, rescues, publications and other news – month by month

November 2024

Our updates and stories in November

Elephant Madhubala in Pakistan

Rescue Elephant Madhubala

The last captive elephant in a zoo in Pakistan begins a new chapter as she is reunited with her family


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Herd of cows in South Africa

Launch of the Animals for Climate Action Tool at COP29

An innovative solution by the World Federation for Animals


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Stray cat eating food in Beirut

Lebanon: FOUR PAWS Provides Urgent Help for Starving Stray Animals and Shelters

Ongoing conflicts have left thousands of cats and dogs homeless and in need of lifesaving help


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Stray cat in the ruins of destroyed buildings in Beirut, Lebanon.

Emergency Help for Stray Animals in Lebanon

Help us provide essential food and medical supplies to vulnerable animals caught in a conflict zone


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Group of lions and tigers laying in the grass

Breaking the Vicious Cycle of the Big Cat Industry in South Africa

New FOUR PAWS report reveals how criminal networks profit off fragmented regulations


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Male and female lion behind bars

South Africa’s Out-Of-Control Big Cat Industry – And How to Tackle It

The country’s involvement in the commercial exploitation, trade and illegal trade of big cat species


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Cow in factory farming

Our Positions on COP29

Lowering emissions through animal welfare and warning against false solutions


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Portrat of dog Cleo from the 'From Stray to Star' Photo exhibition

From Stray to Star Photo Exhibition

A new chapter for Moldova's stray dogs as they take the limelight in an exhibition


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Dog at a Christmas market

Stress-Free Throughout the Pre-Christmas Period

Tips for keeping your dog calm and safe in a hectic and crowded place


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Dogs in bad keeping conditions

The Illegal Puppy Trade in Europe: A Billion-Euro Industry That Harms Dogs and Humans Alike

New FOUR PAWS report uncovers that most dogs for sale online cannot be traced to verifiable sources


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Emergency Rescue of Two Bears in Ukraine

Rescue Bears Dina and Potapych

Safety for two young brown bears trapped in a private zoo near the front line of the war in Ukraine 


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Chickens

How Do We Fix Global Food Systems?

COP29’s Billion-Dollar Question


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Bear in cage being rescued

War in Ukraine: FOUR PAWS Provides Safe Home for Bear Couple Rescued From the Frontlines

The brown bears were rescued from a private zoo in the Donetsk region in an emergency action


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Close up of Lion Diego

FOUR PAWS Rescues Traumatised Lion From Slovakia

After years of inappropriate keeping, lion Diego will find a new home in the Netherlands at FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary


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Puppy chewing on a stick

Regulate the EU Puppy Trade now

A unique chance must be taken to stop illegal puppy traders across the EU


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Woman walking through factory farm

Eating The Future Documentary

The Documentary exposing the truth about factory farming


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Close up of cow

Premiere of Eating The Future

World Premiere of a documentary at the films for future festival


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Lion Diego in the Czech Republic

Rescue Lion Diego

Frozen in fear in an inappropriate enclosure and now in his forever home


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October 2024

Our updates and stories in October

Cattle on live transport truck

Cattle Transport Stuck at the Bulgarian-Turkish Border

FOUR PAWS statement on cattle transport stuck at the Bulgarian-Turkish border


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Calf farm in Spain

Cruel Practices in Farm Animal Husbandry

Intensive farming systems are causing severe animal cruelty


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Asiatic black bear Boogie in Pakistan

Rescue Bears Laila and Boogie

Abused their whole lives to dance and bait for human amusement


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#StopTheTrucks

Live Animal Transport: Ensuring Compliance with EU Law and Ending Animal Suffering

Reports and publications on EU transport regulation compliance and animal welfare in live animal transport


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Romania Fur Farm

Romania Bans Fur Farming While FOUR PAWS Keeps Calling for an EU-Wide Ban

Romania is becoming the 16th EU Member State to ban fur farming by 2027


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Black dog standing in a Cambodian backyard

Sunrise Surveys: Mapping Cambodia’s Stray Dog Populations

FOUR PAWS took to the streets of Siem Reap to gather data on the province’s stray dogs.


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Man with dog in his arms at the veterinary

FOUR PAWS in Ukraine: Pressing Need for Veterinary Care Continues

New project offers free veterinary treatments for stray cats and dogs as well as for pets of refugees


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Dog Mouse with her tongue out laying down

Rescue Dog Mouse

Her escape from the dog meat trade


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People signing up for the Breakin Rabies Boundaires event

Efforts to combat Rabies in Bali: Workshop, Health Days, and Student Engagement

FOUR PAWS is committed to eradicate rabies in Indonesia until 2030


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Cows being live transported in truck

Heavily Pregnant Cattle and Stillborn Calves

FOUR PAWS statement on the recent live animal transport that came to a halt at the Turkish border


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Set for the animation of the 'Be Their Voice' video

Behind the Scenes of 'Be Their Voice'

Creating the animation to help save millions of lambs


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Goat at TIERART

Mutilations of Goats

Goats are adapted to the farm environment, instead of vice versa


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Stray cat in Ukraine

Stray Animal Care in Ukraine

United for Ukraine’s homeless pets


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Lamb Sunny of the animated video 'Be Their Voice!

Be Their Voice

Watch Sunny the lamb as she uncovers the cruel truth behind live lamb cutting


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A group of young lambs

Broken Promises, Broken System

Why 140 million lambs have suffered while the Wool Industry stalls


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Be Their Voice

Hollywood Actors Support Global Campaign Against Mutilations of Australian Lambs

Over ten million lambs in Australia endure so-called live lamb cutting each year


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Merino sheep on a pasture

Australia: Failure of World’s Biggest Wool Industry to Protect 140 Million Lambs Sparks Global Campaign

New FOUR PAWS report reveals 20 years of ignoring mutilations by the Australian wool industry


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Calf with cow

Death and Suffering During Live Animal Transports in Europe

FOUR PAWS urges the EU Parliament and the Council to revise the legislation on the protection of animals during transport and end needless animal suffering


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Pig inside factory farming

Mutilations of Pigs

Pigs are adapted to the farm environment, instead of vice versa


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Chickens being live transported

Farm Animal Welfare: An Antidote for Antimicrobial Resistance

How factory farming is driving one of the greatest global health threats


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DETHRONED movie premiere poster

DETHRONED Online Screening

"When a king falls, his kingdom trembles" – join and stream the film with us online!


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Cloudy sky silhouetted against hills

Are You and Your Animals Ready for Severe Weather and Wildfires?

A guide to keeping your pets safe during storms and wildfires


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Dry land

Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

A guide for keeping your pets cool and safe this summer


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Lioness in safe enclousure

Rescue Lioness Manuschka

A fresh start after years of performing


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Tiger

Circuses Without Wild Animals

Bans or restrictions on the keeping of animals in circuses


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Dog in the snow

When Your Dog Has a Cold – What to Do

Tips for dog owners: how to help your four-legged patient recover


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Hanoi Conference

Vietnam: FOUR PAWS’ Efforts for Zoonosis Control in Second Ohp Meeting

Together with Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) against Dog and Cat Meat Trade


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Sheep poster by animal welfare ngos

Silent Suffering: Photo Exhibition Highlights Cruel Realities of Animals in Europe

The immense suffering of animals in Europe was brought to light during a photo exhibition hosted by animal welfare NGOs FOUR PAWS and Eurogroup for Animals.


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Lying cat

Cat Cold – What to Do

Tips for cat owners: how to help your feline friend recover


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September 2024

Our updates and stories in September

Elephant Duma (Charley) in South Africa

Rescue Elephant Duma (Charley)

Retiring an elephant from captivity: How elephant Charley became elephant Duma


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Floods in South Carolina, USA, after a hurricane

Flooding and Animals

Be prepared! This guide outlines steps to keep your pets and livestock safe during a flood


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Puppy with collar in Bali Indonesia

World Rabies Day: Bali Is a Dream Destination but Also a Rabies Hotspot

FOUR PAWS highlights dogs as primary source of the deadly virus to humans


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Dog Janosch and various muzzle

Muzzles for Dogs – Correct Fit and Training

Criteria for a good, suitable muzzle and tips for use


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Brown bear Mitko in Slovenia

Slovenia: Euthanasia of Captive Bear Mitko

Lack of action from authorities leads to death of brown bear


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Dogs in the Autumn

Dogs in Autumn

A guide for pet owners: essentials to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy during the fall season


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Stray cat in Indonesia

Stray Animal Care in Jakarta, Indonesia

An educational platform to provide animal welfare knowledge for public audience and veterinarians


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Fox inside a cage in fur farm

The Danger of Fur: Despite Sinking Production Numbers, Risks of a New Pandemic Are Rising

FOUR PAWS urges policymakers to ban fur farms in Europe after successful European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI)


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Two sheep laying on the grass

Animal Welfare Commissioner for European Commission

FOUR PAWS congratulates EC on landmark decision


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Lions Nikola and Vasylyna at LIONSROCK in South Africa

Rescue Lions Vasylyna & Nikola

The couple is enjoying their new life at LIONSROCK


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Lion Romeo at LIONSROCK

Rescue Lion Romeo

When your only purpose in life is to entertain others


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Michal at

Rescue Bear Michal

Rescued from a small concrete enclosure, the three-legged bear now enjoys life at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz


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Dog standing on grass

Dogs and Their Needs

Guide for dog owners: How to care for your dog’s needs


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Silver fox Mala at TIERART

Max Mara Embraces Fur Free Future

Global campaign against Italian fashion house Max Mara leads to company announcing a fur-free policy for all current and future collections


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Elephant in the Savanna

Elephant Charley Feels the African Savanna for the First Time

To prepare the 42-year-old tusker for an independent life in the wild, he is receiving special care and a rich diet of vegetables, fruits, hey and branches to gain weight


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Investigation into calf farms in Spain

Statement on the Final Report of the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of EU Agriculture

Global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS welcomes its conclusions


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August 2024

Our updates and stories in August

Bear in a cage

Failure to Act: FOUR PAWS Criticises Slovenian Authorities for Blocking Bear Rescues

For more than two years, authorities are turning a blind eye on cruel keeping of four bears, who need urgent veterinary care and rescue


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Tiger Snow in Slovakia

Rescue Tigers Snow and Sky

From private keeping in Slovakia to the skies of South Africa


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Cow being transported in truck

Boiled Alive: Deadly Summer Heat Is Killing Farm Animals During Long Distance Transports

FOUR PAWS reveals transport temperatures up to 37°C in recent investigations in Bulgaria


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Cat at home

Car Accidents Involving Cats

What to do when a cat is involved in a car accident 


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Two french bulldogs puppies

Cruel Puppy Trade Is Thriving on Facebook and Instagram

Investigations by global animal welfare organisation reveal thriving trade of puppies across Europe in breach of Meta, country and EU regulations


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Puppies inside the back of a car

Protect Puppies on Social Media

Have social media channels become a platform for cruel puppy offers?


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Bear Balou at BEAR SANCTUARY Mueritz, Germany

Splish Splash, the Bears Are Taking a Bath

Frozen fruit popsicles and cool pools help brown bears at the FOUR PAWS sanctuaries beat the summer heat


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Elephant Charley in South Africa

South Africa: Freedom for Charley the Elephant

FOUR PAWS and EMS Foundation collaborate to transition Charley after decades of work, to retirement at Shambala Private Game Reserve


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Chimpanzee in captivity

HBO’s “Chimp Crazy” and the Suffering of Captive Wild Animals Across the World

A statement from global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS


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Slovakian tiger arrives at LIONSROCK

Tiger Cubs Arrive Safely in LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Snow and Sky can now recover at their new South African forever home from their prior cruel keeping in Slovakia


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Stray dogs in Kosovo

Stray Dogs Are One of Europe’s Most Pressing Animal Welfare Issues

Half of all countries on the European continent struggle with significant stray dog populations


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Man with dog on a leash

Dog Training Basics

How do dogs learn?


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Cow inside a truck on live animal transport

Progress at EU level for Live Animal Transport

Timeline of progressive steps as FOUR PAWS is working intensively to change existing legislation


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Mink in fur farm in poland

European Elections 2024

As billions of animals are suffering in the European Union, a crucial decision for animals looms on the horizon with the upcoming elections in June


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Stray dogs in Kosovo

Stray Dogs Are One of Europe’s Most Pressing Animal Welfare Issues

Half of all countries on the European continent struggle with significant stray dog populations


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Two intertwined hands holding two cones of icecreams

Animal-Friendly Ice Cream Alternatives for Summer

Do your bit for animal welfare by opting for a plant-based cold dessert


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Fox at a fur furm

Max Mara Fashion Group Announces to Go Fur-Free

FOUR PAWS and other NGOs are applauding the company’s decision


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Man with a sheep - symbolic image for the Wear it Kind Brand Directory

FOUR PAWS Rates Over 200 Fashion Brands, Revealing Massive Shortcomings in Animal Welfare

YouGov poll showcases gap between rising consumer demand and lagging brand practices


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Woman with a fox - symbolic image for the Wear it Kind Directory

The Wear It Kind Directory

See how your favourite brands rate regarding four key animal welfare issues!


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July 2024

Our updates and stories in July

Dog lying under a table (symbolic image)

FOUR PAWS Statement on Turkish Parliament’s Vote on the Killing of Thousands of Stray Dogs

FOUR PAWS condemns the decision and calls on Turkish President Erdoğan to not ratify the law


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Savannah Cat that almost looks like a serval

Hybrid Cats – Problematic Exotic Breeds

What you should know about domestic cats mixed with wild cats


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Dog in a field

Awns: Why They Pose a Great Danger to Dogs

Avoid tall grasses and fields of cereal crops to protect your dog


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White tigress Charlota lying in green grass

FOUR PAWS on International Tiger Day: White Tigers Are Especially Vulnerable

Global animal welfare organisation calls on governments to end the ruthless trade and breeding of white tigers in captivity


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Lion at LIONSROCK

#BreakTheViciousCycle Milestones

Celebrating achievements and accomplishments in the fight against the big cat trade in South Africa


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Food delivery services

Food Delivery Services

How does your favourite food delivery service compare?


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Lioness Manuschka at the circus

FOUR PAWS Rescues Circus Lioness in Germany

Global animal welfare organisation calls for a ban of wild animals in circuses worldwide


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Australia Bans Sheep Exports: A Landmark Victory Against Animal Cruelty

Australia Bans Sheep Exports: A Landmark Victory Against Animal Cruelty

Global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS welcomes this milestone against live animal sea transports


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June 2024

Our updates and stories in June

Lambs standing in a field

Introducing the Term ‘Live Lamb Cutting’ to Replace Mulesing

FOUR PAWS alongside leading animal protection groups are calling on brands, industry stakeholders, politicians and the public to adopt the term


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Next gen mycelium materials on display at the ISPO conference in Munich

Fashion Forward: Next Generation Materials

Next generation materials are both animal friendly and strive for sustainability


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Stolen and Eaten in Vietnam: A Pet’s Highway to Hell

New report by FOUR PAWS reveals scale of illegal trafficking of dogs and cats for their meat


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Big cattle farm for meat production

Meat Exhaustion Day

Meat is eating up the planet


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Merino sheep in a field in Germany

FOUR PAWS at UN Climate Meeting: Factory Farming at the Root of Soil Degradation

Systemic change needed: Factory farming pollutes soils and water, threatening food security and our planet


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Dog rescued from slaughterhouse closure in Thai Binh, Vietnam.

FOUR PAWS’ First Nationwide Tour to Save Millions of Vietnamese Dogs and Cats

The 'Road to Compassion' tour seeks to spread the message of ending the dog and cat meat trade in Vietnam


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SchweinErleben project in Switzerland

Farmed Animals in the EU: Happy as a Pig in the Mud?

Op-Ed by Josef Pfabigan, CEO FOUR PAWS


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May 2024

Our updates and stories in May

Raccoon dog in a cage at a fur farm

Activities & Achievements

#FurFreeEurope – what has happened so far


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Dog at the beach

Summer Treats for Dogs

Summer snack and recipe ideas for your dog


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Cat in a summer garden

Summer Treats for Cats

Read how you can make summer a great season for your cat with our summer ideas


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Dairy cows

FOUR PAWS: Global Thirst for Dairy Is Milking Cows Dry

Global milk production is rising, causing immense suffering of 277 million dairy cows and massive greenhouse gas emissions


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Bear Chinh in his cage on the bile farm

Rescue Bear Chinh

Abused for his bile over and over again, poor Chinh's suffering has finally come to an end


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Puppies inside a cardboard box

Horrific Case Shows That Illegal Puppy Trade In Europe Has to Be Stopped

EU-wide mandatory identification and registration of dogs and their owners are urgently needed to end this malpractice


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Lion Romeo at LIONSROCK

FOUR PAWS Transfers Former Circus Lion to LIONSROCK

White lion Romeo was exploited for circus shows in France until his rescue in 2023


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Animal transport ships in the port of Cartagena, Spain

Quo vadis, EU? UK and Australia show the way out of live animal transport

FOUR PAWS urges EU to follow-suit after two Commonwealth States put a ban on animal exports


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Bear Chinh in his cage in Vietnam

Last Bear From Bear Farm in Binh Duong Province Rescued

Bear Chinh is freed from his cage after two decades of captivity 


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Fox Tomek arriving at TIERART in Maßweiler, Germany

Rescued From Fur Farms: Two Foxes Find a Safe Home After Ordeal That Left One Half Blind

FOUR PAWS calls for an EU-wide ban on fur farms in the run-up to the European Parliament elections


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April 2024

Our updates and stories in April

Cat lying on grass

Plants That Are Dangerous to Pets

Protect your beloved animals from poisonous plants in your home and garden


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Lions Nikola and Vasylyna at LIONSROCK in South Africa

Rescued Lion Couple to Their Forever Home in South Africa

Nikola and Vasylyna were found roaming the streets after escaping private captivity


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Cattle on a dairy farm

New Baseline for Animal Welfare Improvement Launched

FOUR PAWS and partners rank 150 leading global food companies on animal welfare 


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Veterinary mission in Slovakia

FOUR PAWS Veterinary Mission in Slovakia Helps Big Cats in Cruel Private Keeping

Three confiscated tiger cubs will find a species-appropriate home at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary in South Africa


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Elephant Madhubala during her crate training in Pakistan

Hope for Lonely Madhubala as Relocation Is Picking Up Speed

FOUR PAWS on ground for crucial improvement work of future enclosure


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Black bear receiving surgery in sanctuary in Islamabad, Pakistan

FOUR PAWS Rescues Two Baiting Bears Abused for Fighting in Punjab

Vets and wildlife experts support government in ending bear dancing and baiting


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Rescue of lions in Sudan

Rescue The Sudan Lions

A journey from conflict to sanctuary


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Dairy cattle

Us Bird Flu Outbreak: Factory Farming Is a Hotbed for Pandemics

FOUR PAWS urges WHO member states to tackle the root causes of zoonotic diseases in pandemic agreement


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FOUR PAWS team and black bears in a Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre in Islamabad, Pakistan

Pakistan: FOUR PAWS Helps Bears Cruelly Exploited for Baiting and Dancing

Swift government action aims to end illegal bear keeping practices in the country


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Black bear in sanctuary in Islamabad, Pakistan

Emergency Help for Bears in Pakistan

In cooperation with the local wildlife authorities, our team are making necessary adaptations to eclosures in the hope that we will rescue bear cubs.


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Mobile sterilisation camapign by FOUR PAWS in Thailand

World Stray Animal Day: “Every Dog and Cat Deserves a Loving Home”

FOUR PAWS has been helping strays in need for 25 years with veterinary care and community programs


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FOUR PAWS employee protesting with banners for better animal protection laws in front of the European parliament in Brussels, Belgium

EU Elections: Brussels’ Top Five Fails in Animal Welfare

FOUR PAWS launches international campaign in the run-up to EU’s polls in June


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March 2024

Our updates and stories in March

Protest outside Max Mara clothing store

Max Mara Fails to Commit to Go Fur-Free Despite Hiding Fur Items Online

FOUR PAWS and Fur Free Alliance encouraged over 274,000 supporters to send protest mails


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Laying hens inside tiny cages

The Dark Side of the Egg Industry

FOUR PAWS reveals the cruel practices of the industry and calls for an end of cage keeping


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"The Rescued Ones: 20 Years of History" exhibition in the European Parliament

FOUR PAWS opens Photo Exhibition at European Parliament

"The Rescued Ones: 20 Years of History" highlights the transformative journey of rescued bears at BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa in Bulgaria


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Man with dog on a leash

Dog Training Basics

How do dogs learn?


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Dairy cows in factory farm

FOUR PAWS Warns: Meat Is Eating up the Planet

Average intake of 14 burgers per week makes Americans the biggest consumers of meat globally and the first nation to reach 'Meat Exhaustion Day'


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Pig in factory farm

UNEA-6: Environmental Resolutions Neglect Animal Welfare

FOUR PAWS disappointed by missed opportunity to include animal welfare topics


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Two shelter staff members with rescued dog

Caring for Dogs Rescued from the Dog Meat Trade

When 61 dogs were put into our care practically overnight, two of our amazing staff members came to their rescue


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bear sleeping in grass

March Napness 2024

The Sleepiest Bear Competition is back. Who will be crowned the champion of sleep?


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Sheep with lamb

Ten Million Australian Lambs Die Every Year for Fashion

Shocking new footage reveals appaling lamb mortality rate in Australia


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 Investigation into the keeping of bears Felix and Mascha

Slovenia: Sad Fate of Four Bears Suffering in Cruel Conditions

FOUR PAWS calls on responsible authorities for urgent action after one bear has already died


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A newborn lamb next to its mother

Lamb Mortality and Live Lamb Cutting (Mulesing)

Help to end the suffering of millions of Australian lambs used for fashion


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Bear Mitko in his tiny cage in Slovenia

Five Immediate Steps to Protect Slovenia’s Captive Bears

Do not wait – Mici, Tim, and Mascha are relying on your support


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February 2024

Our updates and stories in February

Fur free protest outside Max Mara in London

Animal Welfare Alliance Opposes Italian Fashion Brand Max Mara to Go Fur-Free

Protest tool sees over 180,000 direct mails sent to brand by animal lovers around the world


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Live animal transport

FOUR PAWS Statement on Recent Cases of Cruel Live Animal Transport

FOUR PAWS condemns the ongoing practice of live animal transport by sea 


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Two dogs on a sofa

New Rules for the Welfare of Cats and Dogs in the EU

A great foundation to better regulate the online trade of companion animals


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Rescued lioness at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Lions Rescued From Sudan Find New Home in South Africa

FOUR PAWS transfers eleven lions to its LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary


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Silver fox Mala at TIERART

Max Mara Embraces Fur Free Future

Global campaign against Italian fashion house Max Mara leads to company announcing a fur-free policy for all current and future collections


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cow in dairy farm

EU Commissioners avoid the Cow in the Room

FOUR PAWS condemns missed opportunity in EU 2040 climate targets


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Live animal transport

FOUR PAWS Statement on Recent Cases of Cruel Live Animal Transport

FOUR PAWS condemns the ongoing practice of live animal transport by sea 


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Broiler chickens

FOUR PAWS Alarmed by Dangerous Bird Flu Mutation

Possible mammal-to-mammal infection poses a threat to wildlife and raises concerns about a new human pandemic


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Dog wearing a harness

The Right Harness for Your Dog

Criteria for a good fit and comfort


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January 2024

Our updates and stories in January

Two brown bear cubs held close to a restaurant in Albania

Commercial Wildlife Trade in Albania Still Out of Control

FOUR PAWS discovers dozens of cases of abused and exploited big cats and bears


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Hotel staff in a hotel restaurant

Climate Crisis Not on Vacation

New FOUR PAWS industry ranking calls on Hilton, Marriott & Co. to improve animal welfare


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Door is opening to a hotel room

Hotel Companies

Are global hotel companies prioritising meat and dairy reduction as part of their animal welfare and climate action goals?


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Working group event for the betterment of cats and dogs’ lives in Vietnam

First ever working group event for the betterment of cats and dogs’ lives in Vietnam

FOUR PAWS advocates for humane treatment of companion animals and pandemic prevention


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FOUR PAWS veterinarian Marina Ivanova with a rescued lion in Sudan

Rescued from Conflict Zones Twice

FOUR PAWS recently evacuated nearly 50 wild animals from war-torn Khartoum


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Bear Na in her outdoor enclosure at BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh

Rescue Bear Na

The asiatic black bear is enjoying her outdoor enclosure


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Injured lion in Sudan

Worrying Developments

Our team is back in Sudan


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Bear Dasha

FAQs on Species-Appropriate Sanctuaries

What makes a good wild animal sanctuary or rescue centre


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Lions Ivan and Cornel

FAQs on FOUR PAWS Sanctuaries

What makes FOUR PAWS wild animal sanctuaries special


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Cat with a FOUR PAWS team member in Cambodia

Free Vaccination Event at Buddhist Temple in Bangkok

FOUR PAWS and partners enhance health of feline friends


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Lioness Vasylyna

Together at last

Lions Nikola and Vasylyna were successfully socialised at FELIDA


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Two dogs at a lake

Joyful Swimming for Dogs

Water safety tips for dog swimming


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Dog playground

How to Find Good Dog Trainers and Dog Schools

Not every dog school fits you and your best friend


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