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Protection of animals during transport


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Welfare of cats and dogs


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is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Our vision is a world where humans treat animals with respect, empathy and understanding.

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We work to ensure that companion animals, farm animals and wild animals are legally protected from exploitation and abuse. 

We collaborate with policy makers and stakeholders in the EU to prevent illegal trade and other cruel commercial activities in both pets and wildlife, as well as to improve the lives of farm animals suffering in intensive farming systems and live transport.

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FOUR PAWS congratulates EC for AW Commissioner

For the first time, animal welfare is included in the title of a Commissioner.


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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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EU citizens demand stricter animal transport rules: Latest feedback revealed

The results are clear: 91.42% of respondents call for stricter rules than the ones proposed.


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Why is mandatory identification and registration for all cats and dogs so important?

The European Union is currently putting in place new rules for the protection of cats and dogs. But as it stands, loopholes for cruelty remain.


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EU Member States reach agreement on cats and dogs regulation, but loopholes remain

FOUR PAWS welcomes the Council General Approach, but highlights missed opportunity 


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Europeans have spoken: It’s crunch time for animal welfare

Citizens demand action, now the new European Parliament and Commission must champion animal welfare.


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International Day for Biodiversity: Why must we preserve local animal breeds?

As we celebrate the UN'International Day for Biological Diversity, let’s remind ourselves of the critical role genetic diversity plays in addressing future environmental challenges and why it is essential to preserve it against one of its major threats, intensive animal farming. 


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Position on the Proposal on the Protection of Animals during Transport

FOUR PAWS shares its position on the European Commission's live animal transport proposal


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