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FOUR PAWS

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.

Fashion Brand Woolrich Europe Goes Fur-Free Ahead of Crucial EU Decision on Fur Farming

A major step forward for the Fur Free Europe campaign and the push to end fur farming in the EU

World Animal Day 2026: See the World Through Their Eyes

Recognising animal sentience can change the way we see animals and the choices we make to protect them

Dog in an area affected by the earthquake in Colombia

FOUR PAWS Supports Animal Response in Colombia

Working with Colombian partner Proyecto ALA we provided targeted support to animals affected by the earthquake

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Help Prepare Your Dog for Autumn

Essentials to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy during the fall season

How to Keep Your Pet Safe and Calm During Severe Weather

Tips on how to prepare dogs, cats, and small pets for thunderstorms, reducing stress and anxiety, and creating a safe environment during storms

#DoBetterForAnimals

As billions of animals are suffering in the European Union, we have a huge opportunity to raise animal welfare standards.

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Newborn calf wheeled away from her mother to the veal crates at a dairy farm

#FurFreeEurope

It's time to close fur farms for good!

#WearItKind

Together, we can drive an animal-friendly fashion future.

#WoolWithAButt

This is the story of a stylish, fluffy wool pullover.

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#ProtectMillions

Stolen. Killed. Eaten. End the Dog and Cat Meat Trade.

Cats looking out of cafe in the cat meat trade

Cute.Quick.Sick.

Buying a puppy? Know the risks.

#TheySufferWeSuffer

Pandemics and Animal Welfare: Support our demands for a world of higher animal welfare!

#SaveTheSaddestBears

Bears are still kept in appalling conditions. Their owners often use them for profit. Whether for bile extraction, training hunting dogs or as tourist attractions – hundreds of bears are exploited and tortured to make money.

#BreakTheViciousCycle

FOUR PAWS is fighting to ban the commercial trade of ALL big cats in South Africa

Support Ukraine

Support the work of FOUR PAWS and help animals in need in times of war

Companion Animals

We work to ensure dogs, cats, rabbits, and other pets get the love they deserve

Work in Brussels

FOUR PAWS is making sure that animals are not neglected by politicians

Farm Animals

See what we're doing to help cattle, pigs, chickens, geese, sheep, and more farm animals

Disaster Relief for Animals

We are prepared to help, if a disaster strikes

Wild Animals

Local and exotic wildlife suffer across a wide range of sectors, we're working to stop it

Rapid Response for Animals

FOUR PAWS helps animals in the face of wars or in conflict zones

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A major step forward for the Fur Free Europe campaign and the push to end fur farming in the EU

What a dog's smile and a cat's wink are actually telling us

Recognising animal sentience can change the way we see animals and the choices we make to protect them

Working with Colombian partner Proyecto ALA we provided targeted support to animals affected by the earthquake

Essentials to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy during the fall season

Keeping your pet entertained during the fall season

Tips on how to prepare dogs, cats, and small pets for thunderstorms, reducing stress and anxiety, and creating a safe environment during storms

How to prevent collisions with wild animals – and what to do in case of an emergency

Contribute to make a better world for animals!

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A rescued animal to make a difference!

Leave a gift in your Will!

Use your voice to help animals worldwide!

Free online trainings for animal shelters!

#DoBetterForAnimals

#FurFreeEurope

#WearItKind

#WoolWithAButt

#ProtectMillions

Cute.Quick.Sick.

#TheySufferWeSuffer

#SaveTheSaddestBears

#BreakTheViciousCycle

Support the work of FOUR PAWS and help animals in need in times of war

We work to ensure dogs, cats, rabbits, and other pets get the love they deserve

FOUR PAWS is making sure that animals are not neglected by politicians

See what we're doing to help cattle, pigs, chickens, geese, sheep, and more farm animals

We are prepared to help, if a disaster strikes

Local and exotic wildlife suffer across a wide range of sectors, we're working to stop it

FOUR PAWS helps animals in the face of wars or in conflict zones

We're working across the globe to help stray animals in need. This includes neutering projects

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Our press corner includes the latest international press releases of current animal welfare topics, operations, rescues and much more. Are you a journalist? Contact our press team today with your questions and to set up an interview with one of our experts in the field.

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Our press corner includes the latest international press releases of current animal welfare topics, operations, rescues and much more.

Are you a journalist? Contact our press team today with your questions and to set up an interview with one of our experts in the field.