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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.

Rescue Lion Gjoni

FOUR PAWS saves former restaurant lion & victim of commercial wildlife trade

Lion Gjoni has arrived at FELIDA and is resting in his indoor enclosure to settle in

FOUR PAWS Transfers Rescued Lion Gjoni to Dutch Forever Home

Southeast Europe remains a lynchpin for the commercial big cat trade

Avian Influenza: A Growing Threat to Public Health

The rising infections in mammals raises concerns about the potential for a future pandemic

Wildlife Trafficking: Albanian Bear Cub Offered for €5,000 Online

After confiscation, orphaned cub 'Dori' now receives specialised care at BEAR SANCTUARY Prishtina operated by FOUR PAWS

Animal Farming and Antimicrobial Resistance

Farming practices are contributing to this unseen global public health risk

YouTuber MrBeast Exploits Wild Animals for Likes

FOUR PAWS criticises his recent bizarre competition of animals against humans

Farm Animal Welfare for Better Public Health

Factory farming endangers animal and human health

Rescue Bear Dunbar

New beginnings for a brave bear

FOUR PAWS Warns: A Hot Car Can Be Deadly for Your Dog

How to best protect your dog during the warm summer months

European Parliament Delivers for Dogs and Cats

An update on the sucess of last week’s EU vote

Cruel Not Cute: Wild Animal Selfies on Vacation

The true cost of these 'unique' experiences involves animal cruelty — our tips to travel kind and protect animals

Global Impact. Local Stories. One YouTube Channel.

Join us to reveal suffering, and rescue and protect animals in need

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Summer Treats for Cats

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

How to Correctly Remove Ticks?

Essential tips for ensuring your pet's well-being

Cat-Friendly Water Bowl

A helpful guide on how to keep your cat hydrated

Summer Treats for Dogs

Summer snack and recipe ideas for your dog

FOUR PAWS carried out 36 rescue missions and 134 vet checks in its sanctuaries and cooperation projects.

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This year FOUR PAWS conducted more than 30,000 sterilisations of stray dogs and cats!

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After supporters around the world sent over 270,000 emails and made over 5,000 calls and countless social media posts, Max Mara Fashion Group finally went fur-free.

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Adopt

A rescued animal to make a difference!

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Legacy

Leave a gift in your Will!

Ambassador

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Academy

Free online trainings for animal shelters!

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#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

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FOUR PAWS saves former restaurant lion & victim of commercial wildlife trade

Southeast Europe remains a lynchpin for the commercial big cat trade

The rising infections in mammals raises concerns about the potential for a future pandemic

After confiscation, orphaned cub 'Dori' now receives specialised care at BEAR SANCTUARY Prishtina operated by FOUR PAWS

Farming practices are contributing to this unseen global public health risk

FOUR PAWS criticises his recent bizarre competition of animals against humans

Factory farming endangers animal and human health

New beginnings for a brave bear

How to best protect your dog during the warm summer months

An update on the sucess of last week’s EU vote

The true cost of these 'unique' experiences involves animal cruelty — our tips to travel kind and protect animals

Join us to reveal suffering, and rescue and protect animals in need

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

Essential tips for ensuring your pet's well-being

A helpful guide on how to keep your cat hydrated

Summer snack and recipe ideas for your dog

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FOUR PAWS carried out 36 rescue missions and 134 vet checks in its sanctuaries and cooperation projects.

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This year FOUR PAWS conducted more than 30,000 sterilisations of stray dogs and cats!

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After supporters around the world sent over 270,000 emails and made over 5,000 calls and countless social media posts, Max Mara Fashion Group finally went fur-free.

Contribute to make a better world for animals!

Support us with your signature!

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.