Science & Research
All activities carried out by FOUR PAWS are based on thorough scientific knowledge, which is crucial for the successful implementation of projects, campaigns, and rescue missions. These initiatives focus on the protection of animals and the enhancement of their welfare.
Purpose
All initiatives carried out by FOUR PAWS focus on protecting animals and enhancing their welfare, based on thorough scientific knowledge that is crucial for the successful implementation of projects, campaigns, and rescue missions.
Projects
We collaborate with scientific institutions to develop innovative concepts that improve animal welfare, fund animal welfare projects, and to create our own research projects, strengthening ourselves as a science- and evidence-based organisation. Learn more about our projects here.
Perspective
Our approach to guiding animal welfare assessments is grounded in the Five Domains Model developed by Professor Emeritus D.J. Mellor, which we have also further adapted for our use. Learn more about this here.
Partnerships
We hope to build and sustain strong partnerships, increasing awareness within the scientific community towards animal welfare concerns. If you are interested in working with us then please reach out directly at science@four-paws.org.









