This Autumn, in our Wear It Kind Collection, we interview and review some of fashions biggest animal welfare advocates and next gen materials promising to change the game for kinder fashion More
Which British brands are doing better for animal welfare and climate standards and who is falling short? More
In a historic move, South Korea is paving the way for other countries to follow suit More
Today’s Kings Speech has proved to be a mixed bag of anticipation, celebration and disappointment More
Live animal exports and imported pups were just two of topics on the agenda as FOUR PAWS UK headed to Parliament to talk with MPs More
This Autumn, in our Wear It Kind Collection, we interview and review some of fashions biggest animal welfare advocates and next gen materials promising to change the game for kinder fashion. More
With almost half of all puppies sold on Gumtree found to be illegally imported into the UK, our new report exposes just how online platforms are helping cruel breeders to thrive More
The FOUR PAWS team has returned to Pakistan to continue its efforts for an urgent mission: to free Madhubala from solitary keeping More
Big Cat Focused Advert Coming to a Screen Near You More A member of FOUR PAWS UK's team shares her insights on her visit to the beloved FOUR PAWS Sanctuary More
The long and peaceful lives that the generous donations of our patrons go on to support More
FOUR PAWS new report series highlights the unsustainable nature of animal-derived materials More
Climate catastrophes and unprecedented temperatures mean the time for change is now More This World Zoonosis Day (6 July), FOUR PAWS are working hard to make sure the global Pandemic Treaty incorporates animal welfare More
As the summer holidays fast approach, we’re giving you our top tips to travel kind, whatever your style and wherever you end up! More A whopping five billion animals are used for fashion every year. Many customers remain unaware of the suffering inflicted on animals in this industry. More As we reach the end of No Meat May, here’s what happened when our social media lead, Kayleigh, went vegetarian for a week… More Members of our team share their experiences in meat reduction More
How LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary provides lifesaving and life changing medical care for big cats. More
When will the Met Gala finally forego the fur & feathers and choose kindness? More
A new report reveals supermarkets are not being transparent with their customers More
The latest update on the 17-year-old captive African elephant More
There is still time to positively impact the climate More
It's a race against time More
FOUR PAWS UK supports the Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill, but who else has championed this world-leading legislation? More
FOUR PAWS travels to Syria to deliver 20 tonnes of farm animal feed and 3.6 tonnes of dog and cat food to the city of Jindires. Read more. More
The FOUR PAWS Rapid Response Mission in Türkiye delivers feed and aid to animals affected by the earthquakes. Blog by Fabian Chaundy. More
A shift in farming style could help to avoid future outbreaks of avian influenza More We’ve been campaigning for a #FurFreeBritain for years, and with 2023 bringing the launch of our new fur report, we wanted to break down what it found and what it means for the UK More Meet some of the FOUR PAWS female animal guardians More
To mark 20 years since the Fur Farming (Prohibition) Act 2000 came into force in the UK, we hosted an event at Parliament to celebrate this milestone and reflect on legislation still needed to achieve a Fur Free Britain More
Read our plans for FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary and how you can help traumatised animals thrive. More
With so many brands embracing a plant-based future, making kinder choices in what we eat has never been so accessible. More
This year ensure travelling kind becomes a part of your routine and not just a new year fad! More Let's take a look back at the biggest rescues & milestones of 2022. From bears and big cats to dogs and cats, we fight for Animal Welfare. Worldwide. More
USAVA partners with FOUR PAWS in urgent need for stray animals in war-torn Ukrainian cities. More
Key decisions from the global wildlife trade summit More
From big wins to small steps, together we’re wearing it kind and making a difference! More
This winter, we’ve launched a new reporting tool in Vietnam to tackle the cruel dog and cat meat trade. More
With Christmas on the way, don’t be tempted to buy a furry friend for loved ones this year. More
It feels like fur-ever ago that we spoke about fur, so here’s an update on this year’s progress! More
Say hello to our newest member of the UK team! More
Say hello to our newest member of the UK team! More
Despite running two days over the two-week schedule, COP27 has failed to deliver progressive and transformative changes for the planet. More
This November FOUR PAWS is heading to the biggest international wildlife trade conference to fight for the protection of big cats around the globe. More Can you help us make sure the Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill passes through its Second Reading in Parliament? More
Between 6th-18th November, Governments from around the world will meet at COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. More Whilst other countries grab headlines in their attempts to make strides for farmed animal welfare, the UK is lagging behind. More We share tips on how to save money without sacrificing our pets. More
Over 400,000 EU citizens have called for an end to fur farming and whilst the UK Government suggested potential work against the sale and import of fur, we are still waiting for action. More Find out what we've been up to thanks to your support in our aim to end the dog and cat meat trade. More
Enjoy a kinder bite while learning about the animals we help across the world. More
Animals Matter every day of the year to us, can our Government say the same? More
We lift the lid on the reality and hard work behind our complex rescues. More Global and local fashion brands at a special Wear it Kind photoshoot More
Despite countless ethical issues with intensive systems, new factory farms are still being built across the country. More
Early one morning in 2021, dog caretaker Sary woke up to a call from a colleague. A minivan carrying 61 dogs headed for slaughter in had been intercepted. More This international lion day, we explore how our sanctuaries champion the safety and security of the iconic big cat every single day. More Across the globe, the cruel practice of trophy hunting thrives under the guise of conservation for protected species. That is a lie. In this blog, we bust myths like this and set the record straight on trophy hunting. More
Find out more about the grim reality of the tiger trade and the dedicated work of our sanctuaries who have become welcome homes to victims of the #ruthlesstrade. More We highlight what the most significant discoveries within the report mean for us, and how we can make a real and practical change for animals, our planet and our health. More
A lot has been achieved for animal welfare so far this year, but there is so much more we want to achieve, and we need your help! More
Designer dogs tend to cost a pretty penny. But for some, their extreme selective breeding can end up costing more than they had bargained for. More A blog post by Vanessa Amoroso, Head of Wild Animals in Trade at FOUR PAWS More On the anniversary of Cecil the lion's death, we look at the opportunities ahead to ban hunting trophies once and for all More Every year, millions of farmed animals are kept in cramped and unsanitary cages, incapable of expressing their natural behaviours and suffering tremendously. More
On NIKE’s 50th anniversary we are thrilled to see that over 50,000 people have asked NIKE to stop using wool from mutilated lambs worldwide. But will they listen? More
Find out how this legislation threatens the welfare of farmed animals More It’s been one year since our reporting tool went live, and we have received nearly 1,000 reports from people who have unfortunately fallen victim to unscrupulous breeders. More
Brands with vegan and cruelty - free ethics are on the rise, with people looking to make more conscious choices to live kinder every day. More
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As the elections come to an end, we work hard to put animal welfare on the food procurement agenda. More
Over the past month, the Government has continuously deprioritised animal welfare, increasingly reneging on promises that have been made to the British public. More
In an Instagram vs. reality world, our latest campaign aims to protect pets and families from the dangers of the online puppy trade. More
Nike is bringing up the rear in sportswear by using mulesed wool More
The hazy excitement of getting a new puppy can often trump the clarity of consideration, but we’re here to help. More How much do we really know about sheep and their secret lives? More How an Australian wool producing family successfully ended the painful practice of mulesing More
Our climate is changing, and so must we More
A lot has happened recently in our fight to end the dog and cat meat trade in Southeast Asia and we thought we would update you on all of the fantastic developments. More
The pandemic has left the world reeling, but is it enough to make long-term change in the way we treat animals and nature? More
Derek Hazy IPA, designed by Goose Island Brewery has wet whistles and provided some fabulous funds to help support our causes. More
Over the years, the number of puppies coming from other countries into the UK has been rising in response to the public desire for a furry companion. More
Thousands of wild animals murdered by British hunters, for a grim trophy and a meaningless record. More FOUR PAWS reveals the truth behind Sportalm's fur greenwashing. More
It’s been several years in the making, but animal sentience may soon be recognised in law. Will you help us push this Bill through? More
This valentine’s day, nine bears were finally able to celebrate freedom after being rescued from bile bear farms in Binh Duong province, Vietnam. More
During the Fifth Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA 5.2) in Nairobi, animal welfare will finally be given the centre stage it deserves. More
Beach paradise turns into hell for thousands of animals every year More
The UK remains complicit in the vicious cycle of abuse of big cats More
In 2013 7% of Brits believed the climate wasn't changing at all. Now in 2022, the environment is the third biggest priority More
Has leaving the EU been a help or a hindrance to animal welfare in the UK? More
We have the unique chance to rescue not one, not two, but nine bile bears from Vietnam. More
With 100,000 signatures and counting, we need your help to ensure MPs are ready to advocate for the UK Government to end the cage age for millions of farmed animals. More
Introducing our newest member of the UK team More
Are you making any resolutions for 2022? More The company's sustainability manager explains their journey to sheep-friendly practices More How the German mountain sports brand is leading the way to happy sheep and happy customers More New survey of 97 wool producers shows proven success of the non-mulesed system More
New Animal Welfare in Fashion report released More
Thousands of big cats are being traded and farmed in South Africa – will you help us end their nightmare? More
8 tips to recognise the signs of illegal puppy breeding More
8 tips to recognise the signs of illegal puppy breeding More
Luna’s story reminds us why adoption should be the first choice if you are looking for a pet this Christmas More
Our fourth and final issue of FAUX PAWS for the year highlights the cruelty of the fur industry More
The UK remains complicit in the suffering of millions of birds More
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What did this conference achieve and were animals given the attention they deserve? More
Illegal puppy breeding is real and brings desolation to Brit ish famili e s more often than you know More The first-ever dog meat investigations in Borneo revealed a rampant dog meat trade More
World leaders can no longer ignore the facts: animal agriculture is bad for our health, the planet and animal welfare More
Experts promote the need for a UK trophy hunting import ban made law More FOUR PAWS, one of the world’s largest animal welfare organisations, began because of fur More
Learn more about the journey so far More
How can the UK ensure high animal welfare in new trade deals, if the new TAC has no one speaking up for animals? More
How are we working with local authorities to make animal welfare and meat reduction a priority? More
Campaigners submit 880,457 #StopDeadlyFur petition signatures to G20 leaders, calling for an end to cruel and deadly fur farming More
FOUR PAWS publishes a future study on pandemics More
An advocate of animal welfare More
The impact of our food choices on the climate can no longer be ignored More
A huge number of Brits are transitioning towards a more plant-based diet. Are you ready to join them? More
While our lives go back to normal, the lives of lockdown pets have never been more different More
Are we compromising on animal welfare to secure new trade deals? More
The best day of the year? More
Our third issue of FAUX PAWS puts the down industry in the spotlight More
It is true the pandemic isn’t over. But as we are slowly going back to our normal routines, we start to reflect about the abnormal time we all went through and how it has affected us and our behaviour. More
Our Government is calling on pet owners across the nation to speak out against puppy smuggling, ear cropping and more. More
Following the numerous lockdowns over the last 18 months many families wanted to add a four-legged friend to their home, but where did these puppies really come from? More
How vulnerable is the UK to pandemics, and will anything change after COVID-19? More
As the world reels from the coronavirus pandemic, this global catastrophe has shone a spotlight on how our increasingly unnatural relationship with wildlife is a threat to human health, and urgently needs changing. More UK fashion brands call on Australian wool industry to end the cruel practice More
78 million people worldwide are vegan, and the numbers keep rising. Has meat finally met its match? More
Long awaited animal welfare improvements prioritise animal health, but is it enough? More
Technical solution piloted in Ireland to bring an end to illegal online puppy trade More
While we commend the Government for moving in the right direction, the changes made to live animal transport are not enough to protect animal welfare. More
International Dog Day introduces the pooches behind the team More
FOUR PAWS joins forces with classified ad sites to protect pets using new technology piloted in Ireland More
The monetary value of our furry friends has steadily increased during the pandemic, leading to more thefts. Here are a few simple tips on how to keep them safe. More
A global pandemic could not stop UK trophy imports, so where do we draw the line? More
Big cats thriving across FOUR PAWS Sanctuaries More
Together, we can drive an animal-friendly fashion future! More
We must stop the lucrative tiger trade before time runs out More
Caring for tigers at our species-appropriate sanctuaries More
Adding a furry friend to your home can be a joyous occasion, but will a new pet fit with your lifestyle? More
Current trends in plant-based eating More
The weak G7 climate commitments raises concerns about future COP26 success More
Will the UK Government finally acknowledge meat reduction in its Net Zero target? More
Every individual has the power to make a difference. Trialling a more plant-based diet will benefit your health, animal welfare and our planet. More
Your support is helping us to #ProtectMillions More
Zoonotic disease risk within the international wildlife trade More
A few words on recent farewells we’ve had to say to animals at our sanctuaries More
The world still mourns after Cecil the lion’s untimely death. With a tenuous import ban on the horizon, will the UK Government fulfill their promises? More
Find out how to avoid separation anxiety in your dog when you return to work More
Find out what is really going on behind scenes of the illegal puppy trade More
Has our isolation lead to a surge in impulse buying of puppies? More
FOUR PAWS launches new campaign to eradicate bear farming in Hanoi More
We’re going to use fifteen years of experience to ensure the future is bigger, better, and brighter for animals worldwide. More
A look back on what we’ve achieved and a look forward to a kinder future for animals More
As the biggest global powers come together, let's talk about what this means for animal welfare. More
Make your voice heard and tell our Government why fur is wrong More
What does this new Bill mean for animal welfare? More
Issue two of our four part series tackles the trade of exotic skins More
End animal cruelty and prevent future pandemics More
Unmasking the link between food and pandemics More
FOUR PAWS gives a voice to the voiceless More
Now it's up to us More
FOUR PAWS celebrates win for animal welfare More
The next 12 months looks strong for animals, but is it enough? More
Key things to consider when thinking about getting a new friend More
With the new parliamentary session fast approaching, FOUR PAWS UK wants to see action from the Government on animal welfare legislation. More Every year, over 10 million dogs and cats are slaughtered across Southeast Asia for the dog and cat meat trade. More
This courageous move from South Africa follows 15 years of FOUR PAWS campaigning to save countless lions from a life of suffering . More
Introducing our New Campaigns Assistant More
Success! Sentencing for animal abuse increasing to five years More
Find out what our expert has to say. More
How can illegal puppy dealers be excluded from the market? More
We joined other NGOs to hand in 1 million signatures calling for an end to fur sales More
Now is the time to Make Food Kinder More Together with the Animal Protection Services, we want to hear from victims of the illegal puppy trade and get justice for puppies and families who have suffered at the hands of unscrupulous breeders. More
Dr Katherine Polak tells us the delays that a slaughterhouse closure can face, and what happens once it is closed. More
See what our experts have to say. More FOUR PAWS UK celebrates raft of unlicensed breeding cases being prosecuted More
High end and fast fashion ranked on efforts to remove mulesed wool More
FOUR PAWS UK is recruiting as part of a pioneering Government scheme More FOUR PAWS reveals abuse affecting animals and people in South Africa More
New report highlights the need to end the cruel trade and stop future pandemics emerging. More
An insight into how we #ProtectMillions More
This spring, we highlight wool as the latest fashion faux pas More
But what is being done to prevent future pandemics? More A global initiative to meat reduction More
Join us in celebrating our supporters' animals More
The catwalks are changing with the times, is fashion? More
We’re hopping mad at proposals, and we’re not alone More
FOUR PAWS embraces Government’s Kickstart recruitment More
When travel returns lets no forget how to Travel Kind More
This week, we’ve been sharing ideas with you to help you get your pet involved this Valentine’s Day. More
It is almost Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air. More What a pandemic means for stray cats and dogs More
Cook up something to love More
This year promises to be a big change for animals according to the Government and the next priority on the list is primates More
2021 may well be the year that we finally see a welcome end to long-distance live animal transport. More
Three months. Over 68,000 signatures. Result – No more fur for this fashion line! More What inspires our supporters? More
Just before Christmas, and to the surprise of many, the UK and EU reached a landmark deal agreeing on trade relations once we left the European Union. More
Now that we have officially left the European Union it's critical that as a pet owner you are aware of the new laws around pet travel. More
Make 2021 the year you go plant-based to #LiveKinder More
As we awake on the first day, post-Brexit, we want to assure you that we will be continuing to ensure that we retain Britain’s high animal standards. More
UK Director Brian da Cal reflects on the year More
Animal welfare successes across 2020 More
FOUR PAWS UK Head of Communications explains what it’s like to join a rescue mission More
Petition to end the cruel dog and cat meat trade in Southeast Asia has reached a mammoth milestone! More
The animal-friendly knitting experience More
As Brexit edges closer here’s what you need to know More
Delays expected at the borders from 2021 More
Shedding light on what January 1st means for travelling with your four-legged friend More
With the completion of Brexit looming on 1st January, animal welfare standards mustn’t get diluted in the process More
The outcome of Brexit is unpredictable, but there are ways we can help animals during this time. More Fur fashion is cruel, and still happening More
Every year, World Vegan Day is celebrated on 1st November to help promote the benefits of a lifestyle that aims to cause as little harm to animals as possible. More
Winter is almost upon us, and many of us will be reaching for the knitwear. But have you ever thought about the ways animals are affected by our fashion choices? More
FOUR PAWS celebrates Dr Katherine Polak winning the American Humane Hero Vet Award More
The ideal place to meet this wonderful range of characters More
Final calls to urge Government to take action to end commercial wildlife trade More Animal lover tells her experience of being lured into a cub petting ‘sanctuary’ in South Africa More
Ex-CEO of the British Fur Trade Association speaks out against the trade More
Rescued from the dog meat trade, one four-legged friend’s luck has finally changed More
We are calling on the public to be responsible travellers and Travel Kind – for the future of humankind, the planet and for animals. More
How to be an animal-friendly traveller while still enjoying the beauty that animals have to offer More
Steps we can all make to Travel Kind and enjoy what the world has to offer without contributing to cruelty More
Agriculture Bill approaches life-changing vote that could help to create a better world for farm animals. More
Plant-based alternatives are better for you, the planet and animals More
Revealing the brutality behind the cat meat trade, causing the death of millions every year. More A short window of opportunity to prevent the deaths of thousands of dogs More
It’s time to end the commercial trade, for good. You can help us to make a difference through the power of #LiveKinder. More New economic report highlights financial and sheep welfare success of wool producers who have ended mulesing More
The number of ‘megafarms’ is growing in the UK and causing more animals to suffer More
Responsible pet ownership in trying times. Find out how you can look at after your feline friends during the pandemic. More
Know the truth behind your purchase and what to look out for when bringing a new member into your family. More
MPs vote against ensuring high food hygiene and animal welfare standards post Brexit. More
It's time to make a change and you can help us to do it. Read our article for more information. More
Needed now, more than ever. The effects of the pandemic are rippling all over the world. More
Fur is an example of how we have confined wild animals to small, filthy cages in their millions in order to produce frivolous fashion items, the production of which is also destroying the planet. More
When a routine police stopped a taxi in Vietnam - they were shocked with what was laying on the back seat. More
The truth behind wool and what we can do to change its future. Do you know what mulesing actually is? More
Not only does the dog and cat meat trade result in millions of animal deaths across Southeast Asia every year, many of them stolen pets. More
The voice behind the decision to take a stand against the dog and cat meat trade. More
The tiger trade is bringing the exploitation of wild animals to our doorstep. It's time to stop it. More
No respite for sale of puppies despite law change and COVID-19 restrictions More
It’s #WorldMeatFreeWeek and we’re using this opportunity to think about how we can create a kinder world by looking at what we are eating. More
Today is the second reading of the Agriculture Bill – a new national legislation to replace the laws previously covered by EU directives. More
Recent events with the Covid-19 viral pandemic have showed the devastating impact on global citizens, economies, trade and animal welfare worldwide. More
A small change, but a big impact for people, animals and the planet More A response to recent media around the dog and cat meat trade More
A recipe for healthy, tasty, and kinder food. You can enjoy food that is cruelty-free, not taste free. More
A time to explore new tastes! Do you know the benefits of a meat-free diet? Find out more! More
April 22nd is #EarthDay, and this year’s focus is on climate action! More
Celebrate the world class vets at the helm of our emergency rescue missions More #saddestbears Ukraine: These two bears live on the grounds of a country residence used by the President of Ukraine More
A step forward for animal welfare More
How can you help stray cats at home, and abroad. More
Awareness day is a moment of reflection on the state of animal welfare in the UK More
Over 140 million animals are killed for their fur every year, the majority spend their lives confined to dirty cages on fur farms in China or Europe. More
Medical care for over 500 animals in Kambosha, Silk Island in Cambodia. More
The third instalment in our Wear It Kind campaign highlights the use of exotic skins in the fashion industry. More
Parliamentary debate due on 16th March which could change animal welfare in the UK More
Money can be a blocker for schools and hospitals introducing better food policies but shouldn’t be. More
As our Wear It Kind campaign continues to expand, we come across angora wool as our next instalment More
Last year our teams across Europe and Southeast Asia neutered over 15,000 cats and dogs. More
The cruelty behind down feathers. More
Global support to end the dog and cat meat trade. You can join us in our goal to #ProtectMillions More
Find out how fur sales may be on the rise and what you can do help us stop it. More
We are very excited to announce the launch of our new campaign, Wear it Kind More
We have until 25th February to make a difference. Find out what you can do to help. More
A growing number of primates are being kept as pets in horrid conditions, but we have a once in a lifetime opportunity to ban the breeding and sale of them as companions. More
Find out how you can help us to make the fur trade a thing of history. We can't do it without you. More
We're challenging the welfare standards of the farming industry. Find out more. More
World Vegan Month is a time to celebrate the past, present, and future of veganism. More This is a true story - our investigators recount the terrifying journey animals experience in the dog and cat meat trade More
We're giving our voice to ensure crimes against wildlife are sentenced more effectively. More
Spread some Christmas cheer while changing the lives of animals across the world. More
The Romanian wilderness in the Danube Delta is one of the few remaining places in Europe where wild horses can live free. However, their existence was at... More
We celebrate the efforts of two of our youngest fundraisers. More
Ambitious targets need to convert into world-leading environmental laws. More Asia Canine Protection Alliance helps provide medical care for confiscated dogs More
Our amazing supporters Alexandra and James recently took on the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, to raise money for Four Paws! More
World Day for Farmed Animals - a day to take action! More
The perfect time to celebrate our recent victory for rabbits...plus some fun facts! More
We urge the UK to take a stand against this cruel trade More
We urge London Fashion Week 2019 to show compassion to animals and ditch fur in this year's event! More
A huge thank you to everybody who signed the petition calling for animal sentience to be recognised in UK law! More Jo visits Arosa Bear Sanctuary in the beautiful Swiss Alps! More
Why we are urging local authorities to reduce animal products to help tackle climate change, and save animals too! More
Meet five very good dogs FOUR PAWS helped this year More
Last week, we were incredibly lucky to spend our annual summer team away day at FRIEND Farm Animal Sanctuary. More We celebrate World Lion Day by learning about volunteer Steph's experience at LIONSROCK! More
Welcome to our first UK blog update! More
A moments decision between life or death: Neary and Sopol get a second chance! More Why fur is not the eco-friendly choice More Animal protection the new ethical fashion frontier More FOUR PAWS is providing assistance in crisis situations all over the world More The American East Coast was hit hard by hurricane Florence, forcing thousands to leave their homes and their animals behind - we packed our bags to go and look out for them More Looking back on our 15 day mission in Indonesia More Our dangerous mission to the Indonesian islands struck by earthquakes that left hundreds of animals in urgent need More Our “Thanks eBay” campaign reveals the shocking truth about the online marketplace, and the role classified advertising sites play in enabling the illegal puppy trade. More Cape Town is bracing itself for Day Zero More 
