Four Paws Guides

Our guides offer numerous tips and useful information for everyday life with an animal.

      Puppy

      How to Find a Responsible Breeder

      A step-by-step guide to help you find your perfect puppy 

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      Puppies

      Questions to Ask When Buying a Puppy

      Asking the right questions can be the best way to avoid the risks of the illegal puppy trade

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      Two lambs at a stable

      7 Crucial Questions About Mulesing And Pain Relief

      Shedding light on the silent suffering of mulesed sheep, and why mulesing with pain relief is far from the best long-term solution to dealing with flystrike

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      Dog opening a Christmas gift

      Christmas with Pets

      A guide for pet owners: dangers under the Christmas tree

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      Knitted socks

      A Guide to Kind Knitting

      Ethical wool yarn and alternatives for animal-friendly knitting

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      Happy cat

      Being a Responsible Pet Owner

      How to become your pet’s best friend? 

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      Dog in transport crate

      Ukraine: How to Cross the Border With Pets

      Leaving the country with your dog, cat or other pets into neighbouring countries

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      Happy and healthy Dushi

      The Transformation of a Rescued Wild Animal

      After being rescued, many of our animals go through a mental and physical transformation

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      Dog lying in grassland

      Danger from Oak Processionary Moth

      Guide for dog owners: How to protect your dog from the poisonous caterpillar 

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      Correctly remove ticks

      Due to the mild weather, ticks are now active almost all year round

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      Do not disturb young hares

      Guide for animal lovers: what you can do for young wild animals

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      Squirrel in Need

      Guide for animal lovers: tips for saving squirrel babies

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      Fawns, young deer

      Early Born Wildlife – What You Absolutely Have to Consider

      FOUR PAWS asks walkers for increased attention for wild animals

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      White rabbit

      Rabbits as Pets

      Guide for pet owners: Rabbits do not belong in cages – so keep the residence appropriate to the species

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      Cat looking scared

      Fireworks Are Frightening to Pets

      Your pet and fireworks: what you need to know

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      Hens pecking at food in the snow

      Have Yourself a Merry Cruelty-Free Christmas Dinner

      FOUR PAWS recommends animal-friendly food options

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      Rabbit in snow

      Rabbit Winter Care

      A how-to guide to making your rabbit enclosure winter-proof

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      Lying cat

      Cat Cold – What to Do

      Tips for cat owners: how to help your feline friend recover

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      Dog in the snow

      Pets in Winter

      Keeping your four-legged friends happy and safe in the cold season

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      Cat in the snow

      Outdoor Cats in the Winter

      Bringing your cat with outdoor access safe through the cold season

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      Dog in the snow

      When Your Dog Has a Cold

      Swift recovery for your four-legged patient

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      Shopping Guide for Animal-Friendly Fashion

      From wool to down – have a heart for animals when shopping 

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      Rasberry bushes

      Animal-Friendly Gardening In Autumn

      How to prepare your flora so it's fauna-friendly for winter

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      Merino sheep in a field

      Webinars on Sheep Welfare Within the Wool Industry

      Watch the FOUR PAWS wool trainings to learn more about animal-friendly practices in wool production

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      Dog and their owner walking

      Mindful Walks With Your Dog

      Why you should focus on your canine companion

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      Dog and a pumpkin

      Halloween – Scary for Pets too

      A guide for pet owners to survive the spooky season!

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      Cat

      Moving House With a Cat

      Making the move go smoothly for your furry friend

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      Avoiding Wildlife Accidents

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

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      Pets in Hot Weather

      What pet owners should know to keep their four-legged friends safe

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      Child with a lamb

      How to Wear it Kind

      A shopping guide for compassion in fashion by FOUR PAWS

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      Woman doing online research

      What You Need to Know About Illegal Online Puppy Sellers

      The most common tricks to avoid when looking for a puppy

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      A lamb and its mother

      FOUR PAWS Investigates Mulesed-Wool in Global Sportswear

      Our report reveals there is no evidence for Nike’s mulesing-free claim  

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      Stella McCartney bag, Paris Fashion Week 2020

      Animal Welfare in Fashion Report Names the Best and Worst Brands in 2021

      FOUR PAWS reports good progress on animal welfare in fashion, but there is still a long way to go

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      Wear it Kind for Christmas

      Our 2021 round up of animals in fashion highlights, as well as top 10 #WearItKind holiday gift ideas!

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      Two lambs in a field

      A Guide for Brands and Retailers

      A helpful guide for fashion brands and retailers looking to make the switch to sheep-friendly materials

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      Dog

      Checklist – What to Consider before Adopting a Pet

      There are a few things you should be aware of before giving an animal a forever home

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      Dogs in Autumn

      A guide for dog owners

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      Dog at the vet

      Dangers of Pet Obesity

      Being overweight reduces both quality of life and life expectancy

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      Is Your Pet Overweight?

      Some tips to help you determine if your pet is in the normal weight range or a bit chubby

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      Countermeasures to Pet Obesity

      Weight loss tips for your cat or dog to bring them to a normal size

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      Dog and a car ramp

      How Can You Help Overweight Pets

      What every pet owner can do to make life a bit easier during the diet process 

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      Dog at Home

      Q&As: Pets and Coronavirus

      Information for Pet Owners

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      The Mole: An Underground Guest

      Guide for animal lovers: So humans and moles can live together peacefully

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      Dog panting in the heat

      Fake Animal Rescue Videos

      How to spot orchestrated animal rescues  

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      Golden retriever puppy outdoors on a sunny day

      10 Tips to Recognise a Responsible Puppy Seller

      FOUR PAWS advice on what to look out for when you are buying a puppy 

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      New Year's Eve: Minimising Your Pet's Stress

      A guide for owners of dogs, cats and small rodents

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      Foster dog

      How Fostering Helps to Save Lives

      A win for the shelter, the animal and you!

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      Guinea Pig

      Quiz: What Pet Best Suits My Lifestyle?

      Find out what pet might be perfect for you

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      Dogs at home

      Does a Dog Fit My Lifestyle?

      Test yourself with our '30-day dog challenge'

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      Cat at home

      Does a Cat Fit My Lifestyle?

      Test yourself with our '30-day cat challenge'

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      Kitten Hazel

      Why Do You Want to Have a Pet?

      Discover the motivations behind pet ownership

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      Guinea pigs as pets

      Does a Small Mammal Fit My Lifestyle?

      Test yourself with our '30-day challenge'

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      Puppy and its owner

      The Responsible Way to Acquiring a Pet

      Where should you purchase your pet from? 

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      Dogs in Speranta Shelter

      A Pet is Not Just for Lockdown!

      FOUR PAWS' Guide for Animal Lovers

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      Sheep in Australia

      Myths about Mulesing of Sheep

      Fact or Fiction? Find out the truth about mulesing!

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      Happy cat

      The Purr-fect Vacation

      A happy cat’s holiday guide

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      Dog at home

      Pet Technology Revolution

      Gadgets that make life easier for pet owners and can be useful for their pet

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      Scared dog

      The Impact of Lockdown on Domestic Violence

      FOUR PAWS' Guide for Animal Lovers

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      Snuffle mat for dogs

      Make a Snuffle Mat for Your Dog

      Instructions: creative fun for both you and your dog!

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      Cat in Germany

      Spring is here – and it’s mating time for cats

      Unneutered cats can produce unwanted offspring during this period

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      Dogs on leash

      Springtime: Keep your Dog on a Leash

      Let wild animals raise their babies in peace

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      Pet cat sleeping

      10 Things You Can Do for the Animals and Yourself Now

      You can prove love for animals even in difficult times

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      Enrichment in BEAR SANCTUARY

      Enrichment for Bears

      Search game for children – Dushi needs support!

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      Young bird

      'Branchling' – Hands off Please!

      Guide for animal lovers: what you can do for young wild animals

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      Dog sniffing on another dog

      Giardia – Invisible Guests

      Guide for pet owners: the dangers for animals and humans

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      How the Rabbit was Domesticated

      Rabbits represent the domesticated form of the game-rabbit and belong to the most popular domestic animals

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      Rabbit eating

      A Balanced Diet for a Rabbit

      As for every animal, an adequate diet is essential for rabbits to stay healthy, fit and satisfied.

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      Sleeping rabbit

      Health Checklist for Rabbits

      A regular and thorough rabbit health check is very important. As flight-animals, rabbits are masters at hiding health problems

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      Rabbit listening

      The Proper Lifting and Lowering of a Rabbit

      What you should know about carrying of a rabbit

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      Rabbit enclosure

      How to Design a Rabbit Enclosure

      Make rabbits feel at home

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      dogs in the office

      Dogs in the Office

      Tips and tricks for a healthy working relationship with your canine colleague

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      Happy dog

      Dogs and Their Needs

      Guide for dog owners: What does my dog need?

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      Getting a Dog?

      Things to consider before getting a dog

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      Getting a Cat?

      Things to consider before getting a cat

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      Checklist: Getting a Pet

      A guide for future pet owners

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      Animal Welfare and Tourism

      Selfies taken with bears in chains, on the back of an elephant or petting lion cubs. Animal welfare should not stop on holiday. 

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