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FOUR PAWS SUCCESSES IN 2023

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countries globally currently have FOUR PAWS projects, offices or missions, in our ongoing effort of improving animal welfare worldwide!

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big cats and bears are being protected in species appropriate environments, in our sanctuaries and cooperation projects around the world

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dogs and cats received help through UPAW, a platform established by us together with partners, that has taken care of the distribution of more than 1,000 tonnes of humanitarian aid in Ukraine

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signatures were received for the #FurFreeEurope cooperation petition since May 2022! This is just one of many successful campaigns from this year

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bears are living in captivity as 'restaurant bears' in Albania. We helped put an end to this cruelty all together, by rescuing the last one this year!

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FUN FACTS

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10 Facts about Brown Bears

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Elephant Duma (Charley) in South Africa

Rescue Elephant Duma (Charley)

Retiring an elephant from captivity: How elephant Charley became elephant Duma


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Stay Safe During Storm Surge

What is storm surge and how can you prepare?


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Bear Mitko in his tiny cage in Slovenia

Four Immediate Steps to Protect Slovenia’s Captive Bears

Mici, Tim, and Masha rely on public support


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Stray cat in Indonesia

Stray Animal Care in Jakarta, Indonesia

An educational platform to provide animal welfare knowledge for public audience and veterinarians


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Chef Priyanka

Sleepiest Bear Competition Winners Celebrate with Victory Meal Made by Famed Plant-Based Chef

Rescue Bears, a.k.a. the “Dream Team”, Enjoy Dish from Award Winning Chef


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Elephant Charley in South Africa

Freedom for Charley, the last captive elephant in South Africa

FOUR PAWS and EMS Foundation collaborate to transition Charley to retirement at Shambala Private Game Reserve


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How Cats Communicate

More than just meowing, cats have various ways of interacting with other cats, animals and humans


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Chef Priyanka Helps Protect Bears

Chef Priyanka Naik meets the "Dream Team" at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz and spreads awareness for bears in need 


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wildlife SANCTUARIES

We provide species-appropriate homes for rescued animals all over the world.

Lioness Neida at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

A FOUR PAWS project in South Africa since 2006

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Bear Cuc BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh

BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh

A FOUR PAWS project in Vietnam since 2017

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Bear Luna at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

A FOUR PAWS project in Germany since 2006

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Tiger Snow in Slovakia

Rescue Tigers Snow & Sky

From private keeping in Slovakia to the skies of South Africa

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Rescue Bear Michal

Rescued from a small concrete enclosure, the three-legged bear now enjoys life at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

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Lion Romeo at LIONSROCK

Rescue Lion Romeo

When your only purpose in life is to entertain others

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Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

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Are you and your animals storm-ready?

A guide to keeping your pets safe during storms and wildfires

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Beach Safety for Dogs

Learn how to prepare for a day of fun at the ocean, lake, or river!

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