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FOUR PAWS

is the global animal welfare organization 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.

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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 spayed/neutered more than 30,000 stray dogs and cats worldwide!

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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.

#WearItKind

Together, we can drive an animal-friendly fashion future

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#ProtectMillions

Stolen. Killed. Eaten. End the Dog and Cat Meat Trade

#TheySufferWeSuffer

Pandemics and Animal Welfare: Support our demands for a world of higher animal welfare!

#StopTheTrucks

Live Animal Transport in Europe

#SaveTheSaddestBears

Bears are still kept in appalling conditions. Their owners often use them for profit. Whether for bile extraction, training hunting dogs or...

#RuthlessTrade

With no clear rules and regulations within the European Union tigers are being bred, traded and moved with no one really knowing exactly ...

10 Facts About Pigs

What do you know about these remarkable animals?

10 Facts About Live Lamb Cutting

What is this cruel practice and how can we protect lambs?

10 facts about brown bears

Intriguing facts about one of the world's largest predators

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Tigers Shevar and Sharukh in grass in LIONSROCK

Calendar Cover Star

Your vote decides which rescued animal will grace the cover of our 2026 calendar!

Two white tigers and a brown tiger are forced to sit in a circus in Thailand

Tiger Tourism in Thailand

A first-hand account by Vanessa Amoroso, Animals in Entertainment & Work – Navigator at FOUR PAWS International

Dethroned film posters with black and white photograph of lion on red wall at cinema

U.S. Premiere of DETHRONED Leaves Audience Inspired

FOUR PAWS and the Climate Film Festival held an exclusive screening and expert panel in New York City

Animal Welfare and Art Activism

How FOUR PAWS is using art to spread awareness and engagement

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The Great Elephant Migration Los Angeles

See the exhibit at its final stop in Los Angeles

European Parliament Delivers for Dogs and Cats

An update on the success of the recent EU vote

“They Are Stealing Our Pets”: Exposing the Horrors of the Dog and Cat Meat Trade In Vietnam

A firsthand account of the fight against a cruel trade

Extreme Heat Quiz

Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

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Beach Safety Quiz

Plan a safe and happy beach day with your dog!

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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

A FOUR PAWS project in South Africa since 2006

BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh

A FOUR PAWS project in Vietnam since 2017

BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

A FOUR PAWS project in Germany since 2006

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Rescue Bear Sunny

Ray of hope — a fresh start for the abused dancing bear

Rescued French circus lioness at a sanctuary

Rescue Lionesses Tomoyo and Illiana

A fresh start soon in South Africa for former French circus lions

Rescue Bear Felix

A remarkable new chapter for an elderly bear

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Beach Safety for Dogs

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

Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

A guide for keeping your pets cool and safe this summer

Are you and your animals storm-ready?

A guide to keeping your pets safe during severe weather, winter cold, and wildfires

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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 spayed/neutered more than 30,000 stray dogs and cats worldwide!

0+

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.

What do you know about these remarkable animals?

What is this cruel practice and how can we protect lambs?

Intriguing facts about one of the world's largest predators

Your vote decides which rescued animal will grace the cover of our 2026 calendar!

A first-hand account by Vanessa Amoroso, Animals in Entertainment & Work – Navigator at FOUR PAWS International

FOUR PAWS and the Climate Film Festival held an exclusive screening and expert panel in New York City

How FOUR PAWS is using art to spread awareness and engagement

See the exhibit at its final stop in Los Angeles

An update on the success of the recent EU vote

A firsthand account of the fight against a cruel trade

Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

Plan a safe and happy beach day with your dog!

A FOUR PAWS project in South Africa since 2006

A FOUR PAWS project in Vietnam since 2017

A FOUR PAWS project in Germany since 2006

Ray of hope — a fresh start for the abused dancing bear

A fresh start soon in South Africa for former French circus lions

A remarkable new chapter for an elderly bear

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

A guide for keeping your pets cool and safe this summer

A guide to keeping your pets safe during severe weather, winter cold, and wildfires

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