Four Paws Guides

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

      Knitted socks

      A Guide to Kind Knitting

      Ethical wool yarn and alternatives for animal-friendly knitting

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      Rabbit at the vet

      Flystrike in Rabbits

      How do you prevent and treat the dangerous disease in rabbits?

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      Dog at a Christmas market

      Stress-Free Through the Holiday Season

      Tips for keeping your dog calm and safe in a hectic and crowded place

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      dog and a pumpkin

      Halloween Can Be Scary for Pets too

      A guide for pet owners to survive the spooky season!

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      Dog in the snow

      When Your Dog Has a Cold – What to Do

      Tips for dog owners: how to help your four-legged patient recover

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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 Janosch and various muzzle

      Muzzles for Dogs – Correct Fit and Training

      Criteria for a good, suitable muzzle and tips for use

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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 

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      Dog standing on grass

      Dogs and Their Needs

      Guide for dog owners: How to care for your dog’s needs

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      Cat looking into the camera

      A Cat's Personality

      Did you know that cats have different personalities, just like humans?

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      Cat in a home

      How Cats Communicate

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

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      Stray dog in Kosovo

      Staying Safe Around Street Dogs

      What to be aware of and how to behave

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      Cat at home

      Car Accidents Involving Cats

      What to do when a cat is involved in a car accident 

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      Man with dog on a leash

      Dog Training Basics

      How do dogs learn?

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      Three brown dogs walking on leads at the beach

      Beach Safety for Dogs

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

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      Two intertwined hands holding two cones of icecreams

      Animal-Friendly Ice Cream Alternatives for Summer

      Do your bit for animal welfare by opting for a plant-based cold dessert

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      Sleeping dog

      Letting Your Pet Go

      Knowing when the time has come to say goodbye

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      Dog being hugged

      Preparing to Say Goodbye to Your Pet

      What to consider before your pet's passing 

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      Cat

      Coping With the Death of a Pet

      The loss of a much-loved animal can leave a huge void in your life

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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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      Aerial view of flooded neighborhood in South Carolina

      Flooding and Animals: Keeping your Pets and Livestock Safe

      Be prepared! This guide outlines steps to keep your pets and livestock safe during a flood

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      Dog at the beach

      Summer Treats for Dogs

      Summer snack and recipe ideas for your dog

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      Cat in a summer garden

      Summer Treats for Cats

      Make summer a great season for your cat with some special treats!

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      Dry and arid land

      Keep Your Pets Safe During Extreme Heat

      A guide for keeping your pets cool and safe this summer

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      Cloudy sky silhouetted against hills

      Are you and your animals storm-ready?

      A guide to keeping your pets safe during storms and wildfires

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      Cat lying on grass

      Plants That Are Dangerous to Pets

      Protect your beloved animals from poisonous plants in your home and garden

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      Child with a lamb

      How to Wear it Kind

      Quick tips to support more compassion in fashion

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      Black and white dog Afra from in a field at LIONSROCK

      How to Find Good the Right Dog Trainer

      Not every dog trainer is right for you and your best friend

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      Brown dog walking in the snow

      Keep your dogs safe from a mysterious new repiratory illness

      Mysterious new respiratory illness is spreading in dogs

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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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      Two lambs at a stable

      7 Crucial Questions About Live Lamb Cutting (Mulesing) And Pain Relief

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

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      Cat inside a house

      Cost of Living Crisis for Pet Owners

      Cost of Living Crisis for Pet Owners

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      Sparrow

      Feeding Birds in Winter

      How you can help the little visitors in the cold season

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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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      Happy cat

      Being a Responsible Pet Owner

      How to become your pet’s best friend 

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      Guinea pig

      Protecting Guinea Pigs from Summer Heat

      The importance of keeping guinea pigs cool in the summer

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      Dogs outside on a hot day

      Pets in Hot Weather

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

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      Pools are a danger to animals

      Swimming Pools Pose a Danger to Pets and Wildlife!

      Having a swimming pool is fun, but there are risks for animals that can be prevented

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      Happy and healthy Dushi

      The Transformation of Rescued Wild Animals

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

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      Cat in the grass

      Beware of Ticks!

      Caution can help protect dogs and cats

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      Young bird

      Baby Birds – Hands off Please!

      A guide for animal lovers: what you can do for young wild animals

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      Group of young hares

      Do Not Disturb Young Hares

      Tips on how to help young wild animals

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      Dog

      Shedding: Dogs & Cats

      Advice for pet owners: expect a 'hairy' spring and autumn

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      Baby red squirrel being held in hand

      Squirrels in Need

      Guide for animal lovers: tips for saving baby squirrels 

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      Chicken

      Tips For Animal-friendly Easter

      Some Easter traditions and treats may hide cruelty behind them

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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 at home

      Does a Dog Fit My Lifestyle?

      Test yourself with our '30-day dog challenge'

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      Cat outdoors

      Cats on a Lead

      Reasons for the trend and what cat owners should know

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      Dog on leash

      Springtime: Keep your Dog on a Leash

      Let wild animals raise their babies in peace

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      Raccoon at TIRART

      Raccoons

      Many raccoons live at TIERART Wild Animal Sanctuary in Germany

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      Lions kissing

      Love for Animals this Valentine's Day

      Five animal-friendly tips to make your heart feel better this Valentine's Day

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      Dog during Carnival

      Carnival: No Fun For Animals

      Tips for pet owners during this celebratory season

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      White rabbit

      Rabbits as Pets

      Guide for pet owners: Rabbits do not belong in cages – so be sure to prepare your home for the species

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      Husky lying in the snow on a mountain

      Winter Hikes With Your Dog

      Essential tips on enjoying safe hiking adventures with your dog

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      Dog

      Food Allergies in Pets

      Common symptoms and how you can help your pet

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      Cat in Crate

      Pet Abandonment – A Global Animal Welfare Issue

      Every day around the globe, hundreds of thousands of animals are abandoned by their owners

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      Dog at home in cosy bed

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

      A guide for owners of dogs, cats and other small pets

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      Happy Turkey

      Have Yourself a Merry Cruelty-Free Christmas Dinner

      FOUR PAWS recommends animal-friendly food alternatives

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      Zoe was rescued from a fur farm

      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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      Dog and cat

      Are You Ready to Become a Fosterer?

      A foster parent’s guide

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      Cat and her owner

      How you can Become a Fosterer

      Foster parent’s guide

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      Dog and their owner walking

      Mindful Walks With Your Dog

      Eliminating distractions while walking with your canine companion can be beneficial to you both

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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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      Dogs

      Dangerous Foods for Dogs

      Many foods that are harmless to humans can be deadly to your companion 

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      Cat

      Dangerous Foods for Cats

      A guide to keeping your furry friend happy and healthy

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      Cat lying on grass

      Harvest Mites in Pets

      Tiny creature, irritating bite – how pet owners can protect their furry friends

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      Dog

      Dementia in Pets

      How to recognize the disease and what you can do for your pet

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      Animal Welfare and Tourism

      Animal Welfare and Tourism

      Selfies with bears in chains or petting lion cubs? Animal welfare issues to watch out for while on vacation

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      Traveling with a Dog

      How to plan and prepare for a trip with your furry friend

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      Dog in a car on a sunny day

      Could Your Car Become a Heat Trap?

      Why you should never leave your dog in the car in warm weather

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      Dog and his owner

      Pet Owners Can Help Their Fearful Pets

      How can fear, anxiety and phobia be prevented or eased? 

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      Scared dog

      Separation Anxiety in Dogs

      What can you do if your dog doesn’t like being left home alone? 

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      Lamb in a field

      Disasters and Farm Animals: Are You Ready?

      This guide will help you and your livestock get prepared for when disaster strikes

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      Pig in pig farm

      Emergencies and Abuse in Animal Husbandry – What to Do

      FOUR PAWS gives tips on what to do as a witness of farm animal suffering

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      Tips for a Loving Mother's Day

      8 animal-friendly Mothers Day ideas that come from the heart

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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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      White and grey fox laying in the snow

      Wear it Kind for the Holidays

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

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      Woman and a horse in a barn

      Disasters and Your Horse: Are You Ready?

      This guide will help you and your horse or other equines get prepared for when disaster strikes

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      Enrichment for Big Cats

      Enrichment for Big Cats

      An important part of animal management in humane care, allowing them to act out natural species behavior 

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      Travelling with your dog by car

      Traveling With Your Dog by Car

      Guide for Dog Owners: How to have a relaxed road trip with your dog

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      Dog panting in the heat

      Fake Animal Rescue Videos

      How to spot orchestrated animal rescues  

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      Kitten in the garden

      Preparing Your Garden for Spring and Your Pets

      FOUR PAWS' guides on how to make your garden safe for animals

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      Dog at Home

      Q&As: Pets and Coronavirus

      Information for pet owners

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      Cat at home

      Emergency Plan for Pet Owners during COVID-19

      What happens to my pet if I am ill or hospitalized?

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      Pet cat sleeping

      COVID-19: Ways to Help Animals and People while at home

      You can still show your love for animals while staying safe at home! 

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      Enrichment in BEAR SANCTUARY

      Enrichment for Bears

      Search game for children – Dushi needs support!

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      dog get petted by his owner

      Clicker training for Pets

      Encouraging positive behavior through positive reinforcement

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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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      Cat

      Cat Fun in Autumn

      How to keep your pet busy and entertained during the cozy fall season

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      Disasters and your pets: Are you ready?

      This guide will help you and your family get prepared

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      Checklist: Getting a Pet

      A guide for future pet owners

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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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      Dogs in Autumn

      Guide for dog owners

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