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FOUR PAWS

is the global animal welfare organisation 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.

Emergency Mission Argentina

A turning point for the animals of a former zoo — and one of our most complex missions to date

Emergency Mission Underway in Argentina To Help Over 60 Zoo Animals

FOUR PAWS provides urgent care for big cats and bears at former Zoo Luján

Global Brands Wool Supply Rated in Four Paws Consumer Transparency Investigation

Michael Kors cops lowest score, Australian brands enact positive reforms

Michael Kors: Protecting Lambs Is Not a Luxury

Join the movement to end Live Lamb Cutting

Before: Forgotten | After: Family

From unseen cruelty to transformed lives.

Pet-Safe Garden Guide

How to Create a Safe Outdoor Space for Dogs and Cats?

FOUR PAWS Calls for Victoria to Ban Fur Sales

Investigations show real animal fur mislabelled as faux fur in Victoria. FOUR PAWS urges the Victorian Government to act and protect both animals and consumers.

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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 helped more than 30,000 stray dogs and cats!

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emails, over 5,000 calls from supporters around the world successfully persuaded Max Mara Fashion Group to go fur-free.

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FOUR PAWS is a registered charity with the ACNC

FOUR PAWS Australia is a registered charity with the ACNC (ABN 86 601 868 286).

FOUR PAWS is a member of the Fundraising Institute of Australia and follows its guidelines as a minimum standard.

FOUR PAWS is a core member of the Australian Alliance for Animals.

FOUR PAWS is the official country representative for the Fur Free Retailer program in Australia.

End Puppy Farming in Australia

Every day across Australia, hundreds of puppies are sold on platforms like Gumtree, Facebook, and Instagram. We must end this.

Ban the Fur Trade for a #FurFreeAustralia

Over 71% of Aussies are concerned about fur. But, did you know you might still be unintentionally supporting the cruel and deadly fur ...

Ban Live Exports in Australia

Despite tragedies and growing unpopularity, Australia continues to be one of the world's largest live exporters.

Break The Vicious Cycle of the Big Cats Trade

We want to #BreakTheViciousCycle and protect the endangered tigers and other big cats from the wildlife trade.

End Cruel Live Animal Transports

Every year, over 600 million farmed animals are transported across Australia under poor conditions that result in stress, injury and even ...

End the Dog and Cat Meat Trade

Millions of dogs and cats are brutally killed for their meat every year. FOUR PAWS is fighting to end the cruel dog and cat meat. ...

#LiveKinder

To protect animals and our planet, we can all be kinder. Kinder in what we eat, what we wear and how we treat the world. Small actions can ...

Pandemics and Animal Welfare

COVID-19 has taught us that we must improve the way that humans treat animals. Let's prevent the pandemic of tomorrow by first saving ...

#RuthlessTourism

Animal abuse for tourism is real, so think before you book your next trip happening now, right on our doorstep

Save the Saddest Bears

Bears are still kept in appalling conditions globally. Closer to home, we are on the mission to #SavetheSaddestBears kept in captivity for ...

#WearitKind

Millions of animals are suffering around the world for fashion every year. We are changing the world fo fashion to not only look great, but...

Animals in Australia

Our work to help protect animals in Australia

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Companion Animals

We work to ensure dogs, cats, rabbits, and other pets get the love they deserve

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Farm Animals

See what we're doing to help cattle, pigs, chickens, geese, sheep, and more farm animals

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Wild Animals

Local and exotic wildlife suffer across a wide range of sectors, we're working to stop it

Nutrition

We're here to inspire you when it comes to enjoy a delicious, healthy diet that is cruelty-free

Animals Abused in Fashion

For an animal-friendly fashion industry - we call for #BanFur, #EndLiveLambCutting and more.

Rapid Response

We help animals in conflict zones and war-torn areas

Help for Strays

We're working across the globe to help stray animals in need

Rescue Bear Tyson

One of 'Europe’s saddest bears' gets a new home at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

Rescue The Sudan Lions

A journey from conflict to sanctuary

Rescue Tigers Snow and Sky

From private keeping in Slovakia to the skies of South Africa

Rescue Dog Sok

The abandoned dog who was chased by dog meat thieves

Rescue Orangutan Gerhana

From a malnourished little baby to a fighting spirit

Rescue Seven Romanian Lions

From sadness to safety: Simba and his siblings found their new home!

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Bear Mira on a flowery meadow in a sanctuary

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A turning point for the animals of a former zoo — and one of our most complex missions to date

FOUR PAWS provides urgent care for big cats and bears at former Zoo Luján

Michael Kors cops lowest score, Australian brands enact positive reforms

Join the movement to end Live Lamb Cutting

From unseen cruelty to transformed lives.

How to Create a Safe Outdoor Space for Dogs and Cats?

Investigations show real animal fur mislabelled as faux fur in Victoria. FOUR PAWS urges the Victorian Government to act and protect both animals and consumers.

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FOUR PAWS carried out 36 rescue missions and 134 vet checks in its sanctuaries and cooperation projects.

0+

This year, FOUR PAWS helped more than 30,000 stray dogs and cats!

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emails, over 5,000 calls from supporters around the world successfully persuaded Max Mara Fashion Group to go fur-free.

for a better world for animals

Support us with your voice!

Be first to hear of our animal rescues and latest news

Our work to help protect animals in Australia

We work to ensure dogs, cats, rabbits, and other pets get the love they deserve

See what we're doing to help cattle, pigs, chickens, geese, sheep, and more farm animals

Local and exotic wildlife suffer across a wide range of sectors, we're working to stop it

We're here to inspire you when it comes to enjoy a delicious, healthy diet that is cruelty-free

For an animal-friendly fashion industry - we call for #BanFur, #EndLiveLambCutting and more.

We help animals in conflict zones and war-torn areas

We're working across the globe to help stray animals in need

One of 'Europe’s saddest bears' gets a new home at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

A journey from conflict to sanctuary

From private keeping in Slovakia to the skies of South Africa

The abandoned dog who was chased by dog meat thieves

From a malnourished little baby to a fighting spirit

From sadness to safety: Simba and his siblings found their new home!

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Subscribe to our newsletter and read all about our newest projects, wildlife conservation centres and campaigns, and our global commitment to animals in distress.

Our newsletter informs you about our work on a fortnightly basis.

Our press corner includes the latest international press releases of current animal welfare topics, operations, rescues and much more.

Are you a journalist? Contact our press team today with your questions and to set up an interview with one of our experts in the field.