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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.

Before: Forgotten | After: Family

From unseen cruelty to transformed lives.

While the Wool Industry Bickers and the Government Buries Its Head in the Sand, 10 Million More Lambs Suffer

Open Letter from Australian animal organisations on behalf of Australian sheep

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.

Tiger Tajmir at an indoor enclosure at Liberec Zoo

Rescue Tiger Tajmir

New beginnings for an abandoned tiger

Pet-Safe Garden Guide

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

Raccoon dog inside a tiny dark cage at a fur farm

Woolrich: Still Ignoring Animal Cruelty

The last big outdoor brand to sell fur from raccoon dogs and other species – Will Woolrich’s Arctic Parkas soon be without animal fur?

Lion cub Mero at his temporary home in a zoo in Czechia

Rescue Lion Mero

Big cats are not pets, and this lion cub paid the price

Correctly remove ticks

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

Farm Animal Welfare for Better Public Health

Factory farming endangers animal and human health

"Cruel, Not Cute”: Cub Petting in Thailand

The true cost of these 'unique' experiences involves animal cruelty — our tips to travel kind and protect animals

Injured animal in the farm, captured through a camera

Enhancing Animal Welfare and Transparency Through CCTV in Animal Agriculture

The integration of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) in animal agriculture facilities is emerging as a powerful tool to promote animal welfare, increase transparency, and build public trust in the agricultural sector.

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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 Mark

After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free

Rescue Nine Bile Bears

From life behind bars to paradise: Almost two decades in captivity are over

Tiger cub Charlota in the Czech Republic

Rescue Tigress Charlota

A victim of the ruthless tiger trade

Rescue Dog Kasper

The brave survivor from Moldova

Rescue Orangutan Juno Marlina

Recovering from being kept as a pet in a tiny cage

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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From unseen cruelty to transformed lives.

Open Letter from Australian animal organisations on behalf of Australian sheep

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.

New beginnings for an abandoned tiger

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

The last big outdoor brand to sell fur from raccoon dogs and other species – Will Woolrich’s Arctic Parkas soon be without animal fur?

Big cats are not pets, and this lion cub paid the price

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

Factory farming endangers animal and human health

The true cost of these 'unique' experiences involves animal cruelty — our tips to travel kind and protect animals

The integration of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) in animal agriculture facilities is emerging as a powerful tool to promote animal welfare, increase transparency, and build public trust in the agricultural sector.

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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.

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

After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free

From life behind bars to paradise: Almost two decades in captivity are over

A victim of the ruthless tiger trade

The brave survivor from Moldova

Recovering from being kept as a pet in a tiny cage

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.