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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. 

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#BreakTheViciousCycle

FOUR PAWS is fighting to ban the commercial trade of ALL big cats in South Africa

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#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.

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Cat and Dog Meat Trade Investigation Hanoi VT

#TheySufferWeSuffer

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

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#BetterFarmsHealthyFuture 

Animal welfare protects everyone.

Farm Animal Welfare for Better Public Health

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We can all #LiveKinder


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Everything important about local and exotic wildlife


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LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

A FOUR PAWS sanctuary in South Africa since 2006


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Climate and Animal Welfare

Factory farming is damaging the planet


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Rapid Response for Animals

FOUR PAWS assists animals in the of conflict


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Disaster Relief for Animals

FOUR PAWS helps animals in the face of disaster 


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Cats and dogs awaiting vaccinations

Introducing South African Animal Welfare Groups to “Rabies Centres of Excellence”

Empowering South African animal welfare groups to lead in global rabies elimination through RCEs 


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Tiger Mirza overseeing the arrival of Tigeresses Snow & Sky

International Tiger Day: Honouring All Tigers at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

From exploitation to sanctuary — a life of dignity for rescued tigers


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Drop off of items from the '67 Kennels of Hope' Mandela Day delivery event in Khayelitsha

67 Kennels of Hope: A Legacy of Love for Mandela Day

FOUR PAWS and Mdzananda Animal Clinic partner to bring comfort and dignity to Khayelitsha’s companion animals


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Chicken on a farm

Farm Animal Welfare for Better Public Health

Factory farming endangers animal and human health


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SYMCO Veterinary Group 2025

Vet Students Transformed by Visit to LIONSROCK

Big cat sanctuary experience empowers the next generation of veterinarians with a powerful lesson in animal welfare and ethical care


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Dark, Milk and White Chocolate blocks

This World Chocolate Day, Choose Chocolate That’s Kind to Animals, People and the Planet

FOUR PAWS wants to encourage consumers to #LiveKinder by choosing cruelty-free, dairy-free, and ethically sourced chocolate that supports animal welfare and sustainable food systems.


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A herd of cattle at a farm in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Beyond Vaccines: FOUR PAWS Advocates for Sustainable Farming to Curb Future Animal Disease Outbreaks

As Foot and Mouth Disease resurfaces, FOUR PAWS highlights industrial farming and long-distance transport as key risk factors.


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FOUR PAWS Highlights Link Between Animal Welfare & AMR

A call for urgent policy reforms and One Health integration to prevent antimicrobial resistance through improved animal welfare standards


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