Help create a fur free future
With fur back in fashion, it’s ever more important that we celebrate successes for the anti-fur movement and remind ourselves and our friends why this acute cruelty will never be acceptable.
Israel postpones historic fur ban vote
The Knesset will vote on whether to introduce a complete ban on all fur production and sales.
Campaigners in Israel say the outlook is positive and the majority of politicians are backing the bill.
‘Ethical’ fur exposed: the case for a fur-free Christmas
A film released this month has exposed the horrifying extent of animal suffering in Norway’s fur farms, providing a timely reminder of the true cost of fur and fur-trims for all seasonal shoppers.
International momentum for a fur free world
This decision focused on mink fur production, but as the farming of foxes and chinchillas for their fur was banned in The Netherlands in the 1990s, this is in practical terms a total ban on all fur farming.
WSPA announces new Director General
Today, WSPA has a presence in over 150 countries around the world and the commitment displayed by every member of this alliance has allowed for some truly impressive achievements – the sound of so many voices speaking on individual issues has been a powerful tool for advancing global animal welfare.
WSPA Director General honoured by Eurogroup
The citation from Eurogroup states that the award was given to Major General Peter Davies CB to “honour his contribution to animal welfare, recognising that he has always been a keen supporter of our work.
The WSPA Annual General Meeting 2009
The Annual General Meeting of the World Society for the Protection of Animals will be held on 2 June 2009 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Chelsea Old Town Hall.
Europe proposes ban on cat and dog fur trade
We would like to applaud our member organisation the Humane Society International and their partner organisation Respect for Animals, whom after many years of campaigning have successfully managed to get the issue on the European Commission’s agenda.
New, comprehensive text on long distance transport launched
The largest and most comprehensive academic reference text on the long distance transport of animals for slaughter was presented to almost 100 of the world’s Chief Veterinary Officers in a reception on 26 May 2008.
Factory farming encourages global poverty
A new report by the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) says that far from benefiting those suffering from poverty and hunger - as once promoted by Governments and Development Agencies - factory farming is actually part and parcel of the poverty problem.
WSPA Board and Advisory Council announced
WSPA welcomed three new Board members at the 2008 annual general meeting, held on 3 June.
The new Board members join some experienced colleagues.
Have an animal friendly Christmas
If you go away this Christmas, remember to book a dog or cat sitter for your companion animal and while on your holiday travels, only visit animal friendly attractions.
Farm animal victory in the USA
WSPA congratulates member societies the Humane Society of the United States and the Farm Sanctuary for their work, along with other US-based animal welfare groups, in improving the lives of thousands of farm animals.