Humane slaughter agreement signed in China
We are proud to be partnering with APSRI and commend them for their recognition of farm animal welfare as a critical issue of the future.
The organisations will also work with relevant Chinese government agencies to establish humane slaughter legislation and codes of practice.
Report highlights poor slaughter standards for Taiwanese pigs
The report, part of a project undertaken with and funded by WSPA, reveals that none of the six COA-endorsed pig meat quality assurance schemes have legally binding standards that minimise animal suffering during slaughter, handling or transportation.
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.
WSPA battles the elements
A WSPA assessment team has been sent in to the affected area and is working with its member society, Animales S.O.S, to assess the needs of surviving livestock and companion animals.
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.
Stop the brutal pig slaughter in Egypt
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has explicitly stated that culling is an inappropriate reaction to the outbreak of swine flu, as there is no known link between the flu and pigs.
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.
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.
Speak out against slaughter: Whales need you
April is a dangerous time for whales in Norwegian waters: it marks the start of the whaling season.
Norway is one of just three countries defying the international ban on commercial whaling, undermining its reputation as a progressive nation concerned with animal welfare.
New animal welfare syllabus for student vets worldwide
The original Concepts in Animal Welfare syllabus was the result of a long-standing collaboration with the University of Bristol’s School of Veterinary Medicine, one of the first academic institutions to pioneer animal welfare teaching and research.
Global reach: WSPA celebrates 1,000 member societies
The 19 newest member societies will help strengthen the global animal welfare movement, changing many animals’ lives for the better.
Cattle die in severe floods
Farmers who have managed to transport their cattle to Trinidad Port by boat are finding that there is a lack of feed and nowhere to house their animals.