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FOUR PAWS reminds us how responsible pet ownership can curb pet overpopulation and shelter overcrowding. Cape Town, 16 February 2026 – Global animal welfare group, FOUR PAWS is challenging the nation to turn February into a month of action and compassion. With Love Your Pet Day on 20 February and World Spay Day on 24 …
Skip the usual chocolates and flowers, choose an ethical gift that gives rescued lions a second chance at life. Cape Town – This Valentine’s Day, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS is calling on animal lovers to celebrate love in a way that truly matters: by symbolically adopting a rescued big cat. Through this programme, …
FOUR PAWS reminds us that protecting animals and the environment starts with what’s on our plate. Cape Town, 23 January 2026 – As the world prepares to mark World Environmental Education Day on 26 January 2026, FOUR PAWS is spotlighting a critical issue: the link between meat, dairy and egg consumption, climate change and animal …
FOUR PAWS responds to cry for help for big cats affected by fires. Bethlehem, 20 January 2026 – After devastating fires swept through the Overberg area in the Western Cape, Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary faced an unimaginable challenge: protecting its beloved animals from danger. Recognising the urgency, Panthera Africa, an ethical sanctuary for captive …
FOUR PAWS reminds us of the role education plays in building a compassionate future at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary Bethlehem, 19 January 2026 – As the world commemorates International Day of Education on 24 January under the global theme “Learning for Lasting Peace”, FOUR PAWS South Africa shares the vital role of education in fostering …
FOUR PAWS invites South Africans to lead with kindness in 2026 Cape Town, 29 December 2025 – As we step into a new year, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS calls on South Africans to make animal welfare a priority in their New Year’s resolutions. By adopting simple, impactful habits, communities can help create a …
FOUR PAWS urges communities to protect pets and wildlife by ditching fireworks and embracing safer celebrations. Cape Town, 22 December 2025 — As South Africans prepare to welcome the New Year, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS calls on communities to say NO to fireworks and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of animals. Fireworks may …
FOUR PAWS updates Wear it Kind Brand Directory with 60 new fashion brands Cape Town, 15 December 2025 – As South Africans prepare for the festive season, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS is asking shoppers to make compassionate choices when buying gifts. The updated Wear it Kind Brand Directory now features over 300 fashion …
Understanding how pets cool themselves can save lives during South Africa’s hottest months Cape Town, 09 December 2025 – As temperatures soar across South Africa, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS is calling on pet owners to take proactive measures to protect their furry friends from the dangers of extreme heat. Pets are particularly vulnerable …
Ten tips to #TravelKind and protect animals this festive season Skip wild animal shows, feeding, selfies and any form of direct interaction Avoid buying souvenirs made from animals Observe wild animals from a respectable distance and visit only true sanctuaries Cape Town, 01 December 2025 – A selfie with a lion cub, riding an elephant, …
FOUR PAWS’ campaign sparks over 85,000 protest emails and celebrity backlash demanding action Cape Town, 25 November 2025 – Michael Kors faces pressure to respond to a growing public outcry after celebrities and global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS targets the brand for ignoring the suffering of ten million lambs mutilated annually for wool fashion …
At LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, three rescued males prove that family isn’t always inherited, it’s chosen. Not every male lion gets to lead a pride. In fact, most don’t. In the wild, young males are often exiled from their birth prides once they reach maturity. Alone and vulnerable, they face a harsh reality, survival without …
FOUR PAWS concludes first part of emergency mission at former Zoo Luján Largest big cat veterinary assessment in Latin America completed in less than a month. Most animals examined had health issues; emergency surgeries and treatments performed. Next steps: Relocation of the bears and finding long-term solutions for the big cats. Cape Town / Buenos …
Cape Town, 12 November 2025 – South Africa is still facing the devastating consequences of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), with outbreaks affecting both poultry, including ostriches and wild birds, including the critically endangered African Penguin. In 2017, the first case of HPAI was confirmed in commercial chickens in South Africa, prompting urgent biosecurity measures …
FOUR PAWS shares how citizens can turn kindness into action by protecting pets, wildlife and farm animals through everyday choices. Cape Town, 10 November 2025 — As the world celebrates World Kindness Day 2025 on 13 November, FOUR PAWS is encouraging communities across the country to extend their compassion to animals in our homes, used …
FOUR PAWS South Africa appeals to communities to prioritise animal safety during informal Guy Fawkes activities Cape Town, 03 November 2025 — As 5 November approaches, FOUR PAWS is urging communities to be mindful of the distress fireworks cause to pets and wildlife. While Guy Fawkes Day is not officially recognised in South Africa, informal …
FOUR PAWS shares why the health of humans, animals, and the environment are interconnected and why it should matter to us. Cape Town, 30 October 2025 – In South Africa, where people live closely with animals and nature whether in rural villages, townships or urban centres, the health of one affects the health of all. …
Leading with purpose, how Fiona Miles and her team are redefining animal welfare in South Africa. Cape Town, 29 October 2025 – FOUR PAWS South Africa proudly announces that its Director, Fiona Miles, has been selected as a finalist in the Good Hope FM Warrior Women Awards 2025 in the Excellence in Leadership category, in …
FOUR PAWS provides urgent care for big cats and bears at former Zoo Luján. Veterinarians and wildlife experts from FOUR PAWS are on-site at former Zoo Luján in Buenos Aires province for a complex emergency mission launched on 23 October Until the end of November, the FOUR PAWS team will be carrying out veterinary assessments …
Former circus lionesses deepen their roots at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary after settling into a one-hectare, species-appropriate home. Illiana and Tomoyo arrived at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary carrying years of hardship in their paws and the quiet hope that comes with second chances. Their story is one of resilience, gentle healing, and the slow reclaiming …
New FOUR PAWS report reveal how consumers are left in the dark Cape Town, 14 October 2025 – Global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS’ new report investigates the efforts of over 100 fashion brands in eleven countries in addressing major animal welfare issue – live lamb cutting (LLC) within their wool supply chain. The itchy …
Zero export quota for captive lion bones signals shift toward ethical wildlife policy. Cape Town, 09 October 2025 — FOUR PAWS South Africa welcomes the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s decision to set a zero export quota for lion bones sourced from captive breeding operations for the 2025 calendar year, under the leadership …
Empowering the next generation through animal welfare education and community leadership Bethlehem, 02 October 2025 — In celebration of World Teachers’ Day, LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary is honouring all educators who go beyond the classroom to instil values of empathy, responsibility, and environmental stewardship. The sanctuary recently welcomed learners from Caritas College and Thebe Public …
Use the FOUR PAWS Animal Welfare Advocacy Guide to take small steps of Kindness this World Animal Day Cape Town, 29 September 2025 — On 4 October, South Africans will join the global community in celebrating World Animal Day, a time to pause and reflect on the animals who share our lives, our land and …