Take Action for Animals
As part of the European Union, Germany follows EU rules regarding animals. But Germany also has its own laws, such as the Animal Protection Act, that go beyond these basic rules and protect animals that the EU doesn’t cover. Here are some actions you can take right now.
Animals are suffering at Marineland
Marineland has a history of being investigated for animal abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Urge the European Union to stop importing hunting trophies
Nearly 15,000 hunting trophies of species at risk like elephants, lions, giraffes, polar bears and black rhinos were imported into the EU between 2014 and 2018.
End outdated drug tests on animals
Urge the FDA to make it clear to companies that animal testing is not required.
End the export of live horses for slaughter
Horses are flown by air, crammed into wooden crates without water, food or rest.
Sign the pledge to end trophy hunting
Every year, hundreds of thousands of wild animals are killed solely to obtain "trophies"—heads, hides or pelts and even whole animals—to stuff, skin and hang on a wall.
Animal Welfare Act
Puppies and mother dogs suffer in puppy mills and urgently deserve better conditions.
Ban the cruel dog and cat meat trades worldwide
Speak out against the cruel, unnecessary and dangerous dog and cat meat trade.
Urge Shriners to adopt an animal-free circus policy
Join us in urging Shriners International to prohibit local chapters from using sensitive wild animals in their circuses.
Keep pets and their families together
Help us increase access to affordable veterinary care, pet food and pet-inclusive housing.