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.
Speak out to end cruel horse slaughter methods
Thousands of American equines are brutally slaughtered every year. Horses deserve a humane end of life.
Pass the PAST Act to end horse abuse
No horse should be made to suffer for a blue ribbon. Urge legislators to strengthen penalties for abuse.
Help dogs and cats on the streets
Millions of dogs and cats roam the streets worldwide.
Petland cruelty exposed
Undercover investigations have unveiled terrible suffering in Petland stores.
Pledge to protect captive wild animals
The misguided demand for interactions with wild animals is fueling an industry that harms wildlife across the U.S. and around the world. Avoid attractions that offer close encounters with wild animals.
Speak up for animals suffering on factory farms
Prevent the suffering of animals on factory farms and protect the world around us.
Stop the dog and cat meat trade in Indonesia
End the horrifically cruel and dangerous dog and cat meat trades.
End organized dogfighting
Dogs forced to fight for human entertainment suffer horrific injuries and sometimes death.
End dog testing
40,000 dogs are used in painful and often deadly experiments each year in the United States alone.