Kimchi’s fate was changed for the better. From being rescued from a South Korean dog meat farm to adopted into a loving home, this pup is living his best life (the one he always deserved!). #HumaneWorld

In 1957, a chicken raised for meat reached 0.9 kg in 56 days. By 2005, that number had jumped to 4.2 kg: same timeframe, nearly five times the weight. 🐓 A chicken's body was never meant to grow this fast.

Small choices add up, and together, we can help create a kinder food system for billions of hens.🐔💚 What you can do:⁣ ✔ Choose cage‑free eggs or try plant-based alternatives.⁣ ✔ Support businesses committed to better animal welfare.⁣ ✔ Tag friends and family, inspiring them to take these steps too!⁣

Did you know chickens are smart and social? Yet chickens kept for meat production suffer in overcrowded and barren surroundings, are subjected to inhumane slaughter, and are prone to health issues associated with rapid growth. Show compassion to farmed animals by removing them from your plate!⁠⁣ 🌱

Last week, we held an event at European Parliament to push for more funding for animal-free science. 💰🔬 Leaders from science, policy & industry all agree that Europe has the tools to move beyond animal testing. Now we need the political will & financial investment to make it happen. #HumaneWorld

The European Commission has finally released a “Roadmap towards phasing out animal testing.” 🎉🇪🇺 This milestone is in response to the ECI “Save Cruelty-Free Cosmetics,” supported by more than 1.2M people calling for a transition to animal-free science.

Magilla looked completely at peace as she lounged on a log in her habitat, soaking in the quiet moment. She’s also one of our most adventurous macaques. Her confidence and curious spirit make her a favorite among her care team. 🩷 📷Dianna Lydick/Black Beauty Ranch #HumaneWorld

Change starts with compassion and with people willing to stand up for animals every single day. Danielle Bays is one of those people. Behind every rescued cat and every policy change, there are changemakers making a difference. Together, we can build a more humane future for all animals.

Summer heat can turn life-threatening for dogs and cats faster than most people realise. The inside of a parked car can turn deadly for your pet in minutes, even on a mild day. But the risks don't stop there.

Animals are often overlooked in disaster preparedness - at a time when Europe faces increasingly complex crises, from climate-related disasters to public health emergencies. On 18 June, our Executive Director Ruud Tombrock will speak at a high-level EU policy webinar.

Reminder: Join us tomorrow for our European Parliament event — virtual spots are still open. Register to save your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987816979095?aff=oddtdtcreator #HumaneWorld

Protecting animals means protecting forests, oceans, biodiversity and the delicate balance of nature that all life depends on. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s choose compassion, sustainability and coexistence, for animals, people and the future of our shared planet. Share this post if you agree!

We continue our #TestedForNothing, shining a spotlight on zebrafish used in chemical tests. These cruel tests produce data that's meaningless for determining how a human would respond to a chemical in real-life—and they violate EU's "last resort" principle found in the chemicals law. #HumaneWorld

We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming European Parliament event organised by Humane World for Animals and kindly hosted by MEPs Cristina Guarda (The Greens/EFA) and Sebastian Everding (The Left): Funding for Non-Animal Science: Moonshot for NAMs on 10 June 2026, 8:30–10:00am CET in Brussels.

Killing animals is never the solution. It’s neither effective nor humane. That’s why we’ve spent decades developing safe and effective spay/neuter programs to protect street dogs and community cats around the world. #HumaneWorld #EndAnimalCruelty

🏆 Proud moment for animal-free science! We're delighted to share that Francesca Pistollato, Senior Program Director in Biomedical Science at Humane World for Animals, has been honored with a LAV Animal Award in the Researchers & Innovators category, selected by a public online vote.

Did you know? Since 2006, EU laws say animal tests should be a 'last resort.' Yet regulators still request them—on mice, rats, fish, even pregnant rabbits—when animal-free methods exist. Follow our #TestedForNothing series for more findings + how we're fixing this at the root.

Grief doesn’t belong to humans alone. Pets can mourn deeply after the loss of a caregiver or companion and their pain often shows through changes in behavior, health and routines 🐾

We’re pleased to announce that, together with other NGOs, we contributed to a new EU regulation that will strengthen the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)’s work on chemical safety and prioritize animal-free science in chemical testing.

When the former fur industry CEO tells you fur farming is "inherently cruel" and should be banned — it's time to listen. Will the European Commission listen? https://euobserver.com/217742/its-inherently-cruel-former-fur-industry-boss-now-backs-total-eu-ban

Our global push to ban cosmetic animal testing has saved countless animals & proven kinder science can replace outdated methods. We’re working to end animal testing as the safety standard beyond cosmetics—for all chemicals. Comment “I’m in” if you’ll follow the #TestedForNothing series.

🌍 Biodiversity is the delicate balance that keeps our planet alive and every species plays a vital role in protecting it. From elephants in South Africa to sharks in Australia, our work spans continents and ecosystems to help animals live free from cruelty, exploitation and suffering.

Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI), the exclusive owner of the “Milano Fashion Week®”, announced that it will no longer promote fur at any official Milan Fashion Week event, including on social media. Learn more here: https://www.humaneworld.org/en/news/milan-fashion-week-goes-fur-free

Milan Fashion Week has taken a meaningful step forward by encouraging brands to remove animal fur from the runway - another sign that “the writing is on the wall” for the fur industry in Europe.

We’re proud to share that the AFSAcollab, led by Humane World, has been awarded the 2026 @lushprize.bsky.social for “Major Scientific Collaboration”! 🏆🐰 We’re honoured by this recognition 🔗 https://www.afsacollaboration.org/afsa-awarded-major-scientific-collaboration-at-lush-prize-2026

‘Fur farming - an industry that has long brutalised animals and now threatens human health as well. Yet another reason the EC must put forward the legislative proposal to ban the production and sale of fur in the EU’. 👉🏻 https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/24/fur-farming-pandemic-risk

From rescue to a new life full of love. 🐶 Watch Peach’s story and see the difference compassion can make. 🎥 #HumaneWorld #EndAnimalCruelty

MYTH ❌ There is nothing individuals can do to stop animal testing cruelty. FACT ✅ You CAN make a difference for lab animals by: ➡️ sharing posts to raise awareness ➡️ writing policymakers ➡️ signing our #EndLethalDoseTesting petition: https://secure.humaneworld.org/page/176211/action

A small action can make a big difference for millions of animals around the world. 🐾 Watch the video to see how, together, we're creating a kinder world for animals. 💙 #HumaneWorld #EndAnimalCruelty

As part of the Dog Meat Free Indonesia coalition, Humane World for Animals delivered a joint petition with over 700,000 signatures to Indonesian embassies around the world calling for an end to the dog and cat meat trade - where 1 million dogs and countless cats are killed each year.

Pangolins curl themselves up into a tight ball when they feel threatened. This ball is impenetrable to natural predators, but it makes them an easy target for poachers, who can pick them up and carry them away, funneling the animals straight into the wildlife trade. #HumaneWorld

Trophy hunting doesn’t just remove one animal, it can destabilise entire populations. 🌍 This International Leopard Day, choose a different kind of journey, one that respects wildlife, not exploits it. 👉 Urge the European Union to halt the import of hunting trophies: 🔗 humaneworld.org/notinmyworld

MYTH ❌ The only way to determine a drug’s safety is through animal studies. FACT ✅ Animal-free methods—like organ-chips made with human cells & tissues—enable scientists to develop safe & effective medicines that benefit people & spare animal lives. #MythBustingSeries

European Commission: this is your opportunity to champion animal welfare and make fur history! The scientific consensus is clear: it is not possible to protect animal welfare on cruel fur farm systems. ❌ A system that cannot meet basic welfare standards cannot be fixed.

Over 90% of drugs that succeed in animal tests fail in human trials—highlighting the biological gaps between species that hinder real medical progress. So why is outdated animal research still used when non-animal methods like 3D tissue models, organ‑on‑chips, and AI exist?

A humane backyard is a natural habitat with plenty of food, water and cover. A place where wildlife can live free from pesticides, chemicals, free-roaming pets, inhumane practices and other threats. Scroll through the carousel 👉 to discover how to create a safe place for animals. #HumaneWorld

MYTH ❌ At the end of experiments, animals are typically adopted by local families. FACT ✅ In reality, animals used in labs are killed via CO2 asphyxiation or chemical injection, then bagged and thrown out or incinerated. Adoption is extremely rare. #MythBustingSeries

On #WorldDayForAnimalsInLabs, we’re calling attention to outdated lethal dose tests, which cause immense animal suffering. This cruelty doesn't have to happen because reliable animal-free methods exist! Sign our petition to #EndLethalDoseTesting: https://act.humaneworld.org/page/179913/petition/1

Mike was hired to help reshape the industry’s image – positioning it as more acceptable and more “ethical”. However, his perspective shifted when he saw its realities firsthand. Watch the full video to hear his story and understand why the time to end fur farming is now: youtu.be/tAEguRX4EQM

From the oceans to the forests, from the skies to our own communities, animals are an essential part of our planet’s balance. This Earth Day, we want to hear from you: what do you do to help protect animals? 👇 Tell us in the comments and inspire others to take action. #EarthDay #HumaneWorld

On World Fish Migration Day, we celebrate the incredible journeys of fish moving freely through rivers and oceans: a vital cycle of life, guided by instinct and survival. But not all fish are free.

Animals like mice, rats, rabbits, monkeys, and fish are commonly used in chemical safety testing to predict human responses—but major biological differences between species limit their accuracy.

Many thanks to EU Commissioner JessikaRoswall for meeting with Humane World for Animals and our fellow animal protection NGOs to discuss the EU Action Plan against Wildlife Trafficking. We deeply appreciate the opportunity to raise critical issues. We hope this important dialogue continues.

Although Iceland's Minister has pledged a bill to ban commercial whaling, hundreds of whales risk being cruelly killed this summer before a bill is even introduced for debate.

MYTH ❌ Most drugs deemed safe in animal studies also work well in human trials. FACT ✅ Over 90% of drugs that pass animal tests, fail in human trials. Imagine if cars worked only 5% of the time? Manufacturers would go bankrupt! Stay tuned for more in our #MythBustingSeries! #ScienceWithoutSuffering

‘Sirpa Pietikäinen, Finnish MEP for the European People’s Party, calls for a ban on fur farming’: www.brusselstimes.com/opinion/2075... @ec.europa.eu #HumaneWorld #FurFreeEurope

At Second Chance Chimpanzee Refuge, our sanctuary in Liberia, chimps who endured decades of invasive lab experiments now live peaceful, near-wild lives on estuarine islands. Read more: https://www.humaneworld.org/en/blog/liberia-chimp-sanctuary-animal-testing #HumaneWorld #EndAnimalCruelty

Olivér Várhelyi, European Commissioner for Animal Welfare, has responded to the 53 MEPs who wrote to him in February, asking him to respect the wishes of over 1.5 million European citizens who want a fur-free Europe. Make your voice heard: share this post and tag the European Commission! #FurFree

Every year, the same tragedy repeats itself. Thousands of seal pups are killed for fashion. This isn’t about necessity: it’s about profit. We can choose compassion instead. Share this post to raise awareness! #HumaneWorld #EndAnimalCruelty

We’re helping end cruel, outdated animal experiments by advancing innovative, modern, animal-free science worldwide. ⁠ ⁠ Sign to replace animal experiments with alternatives 👉🏻 https://act.humaneworld.org/page/179913/petition/1 #HumaneWorld