The real price Europeans pay for fur farming.

The end of fur farming in the EU is near!

After 35 years of transition away from communism to democracy and market economy.

As part of “Io non combatto – I don’t fight” project, together with Fondazione CAVE CANEM we organised a discussion at the Police School in Nettuno in Rome on the protection of victims of #dogfighting. 30 #police officers took part to boost coordination & tools against this brutal crime in #Italy.

In this @euractiv.com discussion, @tillymetz.bsky.social @joswabe.bsky.social and Nancy De Briyne from FVE explore whether the proposal of @ec.europa.eu and the response of @europarl.europa.eu can deliver progress on #animalwelfare during #transport or risk falling short of expectations.

We have submitted actionable recommendations to help pave the way toward #ScienceWithoutSuffering. Read our #REACH revision position paper: www.humaneworld.org/en/recommend...

Honoured to be a moderator at a conference on animal cruelty, organised by Emil Radev MEP and opened by PM Rosen Zhelyazkov, Minister of Justice Georgi Georgiev and Chief Prosecutor Borislav Sarafov. Unprecedented political support declared for amendments to animal cruelty legislation in 🇧🇬

A sad day for EU biodiversity.

🐥🇪🇺 At the end of March we organised a roundtable on the welfare of #chickens raised for meat in the #EU. Many valuable insights were shared by the industry, animal welfare groups and policymakers. Watch the full recording in the link ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Animals still suffer and die in the name of beauty. Why? [Promoted content]

The most stupid way to show superiority.

@joswabe.bsky.social on the proposal of the @ec.europa.eu to downgrade the protection status of #wolves: "While the Commission’s proposal may placate the agricultural lobby, it will not solve the far bigger problems faced by many farmers, particularly in the sheep sector." Read more in the link⬇️⬇️⬇️

Since 2023, we monitor how #fastfood chains in #Poland and #Romania are prioritising the welfare of chickens used for meat production. Discover the 2024 results in the #PeckingOrder report: www.humaneworld.org/en/news/fast... #humaneworld #EndAnimalCruelty #AnimalWelfare #ChickenWelfare

Although the support for entering the #Euro zone among Bulgarians is considerable, the protesters, led by the pro-Putin far right parties, albeit not being impressive in numbers, are very vocal and violent.

No surprises.

🚨 We are becoming Humane World for Animals!

Now this.

Left by her owner tied to a bench in downtown Sofia, Shady is hoping to find her new family.

👉 For all our friends and supporters based in #Brussels. Join us for an important discussion on the role animals play during humanitarian crises and disasters. Find more information in the link and register to get your free pass. #AnimalWelfare #ResilienceInCrisis #AnimalHumanBond #AnimalsInCrisis

🚨🔥 As fires continue to burn in Los Angeles, and hundreds of animals are in need of immediate #help, we are standing by, providing support through our Animal Rescue Team, as well as supplies and financial assistance as needed. #LosAngelesFire #animalprotection #emergencyresponse

Thanks to an HSI/Europe-supported programme, 1,176 street #cats were sterilized in Schleswig-Holstein, #Germany, between October and November 2024! 🐈❤️ #EUanimalwelfare

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Just how big is the front limb of the biggest creatures to have ever lived on this planet - the 100-tonne #sauropods. At the Royal Belgian institute of Natural Sciences.

Are you looking for organisations & people on Bluesky who are working to advance animal protection & related policy issues in the EU & beyond? Check out our new Starter Pack, which should help you on your way! 👇 go.bsky.app/JnAQRek

20 years #pescatarian already and almost #vegetarian!

🐇🚫🧪 With growing demand for ethical, effective alternatives to #AnimalTesting, a full master class in #AnimalFree safety assessment is launched to meet the need. Over 1200 scientists enrolled to explore cutting-edge methods and advance this essential shift in science. 🧬🔬 #CrueltyFree #AnimalWelfare

A kind reminder to keep your shopping cart #FurFree not only on #BlackFriday. #FurFreeEurope

Hopefully the start of the end of Russian digital influence on the #EU.

🐺 Recent changes to the Bern Convention have downgraded protections for #wolves, potentially putting these key predators in greater danger. This could reverse decades of progress in safeguarding biodiversity. Read more about the implications on @euractiv.com #WildlifeProtection #Conservation

From banning fur farming to prioritizing humane food systems, HSI/Europe’s manifesto lays out a bold vision for enhancing #animalwelfare across #EU and highlights steps for policymakers to create a more compassionate and sustainable future. 🌍🐾 📌 Read the full manifesto: hsi.org/eupriorities

☑️ Romania ❓Bulgaria 🔜 #EU #FurFreeEurope

Time for a #FurFreeEurope and a ban on fur farming in the #EU

Humane Society International/Europe is now also on @bsky.app. Follow us at @hsieurope.bsky.social

Let’s make fur farming history. Don’t buy fur products! #FurFreeFriday

Met this fella near the fora of #Rome this week.

Here’s a cute #cat for a start.