Today marks the launch of Animal Equality’s campaign against foie gras sales in the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Foie gras, a French “luxury” dish, is produced by force-feeding ducks and geese until their livers swell up to ten times their normal size. These swollen, diseased livers are ground into a pâté and served at […]
What does a political campaign, John Belushi & ‘Animal House’ have in common? Party animals
I’ve been called a conservative. I’ve been called a liberal. When I was 19, after being elected to the Western Placer Unified School District board, I was told I had no business being a trustee because I had no kids in school. I was told by a Mormon that I was “more Mormon” based on […]
Campaign group praises easyJet holidays’ new animal welfare policy
EasyJet holidays has become the latest operator to commit to only offering experiences that don’t threaten the welfare or conservation of animals. The operator has incorporated ABTA’s animal welfare guidelines, into its own policy as well as consulted with animal rights organisations including World Animal Protection. EasyJet holidays says it will also work closely with […]
Animal Equality and Open Wing Alliance launch campaign against hospitality leaders
Today, Animal Equality joined the Open Wing Alliance (OWA) in a global campaign against prominent hospitality brands falling behind on their global commitment to eliminate cages for hens. Hilton Worldwide, Louvre Hotel Group, and Meliá Hotels International were applauded years ago for pledging to remove cages for hens from their global supply chains. They have […]
Katjes USA Spotlights Animal Kindness with New Campaign and Supports Animal Sanctuary The Gentle Barn
Known for their plant-based gummies, Katjes USA launches a digital campaign exclusively featuring animals from an animal sanctuary. The new campaign highlights Katjes’ commitment to kindness for all animals, reflected in their use of plant-based ingredients instead of animal gelatin. From playful pigs enjoying mud baths to affectionate cows receiving cuddles, to clucky chickens giving […]
Animal Equality, celebrities unveil ‘Brazil Without Cages’ campaign
Animal Equality, in collaboration with various animal protection groups, unveiled the ‘Brazil Without Cages’ campaign at the Legislative Assembly of São Paulo this November. The campaign supports a federal bill which would ban the confinement of animals used for food, feathers, and fur production. The campaign launch was attended by a state deputy and a […]
Maxi Zoo’s Christmas campaign to help Wicklow animal charity
Pictured at the launch of the Shelter Wishes campaign, were rescued Lurchers Elsa and Robyn, with Kieran Mangan and Chloe Keane from Maxi Zoo Ireland. Photo: Jon Allen. The Wicklow Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is to benefit from a Christmas campaign led by the pet shop chain Maxi Zoo Ireland. Maxi […]
Blue Buffalo Provides Gift to Helen Woodward Animal Center Home 4 the Holidays Campaign
Press release: Blue Buffalo October officially marks the kick-off of the 25th Annual Home for the Holidays campaign, sponsored by Blue Buffalo. For the sixth year in a row, the pet food company philanthropic title sponsor is providing a very special holiday gift to animal rescue organizations and shelters on both coasts of the country […]
Gloucestershire animal charity launches crowdfunding campaign to save it from closure
Gloucester-based Teckels Animal Sanctuary is launching a crowdfunding campaign to save the centre from potential closure. The independent animal welfare charity was set up in 2003 and cares for hundreds of homeless cats and dogs in the county, but faces imminent closure in July 2023 unless it can reach its emergency fundraising target of at […]
A Campaign to Criminalize Animal Cruelty in Chiapas, Mexico
The issue of animal cruelty in Chiapas, Mexico, has long been a concern for Animal Equality. In recent years, the situation has become more urgent due to the rise in cases of animal abuse, particularly against horses as documented by undercover investigators. Urgent Need for Legal Protection: Addressing Animal Cruelty in Chiapas, Mexico As an […]