World Animal Protection UK

07/09/2024

By taking meaningful actions we can create a safer, kinder world for all creatures 🧡

06/09/2024

Nature’s art is irreplaceable. We have a responsibility to protect the biodiversity of our planet 🧡🌎

05/09/2024

Two abandoned ball pythons were discovered in a Devon woodland this week, raising serious concerns about the rising number of exotic animals being left behind by overwhelmed owners 💔

Rising pet care costs are leading some to make desperate decisions, but there ARE shelters ready to help. Exotic animals don't belong in our homes, this is yet another sad reminder.

A ball python, also known as a royal python, was spotted in Huntsham Wood in Tiverton, Devon on August 30. Two days later, a similar snake was found in the same area.

05/09/2024

Factory farming harms more than just animals - it has a huge impact on human health too. It’s time for a shift to sustainable, compassionate practices that are safer and healthier for animals, people and the planet. 🐄🌱

Photojournalist Selene Magnolia Gatti has been documenting the effects on human health and wellbeing of living alongside intensive agriculture

04/09/2024

Despite regional bans, the cruel ‘dancing monkey’ practice still thrives in Indonesia. Long-tailed macaques are captured, abused, and forced to perform in chains. We’re teaming up with Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN) to close down the final monkey training centre and rescue the 30 monkeys trapped there. Will you help?

By supporting our work, you’ll be helping to end one of the cruellest wildlife practices in Indonesia

03/09/2024

There is no excuse for animal cruelty. Monkeys deserve to live wild and free, not forced into dolls clothes to perform for tourists 💔

Say no to cruel wildlife tourism - all wild animals suffer when they’re forced to entertain tourists, and many are appallingly abused.

02/09/2024

A veteran animal handler was mauled by a tiger at a popular theme park in Queensland, Australia.

Our Head of Campaigns in Australia, Suzanne Milthorpe, told the Daily Mail that tigers are wild animals and should not be trained to perform, be used as photographic props or be handled by visitors.

We call on the tourism industry to stop promoting close encounters with wild animals.

Our thoughts are with the trainer and her family, and we wish her a speedy recovery 🙏

Melissa Reynolds, 47, was rushed to hospital following the harrowing ordeal at Dreamworld on the Gold Coast an hour before doors opened to visitors on Monday morning.

31/08/2024

Meet Kenya! When she first arrived at AMP Libearty - Bear Sanctuary in 2020, she was 4 months old and in a critical condition, having been found stranded on some rocks after falling in a river. She was dehydrated, very weak and couldn’t walk; on top of that, vets found a hematoma on her shoulder and a fly larvae infection.

Thankfully she was given a fighting chance and is now thriving at Libearty, climbing trees and enjoying life in the forest with the other resident bears 🧡🐻🌳

29/08/2024

Be kind to every kind. 🧡🐻

28/08/2024

It’s 2024, yet TUI are still selling dolphin shows. Why? 🤔

We are urging them to do the right thing and stop profiting from animal cruelty.

Our open letter signed by our CEO and 11 celebrities including Evanna Lynch, Alesha Dixon, Richa Moorjani, Deborah Meaden, Joanna Lumley, Gail Porter and Bella Ramsey, calls for the travel company to listen to the science and stop selling tickets to captive dolphin venues.

Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon joins in call for holiday company to ditch dolphin experiences

27/08/2024

🚨 Help Us End Monkey Exploitation 🐒

In parts of Indonesia, monkeys are being cruelly forced to perform on the streets - dancing, riding bikes, and more. Torn from their mothers at a young age and kept in tiny cages, their suffering is heartbreaking.

But this suffering can end. We're working with our local partner Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN) to close down the final monkey training centre and rescue the 30 monkeys trapped there.

Join us in stopping this cruelty and giving these monkeys the freedom they deserve 👉 https://bit.ly/3AAaiSo

25/08/2024

Wild animals deserve a wild life. Not hunted for trophies 🧡

24/08/2024

It's August, and hedgehogs are still busy with their little ones! 🦔 If you have a garden, remember to leave out fresh water for these adorable nighttime visitors. Every drop helps, especially in warmer weather! 💧

For more ways to help hedgehogs, head to our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3AK6iyG

23/08/2024

A massive thank you to Gail Porter for supporting our campaign and using her voice to speak up for dolphins and raise awareness about the importance of keeping these intelligent creatures in the wild, where they belong. Together, we can make a difference! 🌊🐬

22/08/2024

Dolphins deserve to be free in the ocean, not confined in small, barren tanks for "entertainment". 🐬💔

TUI it’s time for change – stop profiting from captive dolphins. Be part of the movement and choose compassion over profit!

📢 JOIN US: spread the message everywhere today and be a voice for dolphins - share this video, use the # and tag TUI.

21/08/2024

Excellent news from Scotland - 19 wildcats were released last summer by the Saving Wildcats partnership. At least two wildcats have given birth since then! They may be the first wildcats to be born outside of captivity in Scotland in more than 5 years.

The kittens were caught on camera after at least two female wildcats are thought to have given birth since their release.

19/08/2024

Protecting animals means protecting their homes. 🧡

18/08/2024

Eyes on the prize! Can you identify this colourful critter? 👀
(Answer in the comments!)

17/08/2024

🌍🐾 Every creature deserves a chance to roam free in its natural habitat, without fear of exploitation or destruction. 🦁🌿

16/08/2024

🐷💔 Ever wondered what life is like for a mama pig in a factory farm? It's a heartbreaking reality. It's time to rethink how we treat these intelligent, sensitive animals.

14/08/2024

Nature's beauty is a gift we must preserve for future generations 🧡🌎

13/08/2024

🎨🦍 A new piece has been revealed today, powerfully reminding us that wild animals deserve to live freely in their natural habitats.

It comes after the street artist’s last piece which featured a car with a rhino mounting it was defaced.

12/08/2024

It's ! 🐘 The best place to see these wonderful animals is in the wild. But if you are planning to visit an elephant venue, make sure it allows elephants to be elephants, while informing visitors of their complex needs. Here are our top tips:

Avoid venues where:
❌ you can ride, wash, bathe with or hug an elephant
❌ people routinely use sharp hooks to control elephants
❌ baby elephants are on show, especially without their mothers, unless it’s a genuine elephant orphanage with a rewilding programme

Instead, look for venues that put elephants’ needs first by:
✔️ giving them space to move and behave naturally
✔️ allowing people to look at them, but not touch

Learn more about our work with elephants 👇https://www.worldanimalprotection.org.uk/our-work/wildlife/elephants/

12/08/2024

Big news for animal welfare! The European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare has ended a decades-old rabbit test for injectable medicines. This shift marks a huge step forward, saving thousands of rabbits annually and embracing humane alternatives.

11/08/2024

Did you know the bears at Balkasar bear sanctuary in Pakistan love nectarines?

This year, unpredictable weather reduced the nectarine harvest. So, to ensure the bears still enjoyed their favourite snack, sanctuary staff carefully counted and rationed the fruit over 28 days.

The bears savoured their precious nectarines, completely unaware of the meticulous planning behind their daily treat!

09/08/2024

Whether it’s the food on our plates, the clothes we wear, or the entertainment we enjoy, every choice we make impacts animals.

Let’s choose compassion over cruelty by saying no to fur fashion and factory farming, and avoiding animal entertainment.

Together, we can create a world where all beings are treated with the kindness they deserve. 🐷 🧡

08/08/2024

Dolphins are known for their natural ‘smiling’ faces but sadly this means that often people do not realise they suffer in captivity.
Here we look at 5 signs of an unhappy captive dolphin 👇
https://bit.ly/3ApEgZ8

06/08/2024

Our planet is home to countless incredible species, each playing a vital role in the delicate balance of nature. Many of these animals are under threat from human activities like habitat destruction, poaching, and climate change.

It’s our responsibility to protect them, and their habitats. By making conscious choices and supporting conservation efforts, we can ensure a future where wildlife thrives 🧡🌎

05/08/2024

🚫🐬 Boycott TUI Group until they stop supporting dolphin cruelty! 🐬🚫

TUI Group profits from dolphin entertainment that exploits and harms these beautiful creatures. We believe in compassionate travel, and it's time for TUI to align their practices with humane values.

Join us in sending a powerful message: Boycott TUI until they stop profiting from dolphin cruelty. ✋ Let's show that we stand against the exploitation of dolphins for entertainment. Visit https://bit.ly/3WRuaco to take action.

03/08/2024

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Dolphins and whales don't belong in tanks.

Be a responsible tourist and say no to cruel wildlife tourism.