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Europe's 'Tiger Kings': New report highlights scale of captive tigers
There are at least 1,600 captive tigers in Europe, compared to just 3,900 wild globally, according to the global animal welfare organisation, FOUR PAWS. Activists say the trade of animals is “poorly regulated and monitored” in the EU and many animals are suffering abuse in terrible conditions.
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Euroviews. We need to drastically improve animal welfare standards globally to avoid another pandemic ǀ View
A permanent ban is needed, not only on animal markets such as those in Wuhan, but on the live trade, export and inhumane slaughter of all animals. This would not only protect animal welfare, but could also save millions of human lives.
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Euroviews. Vets are on the COVID-19 frontlines. They need greater support to maintain supply chains ǀ View
Despite unprecedented circumstances and protective measures, there are some aspects of life that simply cannot be postponed, isolated at home or “socially distanced” - and one of these is the health of our animals.
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Euroviews. A new EU-wide approach is needed to help wildlife rescue services at breaking point ǀ View
The wildlife rescue community in Europe is a vital resource that governments depend on when combatting wildlife crime and animal abuse. It is time for a renewed commitment from both member states and the EU to ensure they are recognised as such and given the support they need.