Animal Protection

Whale Shark and Ray off the Coast of Isla Mujeres in Mexico

Historic Breakthrough 70 Shark and Ray Species Receive Global Protection

CITES implements strict trade rules for over 70 species. What's behind it and why marine conservationists are celebrating.

Threatening Rare Animal Species New Zealand Plans to Eradicate Feral Cats by 2050—Public Supports the Move

Millions of feral cats threaten rare animal species. Therefore, the government plans to eradicate them nationwide by 2050.

Collage of Dog, Turtle, Cat, and Rabbit at the Animal Shelter

Employees Report These Animals Stay in Shelters Forever and Here's Why

PETBOOK reached out to animal shelters across Germany to find out which animals have been waiting the longest for adoption—and how they still strive to offer hope.

32-Year-Old Garment Taylor Swift's Otter Shirt Sparks Unbelievable Wave of Donations

Taylor Swift Sparks Hype With Vintage Otter T-Shirt Taylor Swift has created a buzz with her vintage otter T-shirt, raising over $2 million for sea otter conservation.

Taxpayer Money for Animal Cruelty EU Fur Industry Costs Us 446 Million Annually

The fur industry in the EU is economically unviable, costing 446 million euros annually and causing significant animal suffering—study.

A French bulldog, with barely any nose left, sits on the sofa.

When Love for Animals Turns into Animal Suffering Sweet and Overbred–Why Harmful Breeding Practices Are Gaining Public Attention

Documentaries, satire, and veterinarians demand an end to breeding for aesthetics at the expense of animal welfare.

A happy cow with its herd in the pasture

Not a Protected Term You Buy "Pasture Milk"? Here's How Little Time the Cows Actually Spend Outside

How much pasture is really in pasture milk? What the 120/6 rule means—and why cows still spend up to 66 percent of the year indoors

Whale sharks and other species swim in the water—and, according to a study, are most affected by potential deep-sea mining.

Study Shows Deep-Sea Mining Threatens Endangered Sharks – 30 Species in the Crosshairs of the Resource Boom

A deep-sea mining study examines the risks to marine life–and arrives at alarming conclusions. PETBOOK takes a closer look.

Vegan Fashion How to Identify Sustainable Clothing Without Animal Cruelty

No to leather, fur, wool, and silk! How can you identify vegan fashion without animal suffering? PETBOOK explains.

Seals and Ingredients Explained What Defines Vegan Cosmetics and How to Identify Them

How can buyers identify vegan cosmetics? Learn about this and the tricky cases involved at PETBOOK.

Obituary "Jane Goodall Taught the World to See Animals as More Than Just Test Subjects"

Jane Goodall was a pioneer in behavioral biology who broke barriers as a woman and fought for animals throughout her life.

Cat Simon at the Mölln Animal Shelter is one of the animals you can get to know through the new AI hotline "Call a Pet."

On October 4 AI Gives Shelter Animals a Voice–Hotline 'Call a Pet' Launches for World Animal Day

The new "Call a Pet" initiative by the German Animal Welfare Federation aims to stop shelter returns.

Sustainable and Cruelty-Free Why You Should Ban Silk From Your Wardrobe

More than 1.6 billion animals die each year for silk production. Find out why and learn about alternative materials to silk at PETBOOK.

"Bio" and "Natural" Can Be Misleading Cosmetics Without Animal Cruelty? Why Animal Testing Remains a Reality Despite the Ban

Many consumers intentionally seek out cruelty-free cosmetics—but how can they identify them? PETBOOK consults with experts.

Field mouse runs into a house toward a person's shoes

From Live Traps to Adhesive Strips Animal-Friendly Mousetraps–Do They Really Exist?

Mouse traps are available everywhere, but are they actually humane? PETBOOK introduces the different types of traps and their functions.

Sleeping Street Cat on a Moped in Chania, Crete

Review Why You Shouldn't Feed Stray Cats

In vacation destinations with many stray animals, tourists often feel sympathy. However, PETBOOK editor Saskia Schneider advises against feeding street cats.

Cat Nando with a bandaged leg and a neck collar

Projectile Lodged Deep in Bone Who Shot Cat Nando? Police Close Investigation Despite Evidence

On March 21, a cat named Nando is shot in Lüben. Although a bullet could provide clues about the perpetrator, the case is closed.

Portrait of Federal Animal Welfare Commissioner Ariane Kari

Decision Made Federal Animal Protection Commissioner Must Go! Will the Position Be Eliminated Entirely?

The end for Federal Animal Welfare Commissioner Ariane Kari has been decided. The Animal Welfare Office faces an uncertain future.

American Bully XL Dog Profiled Against Dark Background

Banned in Scotland and England Is the American Bully XL Really That Dangerous? An Expert Weighs In

The American Bully XL dog breed has been banned in England, Wales, and most recently Scotland—but is the breed truly dangerous?

Female Orangutan with Water Bottle in Cage

Pure Entertainment Objects Orangutans in the Boxing Ring? Study on Wildlife Tourism Offers Disturbing Insights

A new study on wildlife tourism reveals how shows featuring wild animals like orangutans can distort our perceptions of these creatures.

Migratory Birds Over the Island of Cyprus

Cruel Hunting Methods Illegal Bird Hunting in Cyprus: Hundreds of Thousands of Migratory Birds at Risk

Every year, an illegal bird hunt targeting hundreds of thousands of animals takes place in Cyprus—despite an EU ban. PETBOOK investigated.