Brussels, Belgium. The first EU-wide rules on the welfare of cats and dogs have been agreed upon by European legislation, marking a historic milestone in the fight against the illegal trade and breeding of these animals.
Madrid, España. The European Commission has opened a consultation that will define what future animal welfare legislation will look like. Your participation is key: in just 15 minutes you can influence rules that will remain in force for the next two decades.
Zaragoza, España. The confirmation of a fox dying from avian flu in the province of Zaragoza, combined with the population collapse of elephant seals in Antarctica, evidences that the avian flu crisis is no longer just a poultry problem, but a global mammal pandemic fueled by industrial livestock farming.
Medinaceli, España. Despite health restrictions, a massive security operation, and an ongoing legal battle, the cruel tradition of the Toro Jubilo in Medinaceli prevailed once again over the animal's welfare. Its ordeal was documented by our investigation team.
Madrid, España. The Socialists voted against the PP's proposal, but just a month ago their abstention sank the "It's Not My Culture" Popular Legislative Initiative which sought to repeal the legal protection of bullfighting.
Cistella, España. The confirmation of a pack with three pups in the Empordà marks an ecological milestone and forces authorities to activate protection and coexistence plans.
Valencia, España. AnimaNaturalis has filed a formal request with Valencia City Council and the Valencian Regional Government warning that the announced presence of boas and emus, among other animals, directly contravenes the new national Animal Welfare Law.
Madrid, España. AnimaNaturalis has submitted formal objections to the Royal Decree being drafted by the Ministry of Social Rights, urging that facilities housing hunting dogs and packs (rehalas) be subject to the same welfare and regulatory standards as other pet zoological centers.
Brussels, Belgium. A report on the total cost reveals that breeding animals for their fur in the EU imposes an annual expense of €446 million on European citizens.
Madrid, España. A leaked draft of the European Commission’s 2026 Work Programme reveals an intention to omit the long-promised legislative proposal to end the use of cages in farming. AnimaNaturalis is joining the End the Cage Age coalition to mobilize letters and mass actions ahead of the programme’s official adoption on October 21.
Elgoibar , España. The sokamuturra, popularly known as the “bull on a rope” or “cow on a rope,” returns every year to the squares and streets of numerous towns in the Basque Country. What many regard as tradition, others —and scientific evidence and animal welfare organizations that have documented its effects— recognize as a practice that causes physical and psychological stress, risk of injury, and, at times, acts of real cruelty repeated without effective sanction.
Madrid, España. The Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs, and the 2030 Agenda has officially announced the launch of the so-called 'Jane Goodall Law,' a groundbreaking global initiative aimed at recognizing basic rights for great apes—orangutans, chimpanzees, bonobos, and gorillas—protecting their dignity, right to life, freedom, and protection from torture.
Madrid, España. An analysis of data from the Ministry of Culture debunks the myth of bullfighting “popularity”: attendance has dropped 15% in a decade and only appears stable due to the artificial boost of the Youth Cultural Voucher, institutional promotion to new generations, and public subsidies.
Madrid, España. The motion to consider repealing Law 18/2013—which shields bullfighting as cultural heritage—was rejected with 169 votes against, 57 in favor, and 118 abstentions; the Socialist abstention proved decisive, sparking outrage from the initiative’s promoters who denounce betrayal and the PSOE’s loss of credibility.
Zaragoza, España. Three dozen activists gathered in front of the Basilica of El Pilar with large portraits of bulls and horses to denounce the violence of bullfighting and demand an end to public subsidies for bullfights.
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