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The recent proposal by Izquierda Unida and Podemos in the Parliament of La Rioja to prohibit minors from attending bullfighting events has once again focused attention on a crucial and persistent debate in Spain: the exposure of children to the violence of bullfighting.
Read more →We reveal the hidden cost of public funding for bullfighting broadcasts on Spain’s regional television channels, which has increased in recent years, especially in those Autonomous Communities governed by the Partido Popular and VOX.
Read more →The Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (Miteco) has opened a public consultation until June 12, 2025 on the proposed European Directive that downgrades the protection of wolves (Canis lupus). Beyond parliamentary debates and alarmist figures, science and experience demonstrate the absolute necessity to maintain and strengthen its legal status.
Read more →During the height of the San Isidro celebrations, AnimaNaturalis and CAS International activists held a historic demonstration at Las Ventas bullring, calling for the abolition of bullfighting and an end to public subsidies for bullfights. Supported by citizen backing and irrefutable evidence, they exposed how this declining tradition is propped up using funds from all citizens.
Read more →The sudden death of Santo, an eight-year-old horse, during the bicentenary of the Tres Tombs in Barcelona has sparked a wave of outrage and put a centuries-old tradition under scrutiny. While organizers insist the animal “was not tired,” animal protection groups are calling for an end to the use of horses in events that expose them to stress and danger. How long will culture continue to outweigh animal welfare?
Read more →The #NoEsMICUltura Popular Legislative Initiative (ILP) highlights the contradiction in a society that rejects bullfighting as part of its identity, yet falters when presented with the chance to restore decision-making powers to local administrations – enabling them to outlaw the practice.
Read more →After validating 664,777 signatures at the Central Electoral Board, the Popular Legislative Initiative (ILP) to repeal Law 18/2013—which protects bullfighting as cultural heritage—is set to make a grand entrance into Congress. Will politicians heed the citizens' mandate?
Read more →Just hours ago, Mexico City Congress approved a historic reform: bloodless bullfighting. While activists celebrate progress toward abolition, the bullfighting industry mourns a tradition facing extinction. Is this the end of bullfighting in CDMX?
Read more →Every year, over 50,000 dogs used for hunting are abandoned, mutilated, or killed in Spain after being deemed "useless" for hunting. While the European Parliament debates a historic law to protect dogs and cats, hunting lobbies are pushing to exclude these animals from any legal defense. How would you feel if your lifelong companion were discarded like a worthless object?
Read more →The latest BBVA Foundation survey reveals that 84% of Spaniards find the use of animals in circuses unacceptable, and 77% reject bullfighting.
Read more →The voice of Spanish society has echoed loudly: the Popular Legislative Initiative (ILP) “No Es Mi Cultura” has submitted 715,606 signatures—42% more than required—demanding the removal of bullfighting as cultural heritage.
Read more →In the heart of Spain, a quiet revolution is unfolding. More than half a million people have signed a petition to strip bullfighting of its status as cultural heritage, a designation it has held since 2013. The initiative, aptly named "No Es Mi Cultura" (“It’s not my culture”), has become a rallying cry for a nation increasingly uncomfortable with the spectacle of blood and suffering. But this is more than a campaign against bullfighting; it is a referendum on what kind of society Spain wants to be.
Read more →The recent floods caused by the DANA have left a deep mark on the Valencian Community and other regions of Spain. In a matter of hours, torrents of water swept away homes, businesses, and even animal shelters, leaving behind a landscape of destruction and despair. Thanks to the swift response of the community and animal protection organizations, the effects of this catastrophe on the lives of hundreds of animals were somewhat mitigated.
Read more →2024 has been a pivotal year for AnimaNaturalis. In our tireless mission to defend animals, we have achieved historic milestones that showcase the strength of civil society and the power of collective action. Now, we invite you to be part of this inspiring journey through the 2024 AnimaNaturalis Magazine.
Read more →The effects of the recent DANA that struck Valencia have left a trail of devastation and lost lives, not only human but also animal. In Torrent, a group of volunteers from AnimaNaturalis and local organizations discovered destroyed kennels and dogs with no chance of escape, exposing a painful reality: environmental tragedies profoundly impact the most vulnerable and abandoned animals.
Read more →The celebration of Medinaceli's Toro Jubilo, scheduled for November 16, has been suspended by the Administrative Litigation Court of Soria, ruling that tradition does not justify animal suffering. The measure, in response to an appeal by PACMA, underscores the legal protection of animals as sentient beings and highlights the progress of Spanish legislation on animal welfare.
Read more →To be ready to respond quickly to any natural disaster, such as floods, fires, and other tragedies, we have created the Animal Emergency Fund, dedicated to helping and rescuing animals. How can you help save them?
Read more →AnimaNaturalis and several animal protection organizations will take the Government of the Canary Islands to court to stop the mass euthanasia of community cats. The legal strategy could save thousands of lives and challenge a measure that they deem illegal and contrary to animal rights.
Read more →Although Sokamuturra remains a traditional event in various towns across the Basque Country, animal rights advocates denounce the suffering inflicted on the bulls during these spectacles. Is it time to rethink this custom?
Read more →Millions of animals across Europe suffer in silence as animal welfare laws continue to fall short. A new photo exhibition at the European Parliament, featuring AnimaNaturalis, reveals the urgent need to reform these regulations.
Read more →As of this Sunday, Spain has banned the sale of dogs, cats, and ferrets in stores, marking a significant advance in the fight for animal protection. This measure is part of the new Animal Rights and Welfare Protection Law, aimed at curbing commercial exploitation and encouraging adoption.
Read more →The recent debate in Dénia about bous a la mar rekindles the controversy between those defending bullfighting traditions and those fighting for animal rights. Despite the proposed modifications, the root of the conflict remains the exploitation and suffering of the bulls in these events.
Read more →A new and exhaustive survey in the European Union uncovers an uncomfortable truth: citizens clamor for protection for the billions of fish suffering in aquaculture farms, but alarming ignorance of cruel practices and lack of specific laws allow this torture to continue. It's time to open our eyes, listen to their silent agony, and act decisively.
Read more →Each year, the San Mateo festivities in Logroño bring an ethical conflict between the celebration of life and the unnecessary death of animals in bullrings. AnimaNaturalis and CAS International call for the abolition of bullfights and the promotion of cruelty-free festivities.
Read more →The small town of Falces in Navarra has once again been the stage for a controversial tradition that sparks outrage among animal rights advocates. AnimaNaturalis and CAS International have released their latest report, exposing the cruelty inflicted on the calves and the alarming involvement of young people and teenagers in these events.
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