FECAVA Statement Against ‘Dwelf’ or ‘bully’ cats
We, at FECAVA, are totally opposed to the deliberate breeding of animals that will suffer due to extremes of body shape. The recent rise in ‘Dwelf’ or ‘bully’ cats is […]
Breeding Ban Imposed on Dutch Persian Show Cat Breeder
A Persian show cat breeder in the Netherlands has been ordered to cease breeding of short-nosed Peke-faced Persians immediately. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) responded to […]
Almost 40 dogs seized from ‘inhumane’ conditions in two Dublin apartments
After searches at two apartments in Dublin, around 40 dogs and puppies were rescued from “inhumane living conditions.” Cats, parrots, tarantulas, a snake, a scorpion, and a millipede were among […]
Welfare friendly examination procedure of dogs and cats without the owner
Many veterinarians are required to conduct clinical examinations on their patients without the presence of the owners due to numerous Covid restrictions. Understandably, this can be stressful for both the […]
WSAVA Webinar: The Illegal Online Puppy Trade in Europe – Problems and Solutions
Watch the recording of the live webinar that was held on May 25th. Dr Natasha Lee, Dr Katherine Polak, Dr Ann Criel (FECAVA) and Joanna Randall talk about the problems […]
Flemish part of Belgium bans breeding and trading of cats with folded ears
Starting October 1, 2021, the breeding and trading of cat breeds with folded ears, such as Scottish fold and Highland fold cats has been prohibited in Flemish part of Belgium. […]
Norway to decide if breeding of English Bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels violates Norwegian law
The Norwegian Society for the Protection of Animals (NSPCA) works to stop the unethical breeding of pedigree dogs. The wording of the Norwegian Animal Welfare Act is very strict. It […]
38 French Bulldog puppies died on flight from Ukraine to Canada
On June 13, 500 French Bulldog puppies were confiscated from the plane at the Toronto airport upon its arrival from Ukraine. Animals were suffering from dehidration, weakness, vomiting, and 38 […]
A dog is for life, not just for lockdown
The slogan came from the Dog Trust, the largest dog welfare charity in the UK responding to an increase of Google searches for »buy a puppy« by 120% after the […]
Pets trafficked from Eastern Europe seized in Italy
On June 5, 2020, the Italian officials near Udine seized 39 puppies, a Bengal cat, and hundred hamsters valued at around 60 thousand euros. They were transported from Eastern Europe […]