Keywords: Animal welfare


Moroccan YouTuber arrested following animal welfare complaint

A well-known Moroccan YouTuber, known online as “bn nsns,” has been arrested following a complaint filed by the Moroccan Society for the Protection of Animals (SPA Morocco) over alleged acts of animal mistreatment. According to a statement released by the organization on June 5, 2026, the......

Korean Air bans rooster shipments amid crackdown on illegal cockfighting trade

The airline industry in South Korea has come under scrutiny after Korean Air announced a ban on transporting roosters from the United States to the Philippines, a route long associated with the controversial cockfighting industry. Animal welfare organizations have welcomed the decision, describing it......

Krakow launches contraceptive pilot program to control pigeon population

The southern Polish city of Krakow has introduced a pilot program to manage its pigeon population by using contraceptive-treated corn, officials announced on Wednesday. Special "smart feeders" have been installed in busy public areas, including the Main Market Square, dispensing corn laced......

India scales back plan to remove stray dogs from Delhi streets

India’s Supreme Court has scaled back an earlier order to remove all stray dogs from the streets of Delhi, a decision welcomed by animal welfare advocates. The original plan required all strays in the capital region to be confined to shelters after sterilization and vaccination, with the aim of......

Morocco debates stray animal law: Feeding bans spark controversy

The Moroccan government is navigating heated public discussion over Draft Law No. 19.25, which aims to regulate the management of free-ranging animals. While the law introduces humane practices such as Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR), it controversially bans the feeding, sheltering, or treating of......

Morocco advances law to protect stray animals and address public safety concerns

Morocco has intensified its efforts to address the issue of stray animals, particularly dogs, with the government approving a draft law aimed at protecting the animals while safeguarding public health and safety. The announcement follows increasing concerns over the risks posed by strays in public spaces. During......

Spain expands access for assistance dogs across public spaces

The Spanish government has enacted a significant decree allowing individuals who require assistance dogs to access all public spaces in Spain, ranging from swimming pools to supermarkets. This new regulation, approved by the cabinet under the Ministry of Social Rights, ensures that disabled individuals......

Morocco invests over $100 million to address stray dog issue

Minister Abdelouafi Laftit has unveiled an ambitious national program with a budget exceeding MAD 1 billion ($100 million) aimed at tackling the growing population of stray dogs in Morocco. Contrary to recent reports suggesting a plan for mass extermination, the Ministry of Interior has clarified its......

Agadir's Ambitious Stray Animal Shelter: Morocco's Humane Approach to Urban Wildlife Management

Morocco is taking a significant step forward in addressing its stray animal crisis with the construction of a major shelter in Agadir. This state-of-the-art facility, designed to accommodate approximately 1,000 dogs and 200 cats, represents a shift towards more humane and sustainable urban animal management......