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Brutal pig slaughter in Egypt
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has explicitly stated that culling is an inappropriate reaction to the outbreak of swine flu, as there is no known link between the flu and pigs.

WSPA announces new Director General
Today, WSPA has a presence in over 150 countries around the world and the commitment displayed by every member of this alliance has allowed for some truly impressive achievements – the sound of so many voices speaking on individual issues has been a powerful tool for advancing global animal welfare.

WSPA Director General honoured by Eurogroup
The citation from Eurogroup states that the award was given to Major General Peter Davies CB to “honour his contribution to animal welfare, recognizing that he has always been a keen supporter of our work.

New, comprehensive text on long distance transport launched
The largest and most comprehensive academic reference text on the long distance transport of animals for slaughter was presented to almost 100 of the world’s Chief Veterinary Officers in a reception on 26 May 2008.

Global reach: WSPA celebrates 1,000 member societies
WSPA, the world’s largest alliance of animal welfare organizations, has grown to a total of 1,012 members. The 19 newest member societies will help strengthen the global animal welfare movement, changing many animals’ lives for the better.

Dr Gus Thornton, a former WSPA president, has died following a long illness
He cared so very deeply about animals and people, was a kind and generous person, and he spent his life helping others….he will be greatly missed.

Palau joins UDAW movement
The government of Pacific Island state Palau has officially announced its support for the Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare, bringing the historic initiative for animals one step closer to reality.

WSPA Opposes Sale of Products from Animal Clones
WSPA, the world’s largest federation of animal welfare organisations, has written to EU Trade Minister Peter Mandelson, urging him to speak out against the FDA’s draft assessment, and to consider a ban on US meat imports if the sale goes ahead.

World Animal Week reaches the UN
Together we highlighted the vital link between animal welfare and sustainable development, using this film to illustrate the urgency of the issue.

WSPA board and advisory Council announced
WSPA welcomed three new board members at the 2008 annual general meeting, held on 3 June. The new board members join some experienced colleagues.

European Union support boosts UDAW campaign
The development of a worldwide agreement on the importance of animal care and treatment – which a WSPA-led campaign seeks to see enshrined in a Universal Declaration – would show nations that animal welfare is connected to global development issues such as food security, human health and disaster management.

New guidelines offer lifeline to stray dogs
New stray dog control guidelines adopted by the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) ask all 174 member states to use only humane methods as a matter of urgency – good news for the estimated 400 million stray dogs worldwide.

'Tis the season to stop whaling
WSPA and other members of the Whalewatch Network are calling for commitment to change from the three whaling nations. WSPA’s marine mammals program manager, Claire Bass said: “We speak on behalf of millions of people around the world when we call on the governments of Japan, Norway and Iceland to put their whaling plans on ice – permanently.