IAPWA Blog

International Macaque Day is commemorated each 16th of March to bring awareness to these incredible beings whose populations are at risk due to human actions. But what exactly are macaques? Is there one species of them, or several? Why are their populations decreasing, and what can be done to help save them?

With spring just around the corner and warmer walking days ahead, the 22nd of February was appropriately scheduled as an annual awareness day to remind pet parents of the importance of keeping their dog(s) active for their physical and mental health—not to mention the quality bonding time between paw-rent and furry companion it provides.

International Animal Rights Day was established on the 10th of December 1998, during the 50th anniversary signing of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The initiative was created to defend that non-human beings have the right to a life free from exploitation and suffering.

By 2050, the world’s population is expected to reach 10 billion, requiring an increase in global food production by 70%, with greenhouse gases projected to increase by 80%. It is important to acknowledge the environmental harm the production of animal products causes. This blog, written by Vivian Sandler, explores that topic in more detail.

It’s so important to think ahead to ensure your dog is as safe as possible on a walk. With more people than ever owning dogs in the UK, dog parks can sometimes become overcrowded. Plus, we are seeing hotter summers and more extreme winters, so there are many factors to consider to ensure Fido’s tail keeps wagging.

At IAPWA, we are passionate about animal welfare and want to ensure all dogs and cats in the UK are kept safe. We have listed some top tips to keep your pet cool during the heatwave. Understanding what to do to keep your pets cool, reduces any serious risks to your companions and allows you to be more at ease.

Animal exploitation is so ingrained in society that most people contribute to it unknowingly. Globally, humans consume about 350 million tons of meat a year—three times the amount that was consumed fifty years ago, with this number only rising as countries develop economically and populations rise (The World Counts, 2021; Ritchie & Roser, 2019).

Talks about animal sentience–whether nonhuman animals can feel pain or pleasure–is not a new topic. Currently, we are living in a time when it is not difficult to find documentaries on animal sentience and intelligence, along with alternative products at the supermarket that do not involve animal suffering.

At IAPWA, our work is funded entirely by the generosity of animal lovers worldwide and we are always grateful for any offers of support to help us to improve the lives of animals in need. Could you help us raise funds for animals right now?
Fundraising is a wonderful opportunity to bring your community together; including family, friends, and neighbours, all participating towards a rewarding cause.

Successful partnerships with businesses are a vital part of funding the work of IAPWA and helping us change the lives of so many animals in need around the world. Today, we’d like to introduce you to our new corporate partner, our friends at Vetafarm Australia.