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 an enforcement request from animal welfare organization Dier&Recht (Animal & Law). They found that the breeder violated the law by breeding nine short-nosed cats. Shortest
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Introducing the FECAVA Checklist for Pet Owners: Before Traveling on Vacation with Your Pet Are you planning a vacation with your furry friend? Make sure you’re well-prepared and have all your bases covered. Check out our comprehensive checklist to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip for you and your pet! Before you embark on your
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On the 27th June 2023 the European Parliament’s Intergroup on Animal Welfare and Conservation organized an event on the topic of “Mandatory EU-wide Identification and Registration of Companion Animals,” emphasizing the importance of implementing this measure for both animal welfare and public health reasons. During the event, EuroPetNet representatives Remi Gelle and Finbar Heslin presented
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In 2018 FECAVA Working Group on Hygiene and the Use of Antimicrobials in Veterinary Practice produced a poster in collaboration with the Bella Moss Foundation: FECAVA Advice to Companion Animal Owners on Responsible Use of Antimicrobials and Infection Control. In 2022 FECAVA redesigned it and made it available on multiple digital platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
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