Calling for EU action to build a better Europe for dogs and cats

28 Countries in the EU

Breeding and Trade

When puppies and kittens are bred for commercial purposes, welfare standards can vary widely between breeders

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61 million dogs, 66 million cats

Movements Across Borders

Moving dogs and cats between countries can pose a risk to both animal and human health if measures aren't taken to prevent diseases from being transferred

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EU households: 25% own a cat, 24% own a dog

Veterinary Medicines

Safe, effective veterinary medicines across all EU Member States is vital to protecting both animal health and public health

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The European Pet Food Industry Facts and Figures 2016: http://www.fediaf.org/who-we-are/facts-and-figures.html

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Alliance Awards

The EU Dog & Cat Alliance, which encompasses almost 80 organisations from 24 Member States, recently recognised those organisations which make the largest contribution to making the mission of the Alliance - safeguarding the welfare of dogs and cats across the European Union - a reality. 

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Online Pet Sales in the EU: What’s the Cost?

This report from the Alliance’s EU Pet Advertising Advisory Group, reveals that the online sale of pets is completely unregulated in over three-quarters of EU Member States and proposes solutions, including self-regulation by websites. 

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EU Dog & Cat Alliance celebrates fifth anniversary

Posted: 19/11/2019

In July, the EU Dog & Cat Alliance hosted its ninth meeting at ...

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EU Dog & Cat Alliance 2019 Awards presented to most active members

Posted: 5/11/2019

The EU Dog & Cat Alliance, which encompasses nearly 90 organisations from 26 ...

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