Animal Welfare – EC Library Guide: Introduction
Introduction
Animal welfare
On the 7 December 2023, the Commission proposed an overhaul of EU rules for the protection of animals in transport and new rules on the welfare and traceability of dogs and cats. It also replied to the European Citizens' Initiative 'Fur Free Europe'.
In 2023, 84% of Europeans believe that the welfare of farmed animals should be better protected in their country than it is now. A similar number (83%) support limiting the transport time of animals. Almost three quarters of respondents (74%) support better protection of the welfare of pet animals in their country and 90% of Europeans consider that farming and breeding practices should meet basic ethical requirements.
Source: European Commission
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