Program Term Archive

Companion Animals

Japan’s Whale Meat Stockpiles Turned into Pet Food

Press ReleaseMay 27, 2022Companion Animals, Marine Wildlife

This year, as Japan struggles to recover from the economic slump caused by COVID-19, its government is spending more than 5 billion yen ($39 million) to support a whaling industry...

Update: AWI Fundraises for Animals and Their Families Impacted by War in Ukraine

Press ReleaseMay 12, 2022Companion Animals

As people around the world continue to watch in horror at the devastated communities and swelling numbers of refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI)...

AWI Partners with FOUR PAWS to Provide Crucial Aid for Animals in Ukraine

Press ReleaseMay 12, 2022Companion Animals

As the devastating war in Ukraine continues to upend the lives of millions of people and untold numbers of animals, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) has partnered with FOUR PAWS International to...

Update: AWI Fundraises for Animals and Their Families Impacted by War in Ukraine

Press ReleaseMarch 29, 2022Companion Animals

As people around the world continue to watch in horror at the devastated communities and swelling numbers of refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI)...

AWI Scholarship Winners Lead Grassroots Efforts to Improve Animals’ Lives

Press ReleaseMarch 18, 2022Companion Animals, Equines, Terrestrial Wildlife

The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) announced today the 15 winners of a scholarship designed to support high school seniors who are pursuing a post-secondary education intended to better the lives...

AWI Fundraises for Animals Impacted by War in Ukraine

Press ReleaseMarch 9, 2022Companion Animals

As people around the world watch in horror at the devastated communities and swelling numbers of refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) is committed...

Progress for Animals Achieved in State Legislatures

Companion Animals, Terrestrial Wildlife

Two AWI-supported state bills recently became law and another is on the cusp. In March, Governor Eric Holcomb of Indiana signed HB 1248 into law, prohibiting public contact with lions,...

AWI Aids Animals Impacted by War in Ukraine

Companion Animals

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has triggered a monumental humanitarian crisis. It has had devastating impacts on animals, as well, which is why AWI is committed to supporting animal welfare...

To Best Protect Humans from Domestic Violence, We Must Protect Nonhuman Animals Too

Companion Animals

Domestic violence continues to impact households and communities around the globe. With an estimated 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men suffering physical abuse at the hands of...

Using AWI Children’s Books to Teach Animal Care and Compassion

Companion Animals

Stories can be a powerful way to share lessons with children about kindness and proper companion animal care. They provide children with an opportunity to consider new concepts and practice...