European Union Establishes First-Ever Animal Welfare Standards Across the Bloc

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The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved comprehensive animal protection rules designed to eliminate harmful breeding and ownership practices. With strong support from 558 lawmakers, the new legislation will set standards for how animals are kept, bred, and sold across EU member states, marking a significant step forward for animal welfare in the region.
The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved comprehensive animal protection rules designed to eliminate harmful breeding and ownership practices. With strong support from 558 lawmakers, the new legislation will set standards for how animals are kept, bred, and sold across EU member states, marking a significant step forward for animal welfare in the region.