Animal Aid is one of the UK’s most established and respected animal rights organisations. It was founded in 1977 with a clear mission: to achieve rights, respect and compassion for all animals.
One dog died every three days in 2024. That's why we're campaigning for a nationwide ban on this cruel form of 'entertainment'.
We campaign against all forms of animal abuse. Since 1977, our campaigns have led the way in exposing cruelty, influencing policy, and shifting hearts and minds. Our work is evidence-led and fearless because we are dedicated to creating a kinder world.
Veganism means putting your compassion for animals into practice by boycotting industries that profit from their suffering. A kinder world is possible and it begins with making small but powerful choices every day.
We are the only UK-based organisation that offers free school talks and workshops on animal rights issues across the country. Delivering hundreds of resources and vegan cookery demonstrations each year, we've reached tens of thousands of young people with our message of rights, respect, and compassion.
More testimonialsI just wanted to mention the students absolutely loved yesterday's session. It was very educational for our students, so thank you very much. I can't wait to book you again for the following year!
On 20 August 2025, the government issued new Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) guidelines for game farms and shoots, citing a “recent increase in avian influenza cases in game birds and increasing risk of avian influenza”. However, with thousands of young pheasants and partridges already moved to release pens this advice is not only belated but also ineffectual.
Our campaign to end greyhound racing officially launched on the 11th August – here’s a look at what we’ve been up to so far!
Our new campaign to end greyhound racing across the UK has officially launched today. We are inspired by the recent compassionate decision by Wales to ban greyhound racing and the decades of work by rescue organisations and grassroots groups to campaign for these amazing dogs. It’s time for the rest of the UK to follow suit and end the barbaric ‘sport’ which has killed and destroyed more than 4,000 dogs since 2017.
Your donation helps drive impactful change for animals through advocacy, education, and undercover investigations.
Animal freedom begins with small but powerful actions. From petitions to pledges, help make a difference with these quick actions for animals.
A better world is possible, and it begins with community. Join the UK’s oldest animal rights group with an Animal Aid membership.
