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The issues

There may be no animal on earth whose life has not been affected by human activity but we believe that a kinder world is possible, where animals are free of the issues facing them.

The issues

White chicken in long grass

Animal rights is at the heart of Animal Aid. This philosophy and way of living seeks a complete end to the use and exploitation of animals based on their right to freedom.

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Most of us want animals to be treated well and care for those we meet. But profit-driven industries, like big animal agriculture, intentionally mislead us into doing the opposite.

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Every 8 seconds, an animal dies inside British laboratories. We believe that better science is possible and that animal-free research will save countless lives, both animal and human.

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From horses and greyhounds to those imprisoned in zoos and festive displays, there's nothing entertaining about exploiting animals - yet the entertainment industry works hard to convince us otherwise.

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The persecution of wild animals shows how intolerant we have become of the animals who live alongside us. We believe a kinder world is not only possible, but necessary.