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World Animal Day 2025: 100 years of advocacy, and how to celebrate

October 17, 2026October 4, 2024 by Animal Friendly Life

small white dog running happily through bushland representing the 100 year anniversary of World Animal Day 2025

World Animal Day 2025 is an extra special event — it marks the 100-year anniversary of this global movement for animals. Since its beginning in 1925, the day has united animal lovers across the world in advocating for kindness, compassion, and stronger protections for animals. Held every year on 4 October, this year’s theme — … Read more

Ethical elephant tourism: how to plan wildlife-friendly travel

October 18, 2026September 6, 2021 by Animal Friendly Life

Elephants in the wild, animal care Australia

Elephants have become the face of animal-friendly travel campaigns in recent years, with tourists urged to avoid visiting places that promote elephant rides, baths, and swimming option. Growing awareness of cruel elephant training methods has led more people to prioritise ethical animal travel experiences. No more chains, no more tricks; animal-friendly travel is on the … Read more