Cruel and illegal practices in the GOAT MEAT industry exposed
OUR VISION AND MISSION
Animal Equality’s vision is a world in which all animals are respected and protected.
Animal Equality is an international organization working with society, governments, and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals.
OUR VALUES
As an animal protection organization, we are guided by compassion, determination, and effectiveness. Using these values to launch innovative projects and strategic campaigns, we work to expose and abolish the cruel practices of the animal agriculture industry.
OUR WORK
Our teams in the United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, Mexico, Brazil, and India consist of highly qualified professionals with years of experience in undercover investigations, corporate campaigns, political outreach, and the development of large-scale education programs.
OUR COMMITMENT
With over ten years of experience in international campaigns, we are committed to saving as many animals as possible and to reducing the enormous suffering animals endure on factory farms. Our commitment to continually assessing the impact of our campaigns and programs makes us increasingly efficient at saving lives.
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START NOW YOUR PLANT‑BASED JOURNEY!
Are you considering reducing the amount of meat you eat or replacing dairy products and trying plant-based alternatives?
Whether it is because of wanting to eat healthier or don’t want to be part of the suffering of animals in factory farms, every day thousands of people like you start their plant-based journey. Animal Equality’s Love Veg project meets you where you are and helps you, step-by-step, to succeed. Every step you take replacing animal products with healthier, cruelty-free delicious ones is already a success to celebrate.
By joining us –it’s free, always– you get a starter guide, a weekly plan, insider tips, shopping guides, and easy and delicious recipes. You will also learn about new plant-based products to fall in love with and hear the positive and motivating stories of the animals you are helping and the testimonies of other people who, by eating plant-based, have transformed their lives for the better.
Our work
Animal Equality works strategically in four distinct areas to ensure progress for animals.
Animal Equality by the Numbers
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US
I believe it’s our right to know what is really happening behind closed doors. And now, thanks to Animal Equality’s investigations, we have the power to see, understand, and take action.
Kat Von D
Artist and entrepreneur
achievements
We want to share some of our national and international achievements with you. Without your support none of this would be possible, thanks for being on the side of the animals!
Preventing elephant deaths due to train hits
Animal Equality’s suggestion of a radar sensor device to prevent elephant deaths due to train accidents was accepted by the Government of India. The device is developed and now in use.
Ban on bull performances
In a historic victory a nationwide ban on all performances of bulls including bullock cart races was introduced by the Supreme Court in May 2014 following the efforts of Animal Equality and other groups in the Supreme Court.
Ban on import of foie gras
Following Animal Equality’s appeal, the Government of India in 2014 issued a notification prohibiting the import of foie gras. With this prohibition, India becomes the first country to ban the import of foie gras.
End the Sacrifice
Following Animal Equality’s request the Government of India issued a directive to restrict the movement of animals across Indo-Nepal border during the Gadhimai festival of Nepal. Thus, 80% less animals (large) were slaughtered compared to the previous festival.
Introduction of sexed semen technology
Following the presentation of Animal Equality’s dairy investigation and request to introduce sexed semen technology to prevent male calf death, the Government of India introduced sexed semen technology.
Maximum Penalty for Animal Cruelty
Achieved the longest prison sentences for farmed animal cruelty in both the U.K. and Spain.
A Global Investigations Team
Over the past ten years Animal Equality has visited and investigated over 700 animal exploitation facilities and reached millions of people.
iAnimal Around the World
Over 40,000 students from the most important universities in the world were reached with our interactive iAnimal experience.
News
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Exposed: Cruel and Illegal Practices in pig breeding, transport and slaughter
Investigation by Animal Equality exposes the abysmal treatment meted out to pigs in the pork industry Animal Equality conducted an investigation into pig farms, markets and slaughter of pigs in Maharashtra, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand. They investigated 6 farms and 3 slaughter facilities in these states and found blatant illegalities in each case. Findings…
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Animal Equality Exposes the Cruel and Illegal Practices in the Slaughter of Animals Used for Milk
Animal Equality in yet another investigation exposes how cows and buffaloes used by the dairy industry are slaughtered.
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Breaking news: foie gras discovered on Olympic Games’ menu
It has emerged that the controversial dish foie gras – made by force-feeding ducks and geese – will make an appearance at this year’s Olympic Games, much to the concern of animal lovers and advocates. The 2024 Olympic Games are set to take place in Paris between 26th July and 11th August and aim to…
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The Bond Between Animals and Their Young
The bond between an animal and her young is one of the strongest in the natural world. In animals like cows, pigs, and hens, this connection not only ensures the survival of their babies — it’s also full of affection, communication, and protection. But in industrial farming, these bonds are systematically broken. Forced separation, abuse,…
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Shocks, chains, and early slaughter: Inside the dairy industry
What really happens behind closed farm doors? Investigators uncovered cows chained by their noses, shocked with electricity, and separated from their newborns moments after birth. Between November 2023 and February 2024, Animal Equality documented routine cruelty on 11 dairy farms in northern Spain. Investigators found calves force-fed through tubes, cows tied to the ground by…
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This Mother’s Day, Let’s Honor All Mothers
This Mother’s Day as we honor human mothers, there’s another group of mothers we often forget—those in the animal agriculture industry. Hens, cows, goats, pigs, and even fish are mothers too. They carry, birth, and instinctively care for their young. Yet, their maternal bonds are routinely violated for profit and convenience. In the dairy industry,…