International and Foreign Animal Law Research Guide

Though U.S.-focused, there is some coverage of foreign and international issues and laws related to animals on the News section of the site.

A ranking of 50 countries around the globe according to their legislation and policy commitments to protecting animals. Also includes profile pages for many countries which summarize their laws related to animal protection.

Based in the UK, this organization focuses on human farming practices through out the world, with sister organizations in France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Poland, and the USA. The News page discusses their work and related developments.

Advocates for animal welfare across the EU. Recent activities can be seen on the News page.

Organizes the campaigning and lobbying by many different animal welfare groups for a ban on scientific testing on animals in Europe.

The international arm of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The News & Resources page discusses the organization’s work around the world.

British foundation devoted to working on sentient animal law.

The Food and Agriculture Organization’s Animal Production and Health Division promotes the use of livestock in a way that “sustainably contributes to the welfare of people and conservation of natural resources,” including the promotion of “best practices that maintain animal health, welfare and livestock productivity.” The “Areas of Activity” pages provide details on the various aspects of its work organized by topic.

International animal welfare organization that publishes a wide range of reports, many of which discuss international law or the domestic law related to animals of the jurisdictions in question.