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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 8h

MAX AND STRIPES SIDE BY SIDE FOREVER. Max and Stripes enjoying a quiet moment together on their platform in the African Sun. Rescued from a circus in Guatemala as tiny cubs, these brothers now have space and freedom. Bid on a pastel drawing of them here: bit.ly/3VoyGRp

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 14h

WORLD ANIMAL DAY! Today we recognise the incredible animals who share our planet. Together we can take meaningful action against animal suffering. From factory farming and animal testing to hunting, wildlife trade, fashion and habitat destruction, our choices can have a big impact. #AnimalProtection

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

A LIONESS REBORN Rescued from the illegal trophy pet trade in Kuwait, Aziza arrived frightened and deeply anxious. Today at ADIWS, she’s stronger, confident and playful. You can bid on a painting of Aziza in our online auction here: bit.ly/46TKfTa #TrophyPet #Kuwait6

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The UK Government’s £20m hub and nine projects developing human-relevant alternatives are a welcome step. But investment is only the start. These technologies must be validated, adopted and used to replace animals—not alongside them. Push for faster replacement of animal tests bit.ly/help-lab-ani...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#StopTheFurTrade US: Urge your Congress members to support the Mink Virus Act (HR3783), to phase out mink farming nationwide. bit.ly/ADIMinkVirus... UK: Contact your MP today & ask them to support the Fur (Import & Sale) Bill. act.ad-international.org/page/178059/...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#WORLDFARMANIMALSDAY! At ADIWS, we also offer lifelong care & protection to rescued cows, donkeys, goats, pigs, geese, ducks & more. ALL animals are sentient & should be treated with kindness. Try one of ADI’s compassionate #plantbased recipes: www.ad-international.org/farm_animals...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

WORLD FARM ANIMALS DAY! Take time to give love to the much abused, misunderstood billions of farms animals – just like Jonas here with Lucky at ADIWS. Farm animals are sentient, each one an individual with a personality. Yet treated as commodities. Consider adopting a kinder, plant-based diet.

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

AUCTION FOR ANIMALS - ON NOW!!! Own a piece of original artwork & help animals. Handmade works capture the spirit of #animals you have helped us #rescue including Pepe, Kesari, Saham, Max & Stripes, Aziza, Shujaa & Saham, David, Mahla, Rolex, & Muheeb. Browse and bid here👉 bit.ly/ADIauction

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

REMEMBERING RUBEN’S CATNIP MADNESS Looking back on Ruben and one of his favourite things — catnip! Ruben arrived at ADIWS in 2023. 7 months was not long enough, but we’re so grateful Ruben had freedom. You can bid on a special Ruben bracelet here: bit.ly/4huagNP #ThrowbackThursday #ADIWS

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

FIREWORKS STRAIN OUR EMERGENCY SERVICES Every year in the UK, due to fireworks, there are: 💥 Thousands of injuries. 💥 Hundreds of fires. 💥 Numerous cases of weaponized fireworks. Take part in the UK government's consultation here: bit.ly/fireworks-co... #fireworks

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

WHAT'S THE COST OF THIS ‘ENTERTAINMENT’? ADI’s evidence has shown daily, casual violence & intimidation – screaming, shouting, beating. 🐯Don’t visit circuses, fairs, or other events with performing animals! 🎪Share this post or tag a friend in the comments to raise awareness! #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

MOON AT PLAY!🐯 Moon is having some fun with her ball, enjoying a little playtime. Rescued from a circus in Guatemala as a cub, she now has the freedom to play. Donate towards enrichment: UK: act.ad-international.org/page/137133/... US: act.ad-international.org/page/137132/... #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

ADI in Schools & Universities in #Colombia. ADI leads awareness-raising sessions with high school students, in-person & virtual. ADI was also invited to a forum on Law 2385/24, which prohibits #bullfighting. It is essential to create spaces for dialogue in academic settings.

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

CHINO ENJOYING THE HIGH LIFE 🦁 Rescued from a tiny circus cage in Peru in 2014 with his brother Coco, he now has space to explore, sunshine to soak up and the freedom to choose where he spends his days at the ADI Wildlife Sanctuary, South Africa. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Trophy hunting is NOT conservation. Killing animals for trophies should not be confused with protecting wildlife. 🦒Find out about trophy hunting and how to help: www.ad-international.org/conservation... 🦏Support our work: www.ad-international.org/take_action/... #trophyhunting #conservation

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

#ADI founders Jan & Tim were recently interviewed for #APawsforyourPet radio show where they were able to speak about ADI’s work. BenTzur & Ori rescue, illegal wildlife pet trade, International Primate Day & more! Part 1: bit.ly/3VmNAHL Part 2: bit.ly/3VmNAHL

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

A KING IN HIS GOLDEN YEARS 🦁 Rey A is enjoying a quiet moment beneath his platform in the shade. As spring approaches, the seasons are slowly changing. Rescued from a circus in Peru in 2014, Rey now enjoys his golden years in freedom at the ADIWS, surrounded by other lions. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Sasha made the most of her catnip box! With focused determination, she stalked, pounced and wrestled with it. She spent the first 4 four years of her life in a circus cage in Guatemala. Today, at the ADIWS in South Africa, she has the space and freedom to explore. #ADIWS

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A validated, animal-free replacement for the horseshoe crab blood test already exists. So why is the UK still relying on the old method? ADI has written to the Government demanding answers. Better science shouldn't have to wait.

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

#SeaLionSplash is at the Big E fair in MA Sept 18–Oct 4 & the Kern County Fair in CA Sept 23–Oct 4. Help stop this suffering! Urge them not to host this cruel act anymore. The Big E ☎️ 413-737-2443 📨 Info@TheBigE.com Kern County Fair ☎️ 661-833-4900 📨 kcfair@kerncountyfair.com

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

NAP TIME FOR DAVID 🦁 Our handsome boy is enjoying a peaceful snooze in the grass of his habitat, soaking up the sunshine at ADIWS. Once confined to a tiny circus cage in Peru, David now has the freedom to simply relax and be a lion. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

FIREWORKS CAUSE POLLUTION Most people are aware that fireworks cause noise and light pollution, but did you know they also contribute to air, soil, water and plastic pollution. 💥 Take part in the UK government's consultation here: bit.ly/fireworks-co... 💥 #fireworks

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

OUR ANNUAL ADI #AUCTION STARTS NOW! We hope you will join the auction & place YOUR bid! We have over 35 amazing items for sale! A huge thanks to the artists, supporters, & businesses for their donations! All proceeds will support the care of our #ADIWS residents. 👇 bit.ly/ADIauction #ADIAuction

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A LITTLE AFTERNOON STROLL WITH SUN 🐯 Once confined to a circus cage in Guatemala, she now has the freedom to wander, explore and follow her curiosity at her own pace. Watching Sun enjoy her space is a reminder of how different life can be when you’re free to simply be a tiger. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

STANDING TOGETHER FOR THE BEAGLES! ADI joined Save the Dogs UK in London, marching alongside supporters in the US on the same day for better, human-relevant science and an end to breeding dogs for experiments at MBR Acres. Next march: Tomorrow Huntingdon, 26 Sept. #EndAnimalTesting

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

1st arrest for sexual abuse of animals in #Colombia. A judge has jailed a man for raping a dog, pending sentencing. Law 2627 of 2026 carries a sentence of between 48-55 months in prison for this crime. We hope the judge will hand down an exemplary sentence. #NoMásZoofilia #ADI

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Rolex is too busy enjoying his pumpkin to notice the camera! Once rescued from a circus in Peru, he now thrives at the ADIWS in South Africa. Adopt Rolex: UK: animal-defenders-international-shop.com/collections/... US: animal-defenders-international-shop-usa.com/collections/... #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

WORLD GORILLA DAY! Gorillas share more than 98% of our DNA, yet face poaching, habitat loss, disease & wildlife trafficking. There are two species. We can help: protect forests, support conservation & local communities, and never support illegal wildlife trade. #Wildlife

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Farm Bill has passed in the Senate Committee on Agriculture with Section 12006 REMOVED. The fight is not over. The Senate still needs to pass the bill. Urge your Senators to keep the Save Our Bacon Act language OUT of the Farm Bill. 👇 takeaction.io/animaldefend... #FarmBill #SaveOurBaconAct

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

SHUJAA’S SNOOZE 🦁 Shujaa’s enjoying a well-earned rest in the grass at ADIWS in South Africa, making the most of the space and natural surroundings he has around him. It’s a far cry from the life he once knew in Kuwait, where he was kept as trophy pets before being rescued. #EndPetTrade

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

ADI AUCTION OPENS THIS WEEK! 16 amazing artists have donated 35 works of art – all for you to bid on and all funds raised will go to the care for our animals. The online auction will be live from Friday, September 25 until Tuesday, October 6. Visit our auction here: new.biddingowl.com/ADIauction

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY #JOANJETT! 🎉🎸 Celebrating the legendary rock icon whose music, strength, & fearless attitude have inspired generations. Joan has also been a longtime advocate for animals, speaking out against animal exploitation & promoting a more compassionate, #plantbased lifestyle.

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

LUNA IN HER ELEMENT 🐯 Once confined to a tiny circus cage in Guatemala, Luna now enjoys freedom at ADI Wildlife Sanctuary in South Africa. She can roam wide open spaces, feel grass beneath her paws, swim, explore and simply be a tiger. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This #WorldRhinoDay ADI is calling for a future where rhinos are protected, not exploited for their horns or hunted as trophies. Population numbers are low, we need to act. Contact the PM asking the Labour government to follow through with their manifesto: act.ad-international.org/page/135099/...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dogs are used in cruel toxicity tests, despite research finding that 92% provide no relevant information. Advanced technologies like mini organ systems can replace these tests. #EndAnimaltesting #MarchForAnimals JOIN THE MARCH US: marchforanimals.org UK: savethedogs.uk/march#march-...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#HEAVYWEIGHTCHAMPION. Kesari claims the title of largest ADIWS #lion, weighing in at an incredible 203kg/447.5lbs😮 Support the ongoing costs of our sanctuary residents by donating today! UK £, Euros, Rand: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/... US $, CA $: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

SLEEPY DHUBIYA. Rescued as a tiny cub after being abandoned in the Kuwait desert, Dhubiya now has a safe home at ADI Wildlife Sanctuary in South Africa, where she can rest, explore, play and simply be a lion. #AnimalRescue #AnimalSanctuary

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The tide is turning on whaling in Iceland. With new legislation set to ban commercial whaling in February 2027, your help is needed now more than ever. Send your comments here: tr.ee/zxlkDcuZv7

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

MAHLA & HER A-FRAME. Once confined to a circus cage in Peru, Mahla now rests peacefully in the shade at ADI Wildlife Sanctuary. Rescued as a cub, she lives free with her mother Kiara and brother Scarc — enjoying the peaceful life she was always meant to know. #AnimalRescue

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

September 21st – 27th is Report it! Week to raise awareness of online animal cruelty and responsible reactions. 🧠 BE AWARE – Not all cruelty is obvious 🚫 DO NOT ENGAGE – even negative comments boost visibility 📢 REPORT IT – It can take multiple reports to get it removed

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

#FarmAnimals #LeoTolstoy #FarmAnimalAwarenessWeek Learn more about farm animal issues and how you can help: www.ad-international.org/farm_animals/ 📩 To receive our campaign news and actions sign up: bit.ly/sign-up-e-al...

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

KING SAHAM IN THE AFRICAN SUN 🦁 Saham was rescued from the illegal trophy pet trade in Kuwait over two years ago. Today, he thrives at ADI Wildlife Sanctuary, sharing almost four acres with his brother Shujaa. Strong, healthy and looking every inch the lion he was born to be. #EndPetTrade

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Captivity is not conservation. Captivity is not research. Captivity is not education. ADI is calling for an end to cetacean captivity. bit.ly/cetacean-cap... #stopmarinemammalsuffering #whales #dolphins

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The #CoffeeCountyFair in Manchester, TN is hosting #BananaDerby - dogs racing around makeshift tracks w/ monkeys strapped to their backs. #AnimalsAreNotEntertainmet Urge the fair not to host Banana Derby anymore! 📩ccfairboard@gmail.com 📞(931) 723-1546 💻 coffeecountyfair.com/contact-us/

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A TINY CUB WHEN HE WAS RESCUED, LOOK AT HIM NOW 🐯 8 years ago Stripes was rescued from a circus in Guatemala as a tiny cub. Today he’s a magnificent tiger, free to roam his spacious sanctuary home in South Africa alongside brother Max. More about ADIWS: adiwildlifesanctuary.org.za #AnimalSanctuary

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

#ThrowbackThursday Twelve years ago this week, nine Colombian circus lions were safely in ADI’s care after being rescued from Circo Africa, ADI cared for them until their journey home. They later joined 24 lions on the Spirit of Freedom flight to Africa. #StopCircusSuffering

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A horse recently fell & despite struggling to get back up, he was re-hitched to the carriage. The latest in a series of incidents showing the neglect & risk these animals face. In NYC, urge your city council members to support a ban Bill 0943 #RomanchsLaw council.nyc.gov/districts/

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Animal Defenders International @animaldefenders.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

THE PROFILE OF A PRINCESS. In Arabic, Aziza's name means 'powerful', ‘respected’ and ‘noble’ - appropriate for this elegant lioness rescued from the illegal trophy pet trade in Kuwait. #TrophyPet Support: UK: act.ad-international.org/page/165318/... US: act.ad-international.org/page/167063/...

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