For a long time stuck in a human-machine relationship theorized by Descartes, human-animal relations have constantly evolved in recent years with the recognition of increasing rights for animals. Since 2015, the Civil Code has given them the status of being sensitive, a more protective legal status.
New certificate for the acquisition of a pet, increased penalties for abuse, end of dolphinariums in 2026 and ban of wild animals in traveling circuses in 2028... The law of 30 November 2021 also provides for a number of measures to combat animal abuse.
It is in this context that Vie-publique.fr returns to the question of animal welfare in France and Europe (read more about Vie-publique.fr).
