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Animal welfare initiatives in Belgium and the Netherlands

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In Belgium, local municipalities have begun implementing new animal welfare measures. In Herzele, a proposal was introduced to create a local heat plan to protect livestock, pets, and wildlife from heat stress. Meanwhile, the municipal council in Zottegem approved a measure to temporarily ban animal ownership for individuals convicted of animal abuse or neglect to close existing legal loopholes. Following these legislative developments, animal welfare organizations in Belgium and the Netherlands have scheduled community events for early October to support animal care and celebrate World Animal Day. In Zottegem, a collection drive is being organized to gather pet food, blankets, and toys. Recent regional activities include an event in Merelbeke-Melle to promote responsible pet ownership and an open house at the Dierenhulpverlening Woerden shelter in the Netherlands. As World Animal Day and Animal Week approach, new activities have been announced. In Belgium, the group Bite Back is organizing events from October 2 to 4, including a documentary screening, vegan benefit brunches, and a public demonstration in Antwerp. In the Netherlands, the chain Bagels & Beans is hosting ‘Beagles & Beans’ from October 4 to 11. Recent reports indicate a rising demand for animal welfare services. SOS Wilde Dieren in Geraardsbergen reported a 21 percent increase in animals received compared to last year, necessitating the creation of additional hedgehog enclosures. The center works with Géraldine’s Heaven, a medical facility that has treated 540 wild animals since 2023. In Flanders, Minister Ben Weyts announced that the Flemish Animal Welfare Fund will provide up to €100,000 for shelter expansion and renovation projects, funded by a €1.35 million inheritance. In the Netherlands, community events include ‘stuffed animal check-ups’ and ‘poop bingo’ in the Lekstroom region, and the 21st annual animal buffet organized by Stichting Dieren met Dieren.

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