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The petition to end the guga hunt stays open 📣 We welcome the Scottish Parliament's Public Petitions Committee’s decision to continue considering the petition to end the guga hunt. Help end the guga hunt by taking action at the link in our bio 🔗

Scotland’s heatwaves & wildfires show the climate crisis is also an animal welfare emergency. Wild animals suffer as fires destroy habitats, while farmed animals face climate-driven diseases. CEO Jason Rose explores this crisis in our latest blog ➡️ https://www.onekind.org/Blogs/blog

🐾 Each year, the Scottish Government sets out its priorities. Including animal protections in its Programme for Government gives us a vital way to hold them accountable. Help put animals on the agenda. Take our quick e-action ➡️ https://ow.ly/KVKx50ZFExC

📣 Welcome news: this year's guga hunt will not go ahead, sparing 2,000 young gannets from being killed. But the legal loophole that allows the hunt still exists. Until the law changes, future hunts remain possible. Help to change this law ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

Scotland’s animals need you to tell The Scottish Government that animal welfare is a mainstream political issue❗ Take our quick & easy e-action ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/194057/action/1

📣 We need 3,000 more signatures to end the cruelty of keeping wild animals in homes. Please sign the Don't Pet Me petition here ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/168085/petition/1 & share this post to reach new animal lovers! 🔗

A brilliant morning with the Bold Studio team & their super talented interns, who have come up with a fantastic concept for our upcoming event at the Scottish Parliament 🦊 Bold Studio's Campaign for Change programme pairs recent graduates with worthy causes. We were delighted to be chosen!

Scotland’s animals need you ❗ From farrowing cages to the "exotic pet" crisis to weak wildlife laws — these issues can’t wait. Add your voice and help get these 3 animal asks into Scotland’s national plan ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/194057/action/1

❗We must ensure that Scotland's animals are not left behind. 📣 Let's hear from OneKind Director of Policy, Kirsty. Take action to call for the interests of animals to be included in The Scottish Government's upcoming Programme for Government ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/194057/action/1

🦊 Don't leave Scotland's animals behind. The Scottish Government is deciding its priorities for the year ahead – and now is the time to make sure animals are included in its plans. ✍️ Take action today ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/194057/action/1

2,500 people have spoken out against the cruel killing of baby gannets 👏 We'll take your comments directly to MSPs. Add your voice ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

📣 Did you catch us in the news? Our comments on Scotland's recent glue trap ban were featured in 16 news outlets, including The Independent, STV and The Scotsman 🙌

📣 The guga hunt is causing real suffering. And experts have confirmed it’s inhumane. We need every voice. Add yours today ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

As of today, glue traps will become illegal in Scotland 👏🐁 We have long campaigned for a ban on glue traps in Scotland and are delighted that these cruel devices will now be consigned to the history books.

Were delighted to join the Eurogroup for Animals conference in Brussels this week (even in 35‑degree heat)! We always leave inspired by the incredible work happening from member organisations, and driven to help build a Europe that truly cares for animals. When we work together, animals win. 👏

Cruelty to wild animals has no place in Scotland. Together we can end the guga hunt. Act now ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

This is no life for a wild animal. Parrots are highly intelligent and social animals that belong in the wild. 🦜 📢 Join us in calling for an end to the keeping of wild animals as “pets” in Scotland. Sign our Don’t Pet Me petition ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/168085/petition/1

Wild baby birds. Taken from their nests. “Tradition” is not an excuse for cruelty. Help end it by taking our e-action today ➡️ https://bit.ly/stopgugahunt

Chicks are captured, causing fear & distress. Some are left to starve. Others are killed with blunt force. Entire seabird colonies are affected. The guga hunt must end. 👉 https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

Last year, 485 baby birds were killed in the guga hunt. Taken from nests and bludgeoned to death. This cruelty is outdated—and it must end. Take action 👉 https://secure.onekind.org/page/191891/data/1

We were quoted in The Herald last week against the guga hunt. Scotland should be moving forward on wild animal welfare — not defending outdated practices that cause suffering.

Wild animals are paying the price for the exotic pet trade. Sign our petition to introduce a permitted list of animals that CAN have their needs met in domestic environments — and help end the keeping of wild animals as pets ➡️https://secure.onekind.org/page/168085/petition/1

NatureScot has confirmed a new licence application for this year’s cruel guga hunt. We’ll soon submit a detailed report outlining serious animal welfare concerns—and will keep pushing for the legal change needed to end this hunt for good. 📣 Let's hear more from OneKind CEO Jason Rose.

The First Minister John Swinney has appointed his new cabinet. 📣 Let's hear from OneKind CEO Jason Rose on what this means for our work to free Scotland's animals from suffering. Join OneKind today ➡️ https://www.onekind.org/bring-about-a-scotland-where-every-animal-is-freed-from-suffering

84% of people in Scotland want stricter rules on exotic pets. Vets agree: most aren’t having their needs met. Wild animals belong in the wild. ✍️ Add your name to our #DontPetMe petition here ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/168085/petition/1

OneKind CEO Jason Rose on BBC Alba explaining why we must put an end to the cruel annual killing of baby gannets in Scotland. We'll be launching a new supporter action to end the guga hunt soon - keep your eyes peeled! 👀

Tiny plastic boxes are considered acceptable housing for snakes. Wild animals don’t belong in plastic tubs ❌ Sign our Don't Pet Me petition to put an end to the suffering of wild animals in the pet trade ➡️ https://secure.onekind.org/page/168085/petition/1

A new Parliament is on the horizon, bringing new opportunities for animal welfare. 🐾 Some of our key animal welfare asks have been reflected in party manifestos—and we’ll be working to ensure these commitments turn into real action. Let’s hear from Kirsty, our Director of Policy.

The UK Government recently committed to a phase‑out and two Scottish political parties backed this change in their manifestos. Our calls are being heard. ✅ With a new Scottish Parliament now in place, we will be working hard to make sure Scotland delivers a future without farrowing cages.

A new Scottish Parliament is coming — and animals deserve strong champions 🐾 We’re calling on candidates to pledge to do more for Scotland’s animals. Email MSP candidates in your area who haven’t yet pledged👉 https://secure.onekind.org/page/177898/action/1

What have Scotland's political parties promised for animals? 🐖🐕🐒 🔎 We’ve examined what parties say about animals and how closely their commitments match the asks set out in our OneKind manifesto, shared with parties across the political spectrum over the past year.

Scots care about wildlife — and want stronger protections 🐒 As the Scottish elections approach, MSP candidates must commit to doing More for Scotland’s Animals. 👉 Take action: https://secure.onekind.org/page/177898/action/1

New polling shows overwhelming public support in Scotland for stronger farmed animal welfare 🐾 As we approach the Scottish elections, MSP candidates must commit to doing More for Scotland’s Animals. 👉 Take action: https://secure.onekind.org/page/177898/action/1

New polling shows overwhelming public support in Scotland for stronger companion animal welfare 🐾 As we approach the Scottish elections, MSP candidates must commit to doing More for Scotland’s Animals. 👉 Take action: https://secure.onekind.org/page/177898/action/1

📢 Animal welfare is a mainstream political issue. Scots care deeply about animal welfare and will expect the next Parliament to reflect this and enact meaningful changes to better the lives of animals across Scotland. 🐖🐕🦡 We will make sure that animals aren’t left out of the conversation.

In the last session of the Scottish Parliament we secured a: ✅ Greyhound racing ban ✅ A ban on snares But there’s more to do. Let's make Scotland a place where every animal is freed from suffering ➡️https://www.onekind.org/bring-about-a-scotland-where-every-animal-is-freed-from-suffering

🙌 Your FREE vote can help OneKind win £500 for our work to end the suffering of animals🐾 It takes just minutes to vote for OneKind and help us remain in the top 20 but this round closes tomorrow, March 31st 🔗 Please vote: mygivingcircle.org/onekind?free=

Join us in person for an engaging hustings event all about giving Scotland's animals better protection in the next parliamentary session. 📆 When? Tuesday 14th April from 6pm to 8pm 📍Where? Edinburgh City Chambers ❗Admission is free but registration is essential🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/more-for-s...

🐾 We need you to show MSP candidates that Scots care deeply about animals. ✍️ Please use our e-action to send an email to all the MSP candidates in your area, to let them know that animal welfare is a key concern for the voters they hope to represent🔗 secure.onekind.org/page/177898/... 🙌 Thank you!

🐶🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Huge congratulations to @onekind.org & the Unbound the Greyhound coalition for their tireless work: Scotland has officially banned greyhound racing! ❤️A landmark victory for dogs + #animalwelfare ⤵️ bit.ly/4bvYyiG

❗ VICTORY FOR GREYHOUNDS❗ At this moment, @markruskell.bsky.social's Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill has PASSED with a majority vote: Yes - 70 No - 27 🙌THANK YOU to all who have supported the #UnboundTheGreyhound campaign. Tonight, we can celebrate this monumental moment for greyhounds.

❗Tomorrow: rally for greyhounds❗ 📰Thank you to @thecanaryuk.bsky.social, please read: www.thecanary.co/uk/news/2026... "Our rally at Holyrood, joined by supporters from across Scotland and greyhounds rescued from the racing industry, will show the strength of public support behind this Bill."

👉 @mygivingcircle is giving away £2,500 for the first 5,000 people that vote and donate this weekend. For each vote we get, MyGivingCircle will give us 50p , plus they'll give us £1 for every donation we receive. Please support OneKind this #GiveBack weekend 🔗 mygivingcircle.org/onekind Thank you!

🐾 We would love for you (and greyhounds!) to join us at a rally for greyhounds ahead of the final vote on the Bill which, if passed, would ban greyhound racing in Scotland. ⏰ When? 10:30am - 11:30am on Wednesday 18th March. 📍 Where? Outside the Scottish Parliament building, Holyrood, Edinburgh.