Slom velike priče o uspjehu: kako politika ubija europske vukove
EU je dugo tvrdio da promiče suživot između vuka te drugih velikih zvijeri i ruralnih zajednica. Međutim, u praksi...
A new canid in Western Europe: how golden jackals are reshaping carnivore ranges
For much of the twentieth century, the golden jackal was regarded as a species of south-eastern Europe, rarely recorded...
The human–pet bond: It all depends on how we relate to animals
Parrots languish from boredom in empty cages, and dogs develop separation anxiety when their owners are often away from...
Wolven onder druk: hoe monitoring hun toekomst in Europa bepaalt
In heel Europa groeit de wolvenpopulatie, maar ook de weerstand. Tussen de cijfers, de politiek en het publiek debat...
Walking your dog in wolf territory: How to reduce the risk of encounters
The wolf has returned to the Low Countries, which is good news for nature. At the same time, the...
Flanders bans sale of live animals at weekly markets
From 1 January 2026, the sale of live animals at weekly markets will be banned across Flanders, marking the...
Flanders’ horse industry: A billion-euro powerhouse with fragile foundations
Flanders is at the heart of one of Europe’s most successful equestrian industries. The Flemish horse sector generates an...
Purring for power: how politicians turn pets into political capital
Not only did Belgium’s prime minister Bart De Wever (N-VA) make headlines this year. So did his cat Maximus....
From ports to streets: The spread of organised crime violence in Europe
Across the European Union, police forces and intelligence services are recording a noticeable increase in violence linked to organised...
Belgium faces mounting mental health pressures
Belgium’s mental health system is under increasing strain, with a growing number of workers in the justice sector seeking...
