Animal welfare and rights in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan ranks fairly poorly in terms of its commitment to the protection of animal welfare and freedom from suffering.

[2] Lists of rare and endangered species of wild animals in Azerbaijan are drawn up in the Red Book.

For spaying of animals and other medical purposes, AARC employs a specialized team of veterinary doctors and surgeons.

The Convention aims to better health and well-being of pet animals, to promote the protection of them, and to raise awareness about the attitudes of them.

Member states to the Convention bare responsibility for dissemination of information concerning the conservation of wild flora and fauna among people.

[12] Parties to the Convention including Azerbaijan recognized the habitat of threatened species of animals as “world natural heritage.” Taking animals from their natural habitat without permission defined by Law of the Azerbaijan Republic on Wildlife is prohibited.

[13] Cruel treatment of animals caused their death or severe injury is prohibited by the Code.