Enforce Animal Cruelty Laws in Albania

The issue

Another recent video has shocked and devastated thousands: a 15-year-old boy in Albania brutally tortured and killed a defenceless dog.

This is not an isolated case. Across the country, countless animals suffer in silence while the laws meant to protect them are ignored. Albania has animal protection laws — but they are not being enforced. Abusers walk free. Victims are forgotten. Authorities remain silent.

This failure sends a dangerous message: that cruelty has no consequences.

Unchecked violence — especially by children — is a warning sign. It demands urgent intervention, not silence. When animal abuse goes unpunished, it doesn’t just harm animals. It erodes the soul of society.

We demand that the Albanian government:

  • Enforce existing animal cruelty laws consistently
  • Investigate and prosecute this and similar cases
  • Create a national task force to monitor and respond to abuse and implement the current laws in place
  • Introduce education on empathy and animal welfare in schools & the community
  • Establish a safe, anonymous system for citizens to report abuse

Every life matters. Every act of cruelty counts.
It’s time for justice, accountability, and compassion.

Sign now to be a voice for the voiceless.
They cannot speak. But we can.

By signing this petition, you are advocating for the protection of Albanian animals, ensuring they are granted the care, love, and safety they inherently deserve. Join us in pressing the Albanian government to prioritize and enforce these crucial laws, paving the way for a kinder and more compassionate nation for our animals.

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The issue

Another recent video has shocked and devastated thousands: a 15-year-old boy in Albania brutally tortured and killed a defenceless dog.

This is not an isolated case. Across the country, countless animals suffer in silence while the laws meant to protect them are ignored. Albania has animal protection laws — but they are not being enforced. Abusers walk free. Victims are forgotten. Authorities remain silent.

This failure sends a dangerous message: that cruelty has no consequences.

Unchecked violence — especially by children — is a warning sign. It demands urgent intervention, not silence. When animal abuse goes unpunished, it doesn’t just harm animals. It erodes the soul of society.

We demand that the Albanian government:

  • Enforce existing animal cruelty laws consistently
  • Investigate and prosecute this and similar cases
  • Create a national task force to monitor and respond to abuse and implement the current laws in place
  • Introduce education on empathy and animal welfare in schools & the community
  • Establish a safe, anonymous system for citizens to report abuse

Every life matters. Every act of cruelty counts.
It’s time for justice, accountability, and compassion.

Sign now to be a voice for the voiceless.
They cannot speak. But we can.

By signing this petition, you are advocating for the protection of Albanian animals, ensuring they are granted the care, love, and safety they inherently deserve. Join us in pressing the Albanian government to prioritize and enforce these crucial laws, paving the way for a kinder and more compassionate nation for our animals.

The Decision Makers

Silvio Gonzato
Silvio Gonzato
EU Ambassador to Albania
Edi Rama
Edi Rama
Prime Minister - Albania
Olsian Çela
Olsian Çela
Prosecutor General of Albania
Ulsi Manja
Ulsi Manja
The Minister of Justice - Albania
Taulant Balla
Taulant Balla
The Minister of Internal Affairs - Albania

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Petition created on 23 May 2025