OneKind facts for kids
| Founded | 1911 |
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| Founder | Netta and Elizabeth Ivory |
| Type | Registered charity no. SC041299 |
| Focus | Advancing animal welfare |
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Employees
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6 |
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Volunteers
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80 |
OneKind is a special group that works to protect animals and stop cruelty. They are based in Edinburgh, Scotland, and also work with other animal groups across Europe. Their main goal is to make life better for all animals.
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How OneKind Started
OneKind started a long time ago, in 1911. It was founded by two people named Netta and Elizabeth Ivory. Back then, it was called the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Vivisection. This means they worked to stop animal testing in science.
A New Focus for Animals
In the 1950s, the group decided to help all kinds of animals, not just those used in experiments. They wanted to protect every animal.
Changing Names Over Time
In 1990, the group changed its name to Advocates for Animals. This was part of a plan to show their wider work. Then, in 2010, they officially became known as OneKind.
Helping Wild Animals
OneKind works hard to protect wild animals in Scotland.
Protecting Wildlife from Snares
In 2011, OneKind created a website called SnareWatch. This website helps keep an eye on snares, which are traps that can hurt wild animals. They want to stop animals from being caught in these traps.
Ending Cruelty on Grouse Moors
Another important issue for OneKind is stopping the killing of wildlife on grouse moors. These are areas where birds called grouse live. OneKind wants to make sure wild animals are safe in these places and everywhere else in Scotland.
Improving Life for Farm Animals
OneKind also works to make life better for animals raised on farms.
Choosing Kind Food Options
They encourage people to make kind choices about what they eat. This means thinking about how farm animals are treated.
Stopping Unfair Farming Practices
OneKind campaigns to end practices like keeping farm animals in small cages. They also work to stop intensive animal farming, which is when many animals are kept in very crowded conditions. They want all farm animals to have good lives.
Caring for Pet Animals
OneKind also helps animals that live in homes as pets.
Protecting Pets in Homes
In 2025, OneKind started a campaign. They asked the Scottish Government to help stop wild animals from suffering when they are kept as pets in homes. They want to make sure all pets are safe and happy.
