Burgerinitiatief “Een dier is geen ding”

This motion concerns a citizens' initiative aimed at changing the legal status of animals. The proposal argues that animals should no longer be legally classified as 'things' or objects, but should be recognized as sentient beings with their own intrinsic value. If adopted, this would change how the law views animals, potentially impacting animal welfare standards and the legal rights associated with the ownership and treatment of animals in the Netherlands.