This presentation examines the development of Slovenian animal protection law and traces its path from a welfarist framework to emerging abolitionist tendencies. Traditionally based on the principles of human-centred welfare principles, Slovenian legislation is now changing due to civil society activism and recent legislative reforms. Key changes include a ban on the use of fur and circus animals and a 2025 decision to abolish battery farming of hens by 2029 — steps that reflect the growing unease with animal commodification. Legally, animals are recognized as sentient beings in Slovenia, but are still treated as property under civil law, which is a moral and legal contradiction. This ambiguous status reflects a hybrid legal model that combines elements of New Welfarism and abolitionist reforms. The presentation will explore whether this model could pave the way for greater recognition of animal rights, in line with global trends in regions such as Latin America and India.