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The Role Of Humanewashing In Grocery Stores: How Welfare Labels Affect Purchasing Behavior
The Role Of Humanewashing In Grocery Stores: How Welfare Labels Affect Purchasing Behavior
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Bridging U.S. Conservative Values And Animal Protection
Tactics In Practice: The Science Of Plant-Based Defaults And Nudges
Creating A More Equitable Movement: Compensation In The Farmed Animal Advocacy Sector
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The Role Of Humanewashing In Grocery Stores: How Welfare Labels Affect Purchasing Behavior
Welfare claims are commonly found on animal product packaging. This Faunalytics original study explores how some of these claims affect purchasing behavior, as well as shoppers' understanding of these claims. - In The Spotlight
Tactics In Practice: The Science Of Plant-Based Defaults And Nudges
Faunalytics' Research Liaison Björn Ólafsson takes a deep dive into research on the wide world of nudges, revealing best practices and possible pitfalls. - In The Spotlight
Creating A More Equitable Movement: Compensation In The Farmed Animal Advocacy Sector
The farmed animal advocacy movement has professionalized and grown within the nonprofit sector over the last 50 years. This Faunalytics study benchmarks salaries for the movement. - In The Spotlight
Bridging U.S. Conservative Values And Animal Protection
To maximize our impact, animal advocates in the U.S. need strategies for working with politicians and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. This Faunalytics study helps us understand how to leverage conservative values to help animals.
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The latest research to help make your animal advocacy more effective
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Faunalytics Index – November 2024
This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about companion animal care costs, the environmental impact of fur, shrimp farming, and more. - In The Spotlight
Risk Aversion In Wild Animal Welfare
Human intervention in wild animal welfare is a complex issue within animal ethics. Depending on your risk tolerance, certain interventions on behalf of wild animals may be more justifiable. - In The Spotlight
Effective Messaging For Sharks
Some marine animals were historically feared but are now more favored and protected. Is it possible to also improve the social standing of sharks, who currently face significant bias? - In The Spotlight
The Price Of Welfare: Monetizing Animal Lives For Better Policies
This paper introduces a method to monetize animal welfare, allowing animal lives to be considered alongside human interests in policy analyses. - In The Spotlight
How Consumers Compare Caged And Cage-Free Eggs
This study surveys perceptions of cage-free and caged eggs — from cost to environmental impact, taste, and more. - In The Spotlight
Dog Guardianship And Socioeconomic Dynamics In Denmark
This study explores how demographic status and dog guardianship intersect across various dimensions in Denmark. - In The Spotlight
The Role Of Humanewashing In Grocery Stores: How Welfare Labels Affect Purchasing Behavior
Welfare claims are commonly found on animal product packaging. This Faunalytics original study explores how some of these claims affect purchasing behavior, as well as shoppers' understanding of these claims. - In The Spotlight
The Deceptive Promise Of Manure Biogas As A Methane Solution
This report critically examines the claims surrounding capturing manure biogas as a methane reduction strategy. - In The Spotlight
Most Fishing Vessels Operate Hidden From Public Knowledge
Many fishing vessels do not publicly broadcast their location, either legally or illegally. This study used satellite imagery to track them. - In The Spotlight
What’s Required For Wild Animal Welfare Interventions To Be Effective
This report outlines what’s needed for human interventions to successfully improve the welfare of wild animals at scale. - In The Spotlight
Scientifically Validating Welfare Indicators For Free-Roaming Horses
New research provides evidence for assessing the mental experiences of wild horses. Could the same techniques apply to other species? - In The Spotlight
Animal Welfare’s ‘Consumer-Citizen Gap’ In China
Research shows a gap between citizens’ attitudes towards animal welfare and their consumer behavior. What does this gap look like in the Chinese context, and how can we address it?
- In The Spotlight
Faunalytics Index – November 2024
This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about companion animal care costs, the environmental impact of fur, shrimp farming, and more. - In The Spotlight
Risk Aversion In Wild Animal Welfare
Human intervention in wild animal welfare is a complex issue within animal ethics. Depending on your risk tolerance, certain interventions on behalf of wild animals may be more justifiable. - In The Spotlight
Effective Messaging For Sharks
Some marine animals were historically feared but are now more favored and protected. Is it possible to also improve the social standing of sharks, who currently face significant bias? - In The Spotlight
The Price Of Welfare: Monetizing Animal Lives For Better Policies
This paper introduces a method to monetize animal welfare, allowing animal lives to be considered alongside human interests in policy analyses.
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Fauna Connections 2024
Our third annual remote symposium, Fauna Connections, will take place on September 19, 2024. Academics and scientists will present original research that discuss the real-life implications and recommendations for animal advocates in key areas such as farmed animals, companion animals, wild animals, and more.