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Worldwide, more than 70 billion land animals are killed for food every year. Our series of charts based on United Nations data shows the trends by type of animal. READ MORE
Global Sheep Slaughter Statistics and Charts
More than 550 million sheep were killed for food in 2016. Our charts based on United Nations data show the main countries and 55-year trends for total and per capita [...] READ MORE
Animal Tracker 2018: Analysis & Takeaways
In our final analysis for the 2018 Animal Tracker, we offer our takeaways. Though much has stayed the same over the past decade, animal protection remains popular and there seems [...] READ MORE
Faunalytics Index – August 2018
Our Faunalytics Index for August 2018 looks at the exotic animal trade, public opinion on laws protecting animals, meat-free menus, and much more. READ MORE
Animal Tracker 2018: Adequacy Of Laws
Legislative change is an important part of improving animal welfare. By taking advantage of positive changes in public opinion the right proposal at the right political moment can have far-reaching [...] READ MORE
Animal Tracker 2018: Importance of Animal Protection
In 2018, at least 75% or more of U.S. adults said that the welfare and protection of animals is “very” or “somewhat” important in every issue area. READ MORE
Gender, Meat-Eating, And Cognitive Dissonance
Research on cognitive dissonance surrounding meat consumption finds that, when exposed to information about how animals are raised and killed, women have less attachment to meat than men. READ MORE
Unfenced: Sheep And Territorial Bonding
Sheep are complex and wonderful creatures who have a strong sense of territorial bonding. READ MORE
Animal Transport Standards May Be All Wrong
This study shows that unloading farmed animals for breaks during long distance transport does not negatively impact welfare, and 8hrs of rest may not be enough after a 29hr trek. READ MORE