Jessica Whiting, Author at Faunalytics

Jun 30 2026 | Jessica Whiting

Not All Companion Animals Are Seen As Equal

Animals more similar to humans are seen as more cognitively complex, a bias that may be putting the welfare of non-mammalian companion animals at risk. READ MORE

May 22 2026 | Jessica Whiting

More Than Neglect: Complex Factors Influence Donkey Welfare In Kenya

Eight in 10 working donkeys in Kenya suffer from poor welfare, often the result of complex relationships between their carers, the environment, and their living conditions. READ MORE

Mar 30 2026 | Jessica Whiting

When Honeybees Steal The Show, Who’s Left Out Of The Spotlight?

Colorado residents think highly of honeybees, despite their harmful impacts on native insect pollinators. But a survey shows there’s strong support for protecting these other species that are so often overlooked. READ MORE

Dec 8 2025 | Jessica Whiting

Defining Access To Veterinary Care: Why Words Matter

Without a shared understanding of what “access” means, progress toward equitable veterinary care remains fragmented and inconsistent. READ MORE

Oct 3 2025 | Jessica Whiting

Complex Environments Offer Welfare Gains For Bearded Dragons

Bearded dragons in enriched housing were more active and less anxious than those in standard, barren conditions, indicating improved welfare. READ MORE

Sep 17 2025 | Jessica Whiting

Common Veterinary Drugs Pose Hidden Threat To Garden Birds

Insecticides previously banned in farming have been found in the nests of blue tits and great tits from a surprising source: companion animal fur. READ MORE

Aug 5 2025 | Jessica Whiting

All Cows Feel Pain, But Not All Get Pain Relief

Despite clear evidence of pain, many farmed cows are denied pain relief for common on-farm procedures due to lingering misperceptions and practical limitations. READ MORE

Jun 26 2025 | Jessica Whiting

Mapping Global Animal Advocacy Spending

Drawing on survey data from more than 200 animal advocacy organizations worldwide, this report maps how these groups are spending to transform the global food system. READ MORE

Jun 5 2025 | Jessica Whiting

Portion Cuts Drive The U.K.’s Meat Decline

Over a 10-year period, the U.K.’s meat-eating habits have shifted to smaller portions, less red meat, and rising quantities of white meat, reflecting evolving diets. READ MORE

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Jessica Whiting

Not All Companion Animals Are Seen As Equal

More Than Neglect: Complex Factors Influence Donkey Welfare In Kenya

When Honeybees Steal The Show, Who’s Left Out Of The Spotlight?

Defining Access To Veterinary Care: Why Words Matter

Complex Environments Offer Welfare Gains For Bearded Dragons

Common Veterinary Drugs Pose Hidden Threat To Garden Birds

All Cows Feel Pain, But Not All Get Pain Relief

Mapping Global Animal Advocacy Spending

Portion Cuts Drive The U.K.’s Meat Decline

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