Animals Used in Science

Research about animals used for “scientific” purposes including medical and cosmetic testing, dissection, and alternatives.

black mouse climbing out of open laboratory cage

Laboratory Rodents Deserve Better Than Improvised Killing Methods

Jul 16 2026 Meghann Cant

Cervical dislocation is the most common killing method for mice and rats in U.K. laboratories. Yet it’s applied inconsistently, often with improvised tools, raising serious animal welfare concerns. READ MORE

Laboratory Rodents Deserve Better Than Improvised Killing Methods

Jul 16 2026 Meghann Cant

In the Spotlight

Feb 24 2023 | Elena Schaller

Putting Animals First To Improve Science

Poor animal welfare in classic research studies brings their results into question. How do we cite this research and prevent future studies from making the same mistakes? READ MORE

Feb 1 2023 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – February 2023

This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about spending on companion animals in the U.S., animal agriculture subsidies, Veganuary sales boosts, and more. READ MORE

Jan 13 2023 | Matthew Sparks

Canada’s Research Animals Need National Legislation

Although Canada has a governance system in place for animal research, this paper argues that the system is outdated and that national laws are needed to protect animals used in science. READ MORE

Jan 11 2023 | karol orzechowski

Highlights From The Library Front Desk

Faunalytics’ Research Library has just hit 5,000 entries! Our Content Director, karol orzechowski, reflects on the growth of the database we’ve built and shares some of his favorites from the archives. READ MORE

Dec 9 2022 | Ozy Frantz

Moral Values And Animal Research

This study suggests that people’s approval of animal research depends on how they weigh the costs and benefits of the research specifically, not on their broader moral beliefs. READ MORE

Nov 11 2022 | Ozy Frantz

Long-Tailed Macaques: A Vulnerable Species

Long considered to be an abundant species, long-tailed macaques face threats from the wild animal trade, and because many are seen as pests. READ MORE

Oct 28 2022 | Elena Schaller

The Outdated Reliance On Animal Data

“Animal-reliance bias” occurs when researchers are asked to “validate” their results with animal-based data—even if it lacks scientific justification and violates ethical principles. READ MORE