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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

May 15 2026 | Meghann Cant

How Barren Environments Amplify Pain In Captive Animals

Gathering evidence from diverse fields, this review makes the case that for animals in barren, confined environments, pain isn’t just unrelieved — it’s amplified. READ MORE

May 14 2026 | Josh DesMarais

Halal’s Animal Welfare Gap: What Muslim Consumers Believe And Know

A survey of Muslim consumers in Türkiye revealed significant gaps in public awareness around animal welfare in halal practices. However, many demonstrated a willingness to change their behavior when given accurate information. READ MORE

May 12 2026 | Meghann Cant

Rodeo Calves Experience Fear While In The Chute

An examination of video footage from an Australian rodeo found that calves experience fear and stress while confined in the chute — before the calf-roping event even begins. READ MORE

May 6 2026 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – May 2026

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about the welfare of egg-laying ducks in Indonesia, a program to help unhoused people and their companion animals, misperceptions about honeybees, and more. READ MORE

May 4 2026 | Meghann Cant

Feeding Grain To Farmed Animals Wastes Human Food

Giving human-edible grain to farmed animals wastes enough food to feed two billion people. This report explains why a shift to “food not feed” is imperative. READ MORE

May 1 2026 | Faunalytics

How You Help: 5 Ways We Use Your Community Survey Responses

Ever wonder how Faunalytics uses your community survey responses? In this blog, we break down a handful of important ways your feedback is incorporated directly into our work. READ MORE

Apr 30 2026 | Maria Schurr

Not Horsing Around: How Fireworks Harm Equids

For equids, fireworks can be distressing and even deadly. This study looks at the behavioral and physical effects that fireworks have on horses and donkeys, and how their guardians attempt to minimize the danger. READ MORE

Apr 28 2026 | Robert Davy

A More Plant-Based World Would Reshape Agricultural Work

The EAT-Lancet Commission recommends a global shift to plant-rich diets. How would this impact the labor force? READ MORE

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