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Why We Need Proper Ethical Guidelines On Animal Researc...

Bioethicists argue that a ‘Belmont Report’ – a document which outlines ethical guidelines for human research – is long overdue for non-human animal research. READ MORE

Hazards On The Bird Killing Floor

Researchers assess the hazards that birds are exposed to at slaughterhouses, finding ways that welfare could be improved as well as problems that are inherent to the process. READ MORE

Should Advocates Support Animal Abuse Registries?

Although animal abuse registries are gaining support among some advocates, others are raising concerns about their effectiveness and unintended consequences. READ MORE

Fish Welfare In Research

Researchers highlight the importance of fish welfare improvements within the animal research sector, and suggest some specific areas for potential changes. READ MORE

Looking Into Their Eyes: Using Facial Expressions To Gu...

Researchers review species-specific facial expression scales as an effective and non-invasive method for identifying welfare concerns in mammals. READ MORE

Animal agriculture lobbyists have pushed for "ag-gag" laws that limit what footage advocates can show from factory farms. Research finds just the presence of such laws may erode public trust. READ MORE

Ask The Horse: Animal Welfare Meets Interspecies Sustai...

The concept of interspecies sustainability ups the ante on the traditional view of animal welfare. It’s not our perspective of a good life, but the animal’s perspective, that counts. READ MORE

Crustacean Welfare: Scientific Issues

Legislators, the scientific community, and animal protection organizations have recently taken an increased interest in the welfare of crustaceans. In response, this study examines some scientific issues and studies related [...] READ MORE

Feather Damage As A Welfare Barometer

Feather damage is a serious problem for laying hens. A new study looks at how farmers can monitor it as a larger indicator of animal welfare. READ MORE

Why We Need Proper Ethical Guidelines On Animal Researc...

Hazards On The Bird Killing Floor

Should Advocates Support Animal Abuse Registries?

Fish Welfare In Research

Looking Into Their Eyes: Using Facial Expressions To Gu...

Ag-Gag Laws And Public Trust

Ask The Horse: Animal Welfare Meets Interspecies Sustai...

Crustacean Welfare: Scientific Issues

Feather Damage As A Welfare Barometer

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Why We Need Proper Ethical Guidelines On Animal Researc...

Hazards On The Bird Killing Floor

Should Advocates Support Animal Abuse Registries?

Fish Welfare In Research

Looking Into Their Eyes: Using Facial Expressions To Gu...

Ag-Gag Laws And Public Trust

Ask The Horse: Animal Welfare Meets Interspecies Sustai...

Crustacean Welfare: Scientific Issues

Feather Damage As A Welfare Barometer

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