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Aug 19 2015 | karol orzechowski

Public Support of Vivisection is On A Case By Case Basis

Surveys show that public support for vivisection varies based on factors such as the species used and the type of experiment. More work is needed to understand why. READ MORE

Aug 12 2015 | karol orzechowski

The Political Push and Pull of Animal Cruelty Laws: A Case Study from Canada

Canadian laws on animal cruelty haven't been significantly amended for many years because of a political tug of war that happens subtly and behind the headlines. READ MORE

Jul 27 2015 | karol orzechowski

Using Animals For Infection Studies: Is it Ever Justified?

Even some scientists on the "pro" side of the animal experimentation debate recognize the ethical dilemmas with animal experiments and qualify their opinions very carefully, especially in relation to studies examining infections. READ MORE

Jul 21 2015 | karol orzechowski

Animals Used in Research – 2014 USDA Report

Animal use in experiments in the U.S. is down 6% from last year, to 834,453 - the lowest number on record. READ MORE

Jul 12 2015 | Faunalytics

Finding Common Ground for Animals

If we all hope to make a significant impact, the animal advocacy movement should be promoted by and integrated into environmental and social justice causes. READ MORE

Jul 10 2015 | karol orzechowski

After the Ride is Over: Evaluating the Welfare of Carriage Horses

This study assessed the welfare of carriage horses by looking at physical measures and concluded that most carriage horses have more or less adapted to their work. READ MORE

Jul 9 2015 | karol orzechowski

Zoos Face a Crisis of Conscience

With zoos facing increased pressure to justify their existence, their new challenge may be to help wild animals that are living free. READ MORE

Jul 5 2015 | karol orzechowski

Understanding Animal Cruelty: The Dark Triad

Younger male respondents who report committing acts of animal cruelty rate higher in narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy (the 'Dark Triad.') READ MORE

Jun 29 2015 | karol orzechowski

Caught in the Gears: The Dangers of Slaughterhouse Work

Abattoir workers, often immigrants and other marginalized people, face a host of difficulties that can make their jobs difficult... and sometimes deadly. READ MORE

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