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Jun 8 2026 | Olivia Minguella

Ethical Beliefs Shape How People Train Their Dogs

A study of 500 U.S. dog guardians explores how ethical beliefs about animals influence training methods, showing that human-centered views are linked to punishment while welfare-focused views favor gentler approaches. READ MORE

Jun 5 2026 | Alyssa Hanes

Animal Ethical Mourning: Why Animal Grief Is Disenfranchised

When people mourn the loss of an animal, their grief often goes unrecognized and unsupported — even more so when those animals live on factory farms or in the wild. READ MORE

Jun 4 2026 | Josh DesMarais

Are Consumers Willing To Give Up Animal Welfare Regulations?

Several U.S. states have banned cages for egg-laying chickens. How much would consumers have to save to be willing to reverse this policy? READ MORE

Jun 1 2026 | Meghann Cant

How Dark Humor Normalizes Cruelty To Possums In New Zealand Media

New Zealand’s online news media consistently frames brushtail possums as villains deserving violence — and wraps that message in humor. An analysis reveals how this combination desensitizes the public and forecloses compassion. READ MORE

May 28 2026 | Meghann Cant

Where The United Arab Emirates Stands On Protecting Farmed Animals

A survey of adults in the United Arab Emirates finds strong public support for farmed animal welfare laws and advocacy groups, even as most people eat predominantly animal-based diets. READ MORE

May 25 2026 | Mona Zahir

Understanding The Cultural Context Of Vegetarianism In China

Unlike Western contexts, where it’s often a personal identity or political statement, vegetarianism in China is a practical diet motivated by the pursuit of healthy, affordable, and spiritually nourishing food. 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

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 5 2026 | Mia Elliott

What Tourists Will (And Won’t) Pay For Whale Watching

A study of blue whale watchers in Mexico finds that boat crowding more than whale numbers shapes what tourists are willing to pay, with implications for animal welfare, local economies, and conservation. READ MORE

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