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Attitudes

Aug 15 2025 | Aeneas Koosis

Geography Isn’t A Barrier To Farmed Animal Protection In The United States

A large-scale study finds that residents of high and low animal agriculture states share remarkably similar views on farmed animal welfare, suggesting advocates can use consistent approaches nationwide. READ MORE

Aug 14 2025 | Anne Bailey Kim

No Longer Livestock: The Changing Face Of Rescued Large Animal Medicine

As public attitudes shift and recognition of animal sentience deepens, veterinarians increasingly face ethical dilemmas. Providing care for a beloved 800-pound pig poses vastly different challenges than treating a family dog — but to their guardians, there’s often no difference. READ MORE

Aug 13 2025 | Kathrin Plaschnick and Hendrik Hassel

What Data Tells Us About The Hidden Struggles Of Animal Industry Investigators

An unprecedented study of animal industry investigators reveals systemic issues in how these vital members of the animal advocacy community are employed, valued, and supported. This blog from Reporters for Animals explores the findings. READ MORE

Aug 13 2025 | Judith Schmidt-Daniczek

Friend Or Foe? Human Tolerance For Wild Animals In Urban Spaces

With increasing urbanization, human-wild animal encounters are inevitable. People tolerate these interactions to different degrees, posing a challenge for wildlife conservation. READ MORE

Aug 12 2025 | Maria Schurr

Mind The Spineless: Invertebrate Welfare In Scientific Experiments

Invertebrates aren’t given the same level of ethical or regulatory oversight as vertebrates in research experiments. This moral blind spot threatens to weaken the public’s confidence in scientific research. READ MORE

Aug 8 2025 | Moaied Khaled

Why Aren’t Plant-Based Diets More Widespread?

Millions of people around the world say they want to eat more plant-based foods, but something is getting in their way. This report delves into the reasons why while also offering up reasons for hope. READ MORE

Aug 6 2025 | Nino O'shea-Nejad

How Instagram Influencers Spread Nutrition Misinformation

A few dozen high-profile Instagram accounts are misleading millions with anti-plant, pro-carnivore nutrition claims. READ MORE

Aug 5 2025 | Jessica Whiting

All Cows Feel Pain, But Not All Get Pain Relief

Despite clear evidence of pain, many farmed cows are denied pain relief for common on-farm procedures due to lingering misperceptions and practical limitations. READ MORE

Aug 4 2025 | Aeneas Koosis

Fish Resilience Is An Ethical Issue

Fishes can readily “bounce back” from challenges in their environment. While this resilience is often portrayed as beneficial for their welfare, its pursuit in aquaculture settings raises serious ethical concerns. READ MORE

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