Breeding Archives - Page 13 of 18

Dec 19 2013 | Faunalytics

Sexualized Violence and the Gendered Commodification of the Animal Body in Pacific Northwest US Dairy Production

This article examines the treatment of female and male cows in the U.S. dairy industry, finding that they are subjected to routine forms of sexualized violence in everyday agricultural practice, perpetuated by the commodification of their productive and reproductive capacities. READ MORE

Nov 25 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Best Friends’ Inaugural Pet Adoption Survey

This study by Best Friends Animal Society explores awareness and attitudes in the U.S. about companion animal adoption and animals in shelters, revealing overall positive attitudes and a number of interesting misconceptions. READ MORE

Nov 18 2013 | Kathryn Asher

A Test of the ‘Genetic Rescue’ Technique Using Bottlenecked Donor Populations of Drosophila Melanogaster

This study used flies to study whether the inbred offspring of one population could later mate with the inbred offspring of another population and reintroduce genetic variation, with an eye toward strategies for endangered species recovery. READ MORE

Oct 24 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Longevity and Mortality of Owned Dogs in England

Analysis of veterinary records in the UK indicating that crossbreed dogs had significantly greater median longevity than purebred dogs, independent of bodyweight, suggesting that “hybrid vigor” affects longevity in dogs. READ MORE

Aug 20 2013 | Faunalytics

A Rabbit, is a Rabbit, is a Rabbit… not Under the Law

The author explains the implications of rabbits' variable status under U.S. law based on how they are used. READ MORE

Aug 9 2013 | Faunalytics

Animal Tracker – Year 6

Knowledge of animals other than companions is limited and perceived impact of animal advocates is modest, but most people believe it is important to protect all animals. READ MORE

Jul 18 2013 | Faunalytics

Comparison Of Visual And DNA Breed Identification Of Dogs

Although the most common method, visually identifying dog breeds often does not match up with their actual DNA identification. READ MORE

Mar 29 2013 | Faunalytics

Early Animal Hoarders: Are These Pets Adequately Looked After

"Pre-hoarding" companion animal guardians tend to be older, have relationship with anxiety and hoarding, and are at risk of turning into clinical animal hoarders. READ MORE

Mar 12 2013 | Faunalytics

Effects Of Characteristics On Length Of Stay Of Dogs At No Kill Animal Shelters

In two no kill shelters, sex and coat color did not influence length of stay but “fighting breeds” had a shorter length than other breeds. READ MORE

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