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Mar 5 2026 | Jessica Ginocchio

Welfare Considerations For Lobsters Sold Live For Food

Aquarium conditions for lobsters in places like restaurants and supermarkets fail to take into account the animals’ needs. READ MORE

Feb 20 2026 | Holly Thackeray

Captivity Framed As Connection: Japan’s Exotic Animal Cafes

In Japan’s animal cafes, customers can experience the thrill of exotic species up close. But at what cost to animal welfare? READ MORE

Feb 16 2026 | Millie Morton

Behind Closed Doors: Animal Protection Investigations In India

Animal protection investigations expose widespread cruelty in India, but weak infrastructure limits what this evidence can achieve. This report explains why — and what needs to change. READ MORE

Feb 12 2026 | Anne Bailey Kim

What Really Happens When New Cats Join Multi-Cat Households

A Danish survey uncovers how guardians introduce new cats to established household cats, the behaviors cats show in the first month, and how age shapes the success of early cohabitation. READ MORE

Feb 11 2026 | Andrea Polanco

How Many Animals Are Used In Research? A Deep Look At The United States & Canada

In this resource, we explore trends in the number of animals used in research in the U.S. and Canada, based on data tracked by government and non-profit agencies for the past several decades. READ MORE

Feb 10 2026 | Meghann Cant

Minding Other Minds: Evidence For Cephalopod Sentience And Intelligence

Experts synthesize evidence of intelligence, emotion, and pain in cephalopods like octopuses, cuttlefishes, and squids, offering a scientific bedrock for animal advocates. READ MORE

Feb 3 2026 | Meghann Cant

Scientific Support For Ending Cages For Farmed Birds

A panel of scientific experts confirms that cages compromise the welfare of ducks, geese, and quails raised for food, supporting the call to ban these common housing systems across the European Union. READ MORE

Jan 29 2026 | Olivia Minguella

A Closer Look At The Global Ornamental Fish Trade

Little attention has been paid to the global ornamental fish trade, but the industry is rife with welfare issues — from long-distance transport to weak regulations. READ MORE

Jan 28 2026 | Andrea Polanco

Tactics In Practice: The Data Behind Humane Education

This deep dive explores the research on humane education — programs that teach the consequences of animal agriculture and/or respect for animals — examining how these initiatives influence dietary choices, shape attitudes toward animals, and inspire lasting compassionate action. READ MORE

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