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Jan 14 2019 | Lukas Jasiunas

Wild Boars Wash Their Food: Implications for Pig Ethology

Researchers find proof that wild boars in Europe wash certain foods deliberately, and can discern clean and dirty food items. READ MORE

Aug 13 2018 | Faunalytics

Guinea Pig Welfare During Animal-Assisted Therapy

The "possibility of retreat" is vital in reducing stress for guinea pigs, and should be provided during animal-assisted therapy when guinea pigs are involved. READ MORE

May 15 2017 | Faunalytics

European Companion Animal Welfare – Past, Present, And Future

Charting the history and evolution of companion animal welfare law in Europe, a new research paper gives hope and a roadmap for the future. READ MORE

Sep 20 2016 | Faunalytics

The Prevalence Of Mastitis In Dairy Cows

Subclinical mastitis is present in over 20% of dairy cows. How can this help advocates campaigning against factory farms? READ MORE

Oct 10 2015 | karol orzechowski

Majority of Swedes Oppose Fur Farming

This survey shows that 87% of women and 69% of men in Sweden oppose mink farming. Younger respondents were also more likely to be against the practice. READ MORE

Jul 14 2015 | karol orzechowski

The Psychology of ‘Sustainable’ Food Choices

If we want consumers to make more "sustainable" food choices, we need to let people know what's in it for them too. READ MORE

Apr 16 2015 | karol orzechowski

The Importance Of Sentience In Animal Legislation

The article argues animals are sentient and advocates should get countries to include sentience as an aspect of animal rights and laws. READ MORE