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Aug 20 2015 | karol orzechowski

Training Guide Dogs is Hard Work, and Volunteers May Need Help

Raising guide dogs is hard, emotional work, and volunteers should be helped through the process to avoid burnout, for their benefit and that of the dogs. READ MORE

Aug 17 2015 | karol orzechowski

Teen Vegans Get By With A Little Help From Their Friends (and Subculture)

This research finds that supportive friend networks and punk rock culture can be major factors to help young people become vegan and maintain the diet. READ MORE

Aug 8 2015 | karol orzechowski

Treating “Feline Inappropriate Elimination” Before The Problem Becomes Critical

This article sums up the various ways to identify and address feline inappropriate elimination, which can prevent cats from being relinquished to shelters. READ MORE

Aug 7 2015 | karol orzechowski

From Refuge to Freedom: The Evolving Meaning of Farm Sanctuaries

This paper suggests that we should shift our view of rescued farmed animals in sanctuaries to take into account their real desires and offer greater freedom. READ MORE

Aug 6 2015 | karol orzechowski

Veg Diets Popular Among Lower Income Populations, Students in the U.S.

This poll found that in the U.S., among 8 million people are vegetarian, and that veg diets are most popular with households that make less than $50k/year. READ MORE

Aug 5 2015 | karol orzechowski

Putting an End to Rabies Vaccine Potency Tests on Animals

A survey of rabies experts shows that vaccine testing on animals is expensive, not scientifically relevant, and has serious animal welfare concerns. READ MORE

Aug 1 2015 | karol orzechowski

Hearing or Vision Impaired Dogs Do Just as Well as ‘Normal’ Counterparts

This study shows that, while some behaviors are different, hearing or vision impaired dogs make great companions and are as trainable as "normal" dogs. READ MORE

Jul 31 2015 | Faunalytics

Study of Current and Former Vegetarians and Vegans: Qualitative Findings

Lapsing vegetarians and vegans need better information about health and food choices, as well as more social support, to stick to their ethical diets. READ MORE