Reading Time: 3minutes Horse slaughter is a fraught issue right now in the Canadian livestock sphere. The author writes that, while it has a role, traceability, transparency and humane handling must be in play. The post Canada’s slaughter horse industry lacks transparency appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Columns Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Most adults say they care deeply about animals. Yet, many continue to consume meat regularly — a contradiction known as the meat paradox. Interestingly, this paradox doesn’t emerge overnight. It begins to take shape during adolescence, a critical developmental stage when moral values, social norms, and personal identity start to collide. Recent research from the UK sheds light on how adolescents, compared to adults, may … The post Why Adolescents May Be More Speciesist Than Adults appea...| Wise & Shine
Jane Goodall, one of the world’s most revered conservationists, passed away at the age of 91 on October 1, 2025. According to a Facebook post by the Jane Goodall Institute, she “died peacefully in her sleep” in Los Angeles, California, while she was on her speaking tour in the United States. Goodall rose to prominence| POP!
Horse slaughter is a fraught issue right now in the Canadian livestock sphere. The author writes that, while it has a role, traceability, transparency and humane handling must be in play. The post Canada’s slaughter horse industry lacks transparency appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorOp/Ed & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
Veterinary professionals recognize the significance of antibody titer testing in managing puppy immunization. This approach helps ensure effective vaccination while minimizing unnecessary shots for adult dogs. By evaluating antibody levels, veterinarians can confirm immunity against diseases like canine parvovirus (CPV-2), canine distemper virus (CDV), and canine adenovirus (CAV-1 and/or -2). This practice not only enhances […] The post Optimizing Puppy Immunization: The Role of Antibody Ti...| IVC Journal
Francine—the Internet-famous "Lowe’s cat" that has lived for eight years at a store in Richmond, Virginia—has endured quite an ordeal over the past few weeks. After going missing in mid-September, the unofficial mascot went viral as volunteers began their exhaustive quest to bring her home. Luckily, the story has a happy ending, but getting to that point was a legitimate roller-coaster ride. Let’s start at the beginning. According to the Lowe’s corporate site, a cat wandered into th...| GOOD
Jane Goodall, the pioneering primatologist and animal advocate, shared many wise words throughout her 91 years—right up to the end, when she passed away of natural causes on October 1, during a speaking tour of the U.S. If you’re looking for a tribute to the late researcher, you can find countless options in YouTube clips, written interviews, and statements from her peers. But one of Goodall’s most haunting messages comes from a chat with the Museum of Science, explaining the "most impo...| GOOD
Dr Carra chats to Dr Skylar Duck, DVM, about informed pet parenting. Gain advice & tips for setting yourself & your pet up for a lifetime of thriving together.| Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital
AI can create beautiful wildlife images, but it doesn’t understand welfare. Learn how AI-generated fakes normalise animal suffering and what you can do to help.| Wild Welfare
"A cluster of fatal horse injuries at Woodbine raises questions about the future of the sport."| Longreads
The East Coast CUDDLY Rescue Rover has made its way to Queens, working with NYCSCR to transport high risk animals in crowded shelters throughout NYC to their new rescue center in Long Island City.| QNS
Children have been told for decades not to trust everything they see on a screen; adults today, farmers included, should remember that lesson in their newly online worlds. The post Guarding against misinformation: Do you believe in house hippos? appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorOp/Ed & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
Diane Mac Intosh from Healthy Hound SA, lifts the lid on her one-of-a-kind career using specially trained detection dogs for pet search and rescue.| Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital
From echidnas solving problems to magpies recognising humans, bees enjoying sugar and octopuses avoiding pain and building communities, science is uncovering a truth we can no longer ignore: Australian native animals are sentient beings, and protecting them has never been more urgent.| Wildlife Queensland
Wild Welfare is celebrating the success of the Association of Animal Artists (AAA) annual online art auction, which raised an outstanding £3,595 in August. This remarkable fundraiser was made possible through the generous donation of almost 100 original pieces of art provided by the talented association members. The popular online auction attracted hundreds of bids... Read More| Wild Welfare
Did you know that male lions do not actually lead the pride? Discover more common misconceptions about lions and their welfare in this latest guest blog.| Wild Welfare
We’re now starting to issue grant funding agreements (GFAs) to successful applicants under the productivity and slurry themes. If your application is successful, you will soon receive an email with your GFA.| Farming
When moving cattle, the safety of handlers and their animals boils down to three things: the cattle, the handling system and team behaviour.| The Western Producer
Research shows a rest stop during lengthy transport provided no clear or consistent benefits for the health or welfare of feeder calves.| The Western Producer
Young horse training plans and workloads must match their skeletal development. Failing to plan around growth plates can create lifelong physical problems.| The Western Producer
As students walk around campus on their first week back in classes, the hustling and bustling can take away from the many day-to-day moments around campus.| The Queen's Journal
The post Impact Made From an Animal Welfare Internship in Costa Rica appeared first on Roots Interns.| Roots Interns
Global animal welfare charity, Wild Welfare has proudly supported UK Animal Care Technicians (UKACT), an association working to improve animal welfare and husbandry practices within British educational institutions. What began as a simple Facebook group in 2019 to address a gap within the academic animal care sector has now grown into a professional organisation boasting... Read More| Wild Welfare
After a 30 hour journey into the heart of Sabah, Borneo, the team at internationally renowned charity, Wild Welfare linked up with staff from Lok Kawi Wildlife Park to continue work to help positively impact the lives of their animals. During their latest visit, Director Simon Marsh and Animal Welfare Field Manager, Sarah Bonser-Blake closely... Read More| Wild Welfare
Bridging Bytes and Behaviours: We explore the role of technology in zoo animal welfare through a workshop at NTU with Prof. Samantha Ward.| Wild Welfare
Sueda introduces Animetrics and shares findings on Muslim consumers' perceptions of halal food production.| PHAIR Society
The RWAF doesn’t support the use of rabbits in schools or therapeutic environments, including short-term visits or animal-assisted therapy.| Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF)
Ovotransferrin in veterinary medicine offers antimicrobial properties and health benefits, making it essential for veterinary professionals.| IVC Journal
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Public attention has shifted away from selenium management, but the trace mineral still an important health factor for horses to get in their diet.| Manitoba Co-operator
Guest Blogger, David Kleven, President of AnimalCare Software. Introduction In the ever-evolving conversation around animal welfare—particularly for wild animals in human care—technology has the power to be a unifying force: bringing clarity, continuity, and collaboration to the people on the front lines of animal care. That’s the foundation behind AnimalCare Software (ACS), a platform designed... Read More| Wild Welfare
The Association of Animal Artists have launched their biggest ever charity auction in aid of animal welfare charity, Wild Welfare. Place your bids today!| Wild Welfare
A growing number of thinkers say factory farming can help save the planet. Are they right?| Vox
Final amendments to Canada's pullet and laying hen code of practice have been published, the National Farm Animal Care Council and Egg Farmers of Canada announced on Thursday.| Farmtario
Dr Carra chats to Israel Spruch founder of Crocoholics Conservation Centre who's redefining what it means to care for reptiles and big cats.| Hillcrest Veterinary Hospital
Chicken has been America’s favorite protein since 1992, but why? We surveyed 2,000+ Americans to find out! See why chicken consumption keeps gaining momentum.| Chicken Check In
Toyohashi Zoo and Botanical Park recently hosted the Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) Annual Conference, welcoming hundreds of delegates and becoming a vibrant hub of activity and collaboration. The high-profile event featured an impressive lineup of guest speakers from internationally renowned organisations, Wild Welfare, Species360, and the World Association of Zoos and Aquaria... Read More| Wild Welfare
Wild Welfare partners with The Civet Project to fight civet coffee exploitation and boost animal welfare in Southeast Asia. Read all about this new alliance!| Wild Welfare
by NALC Senior Staff Attorney Elizabeth Rumley| National Agricultural Law Center
"Most Gen Z-ers don’t have ideological barriers to protecting animals or the climate"| vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
From today, farmers in England can get a funded vet visit for each of their herds or flocks of the same species. This helps those with multiple groups of cattle, pigs or sheep to access tailored animal health and welfare support across their business.| defrafarming.blog.gov.uk
We are sharing this research on behalf of Dr Lauren Hunnisett, BVetMed, MRCVS. Please click on the link to read more or take part.| Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF)
Another book-club purchase by the look of it, this is from 1990 and at first sight looks like just another publication for a celebrity-biased readership. But it is for the most part much better than that. It states that the Living Without Cruelty Campaign including the annual exhibition in London is (was) run nationally by … Continue reading "Cruelty-Free"| Warwick Vegan
In contrast to an article on gender politics being the lead article in the Spring 1993 edition of the Vegan Society’s magazine, the Spring 1993 edition of the Vegetarian Society’s quarterly VQ magazine had a lead story about Genetic Engineering. This was written by Jane Brophy, its dietitian at the time and opens with a … Continue reading "Genetic Engineering"| Warwick Vegan
Colorado has an interest ballot issue for the next election. It is supposedly designed to “Protect animals for unnecessary suffering and exploitation”. Specifically, it involves revisions to statutes 18-9-201 (amending sections (2), (2.9), and (5), and adds section (3.5)) and revisions to 18-2-202 (adding section 1.9). 16OriginalFinal.pdf (state.co.us) Statute 18-9-201: Definitions Section 2 revisions include … Continue reading "Colorado Ballot issue: Slaughter age for poultry and other...| Small and backyard poultry
Introducing SADs, an improved animal welfare measurement tool (work-in-progress)| CE
AIM’s Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program has now launched more than 40 charities since it started in 2019. This article...| CE
We are thrilled to introduce nine new charities launched through our February-March 2024 Incubation Program.| CE
In this post, we announce our top four charity ideas to launch in February 2024. They are the results of months of work by our research team| CE
[PROLOGUE – EVERYBODY WANTS A ROCK][PART I – THERMOSTAT][PART II – MOTIVATION][PART III – PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES][PART IV – LEARNING][PART V – DEPRESSION AND OTHER DIAGNOSES][PART V…| SLIME MOLD TIME MOLD
08 August 2023 The Honourable Dr Susan Close MP, Deputy Premier and Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, South Australia The Honourable Claire Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries a…| ConservationBytes.com
The wire used in this type of toy is dangerous. It can get wrapped around a limb, like a snare, and its sharp ends can damage sensitive areas| Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF)
Wild Welfare US launches a new website, a major milestone in working for better animal welfare globally. Find resources, learn about projects & support us today| Wild Welfare
The Benefits of Dog Adoption and How GIDEA Supports the Cause In the vast, interconnected web of life, there exists a silent, yet profound bond between humans and dogs. A bond that transcends the mundane, reaching into the realm of the extraordinary. This bond is not born out of business transactions, but out of mutual […]| Insbrok
Spain will soon be implementing its new “Ley de Bienestar Animal” (BOE-A-2023-7936) or “Animal Welfare Law” in English. This piece of legislation seeks to protect the welfare of animals, whether it be domestic pets or wild animals. Here is what it entails – and what it might mean for you: Mandatory Training Course There are […]| Insbrok
Viverrid welfare takes centre stage at the first-of-its-kind Civet conference in the UK.| Wild Welfare
Vietnam zoo workshop enhances animal welfare practices with 40+ delegates learning enrichment, behaviour & welfare principles. See how we’re improving animals..| Wild Welfare
Learn best practices for growing and managing replacement gilts including nutrition and care to have healthy productive sows.| Zinpro®
A viral video of sheep sprinting through Bushwick has residents questioning the source of the escape and reigniting the conversation about live poultry markets in the neighborhood.| Bushwick Daily
Does cultivated meat have the potential to reduce the impact of traditional meat production on the environment, workers, and animals?| Cultivated X
Swell Posters for a Good Cause: Limited Edition, Signed Photo Posters! In an effort to raise funds for my non-profit here in the South Pacific, A Ti’a Matairea, I’ve printed & signe…| Swell Voyage
As consumers, we hope that the animals that provide our meat, milk, eggs, etc. are well cared-for and are kept in good welfare conditions. But what does this really mean in practice? This is the second of a pair of episodes that explore different aspects of farm animal welfare. In this episode, Naturally Speaking’s Taya […]| Naturally Speaking
Have you ever wondered what animal internet would look like? In this episode, Naturally Speaking’s Mohammad Saiful Islam Sajib and Taya Forde interview Dr. Ilyena Hirskyj-Douglas, a Lecturer in the School of Computing Science, and an associate at IBAHCM. Here, they talk about Ilyena’s work on Animal Connected Interfaces and how technology can play an […]| Naturally Speaking
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Killing them softly The welfare of farm animals is an issue very much in the public eye. While we often think about welfare in terms of animals’ quality of life, a less-considered aspect is the quality of death. In this episode, University of Glasgow researcher Dr Dorothy McKeegan tells us about her research in this […]| Naturally Speaking
Discover how the Zinpro® Perfect Carcass® tool improves poultry welfare and sustainability by enhancing carcass quality and reducing waste| Zinpro®
Learn more about Global Animal Partnership's tiered farmed Atlantic salmon welfare standard and the requirements for certification.| Global Animal Partnership
The popular online Animal Welfare Learning Programme ‘Wild About Welfare’ has now been refreshed and relaunched in English.| Wild Welfare
A series of haikus by James Garnham that highlights that much of what the racehorse sector would like us to believe is not true.| Horses and People
Plant-based diets promote human health, combat climate change, and foster a more sustainable food system, highlights Eric Lambin, a member of the European| vegconomist - the vegan business magazine
My speech as Vice-President at the Conference on Foresight and Better Law-Making on the topic of ‘Legislating for Future Generations: Trends and Challenges in Impact Assessment and Anticipatory Policy-Making’.| Marc Angel
Toe tip necrosis syndrome is a hind-limb lameness of feedlot cattle that develops days to weeks after arrival at the feedlot. This disease is also known| Canadian Cattlemen
My husband and I are life long dog lovers. We have always had dogs in our home, except for the gap of about three years after our boys graduated high school. Then, when Covid struck, our youngest son was sent home to wait out the pandemic. At the time, we were living in a remote area in northern Ida| PlanHero
(Trigger warning: descriptions of severe animal injury.) Today a squirrel was hit by a car a few feet away from me while I was walking down the side walk.| Christopher Olah's Blog
The dangers of fake perfumes, their impact on skin health, animal welfare, and the benefits of choosing authentic, cruelty-free fragrances| The Fantasia
(Desliza hacia abajo para el texto en español) Earlier this week Empty the Tanks received some exclusive video from an anonymous source. The video shows three different dates of drone footage over Dolphinaris Riviera Maya, Mexico. -December 12, 2018, the video shows a total of 16 dolphins swimming around the tanks. -January 27, 2019, the...| Empty The Tanks
By Rachel Carbary, Executive Director, Empty the Tanks On September 25, 2018 the Orange Beach City Council held a public meeting to discuss the new development plans for the “Bama Bayou” property. The Presidium Group, a Texas investment company, purchased the dilapidated property earlier this year and has big plans for the space. Alabama media...| Empty The Tanks
By Ashley Lenton, Empty the Tanks Dolphin Discovery, una compañía con sede en México, compró una segunda locación para tener delfines en los Estados Unidos. Son la industria de delfinarios más grande del mundo. Desde su apertura en 1994, han adquirido y abierto 24 instalaciones para delfines. Sus ubicaciones incluyen: 9 ubicaciones en México 9...| Empty The Tanks
By Ashley Lenton, Empty the Tanks Dolphin Discovery, a Mexico based company has purchased a second dolphin attraction in the United States. They are the largest dolphinarium business in the world. Since their opening in 1994, they have either acquired or opened 24 dolphin facilities. Their locations include: 9 locations in Mexico 9 locations on Caribbean Islands 3 locations...| Empty The Tanks
This captivating interview explores the cost of selectively severing our empathy, drawing parallels between our treatment of animals & psychopathy.| Bite Size Vegan
How can highly intelligent people justify eating animals again after being vegan? Find out how smart people can think their way out of veganism.| Bite Size Vegan