Reporting, analysis and practical guides on Animal Rights. Part of Humane Foundation's coverage of plant-based living, animal welfare, climate and sustainability across 22 languages.
How taxpayer funds and political lobbying sustain greyhound racing in Nigeria, and what this means for animal welfare advocates
By Chidi Okonkwo · 4 min read
A transparency breakdown of welfare labels for calf separation and veal production, tailored for consumers over 60 seeking supply-chain accountability.
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New data reveals how stocking densities in global aquaculture vary by region and why local fish welfare standards often lag behind industrial claims.
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A five-year retrospective reveals how corporate pledges against electric water-bath stunning fall short in mitigating animal suffering in poultry slaughter.
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For climate-conscious consumers, understanding the hidden cruelty faced by spent hens is crucial for making ethical and sustainable food choices.
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Beak trimming policy reform focuses on phasing out this painful procedure in poultry farming by advocating for improved husbandry, genetic selection, and enriched environments.
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Wildlife 'petting' tourism, despite links to cultural or religious traditions, often masks animal exploitation and undermines conservation efforts, demanding ethical scrutiny.
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Our scorecard evaluates major food brands on their broiler stocking density practices, especially in resource-scarce, drought-prone regions, revealing critical gaps in corporate accountability.
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Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs for community cats in the Andean context present unique logistical and cultural challenges, requiring tailored, community-led strategies.
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Across Europe, bullfighting bans reflect evolving ethical standards concerning animal cruelty, public safety, and cultural heritage debates.
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Beyond simple welfare, the compelling arguments for animal rights challenge our deepest assumptions about consciousness, justice, and humanity's relationship with other species on this planet.
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New scientific consensus and landmark legislation are forcing a moral reckoning with how we treat crabs, octopuses, and lobsters, challenging our long-held definitions of sentience.
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