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Public Acceptability Of Standard U.S. Animal Agriculture Practices - Faunalytics
A Faunalytics study reveals that a clear majority of the U.S. public finds standard animal agriculture practices for pigs, cows, and chickens to be unacceptable. Explore the details and their implicat...
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71–85% of the U.S. public finds standard factory farming practices unacceptable!
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
Although many guardians are well aware of the risks of extreme heat to their dogs, far fewer make changes to their daily routines when temperatures soar.
https://faunalytics.org/are-u-s-dog-guardians-ready-for-the-heat/
https://faunalytics.org/are-u-s-dog-guardians-ready-for-the-heat/
Are U.S. Dog Guardians Ready For The Heat? - Faunalytics
Although many guardians are well aware of the risks of extreme heat to their dogs, far fewer make changes to their daily routines when temperatures soar.
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November 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Although many guardians are well aware of the risks of extreme heat to their dogs, far fewer make changes to their daily routines when temperatures soar.
https://faunalytics.org/are-u-s-dog-guardians-ready-for-the-heat/
https://faunalytics.org/are-u-s-dog-guardians-ready-for-the-heat/
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November 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Support data-driven animal advocacy! 📊
You can now donate cryptocurrency to Faunalytics. Your contribution helps keep our research library and original studies free for advocates everywhere.
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You can now donate cryptocurrency to Faunalytics. Your contribution helps keep our research library and original studies free for advocates everywhere.
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Climate change affects animal welfare, but a literature review suggests that communication strategies may be overlooking this important angle.
https://faunalytics.org/is-animal-welfare-missing-from-conversations-about-climate-change/
https://faunalytics.org/is-animal-welfare-missing-from-conversations-about-climate-change/
Is Animal Welfare Missing From Conversations About Climate Change? - Faunalytics
Climate change affects animal welfare, but a literature review suggests that communication strategies may be overlooking this important angle.
faunalytics.org
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Climate change affects animal welfare, but a literature review suggests that communication strategies may be overlooking this important angle.
https://faunalytics.org/is-animal-welfare-missing-from-conversations-about-climate-change/
https://faunalytics.org/is-animal-welfare-missing-from-conversations-about-climate-change/
Canada’s environmental laws are inadequate and often exempt animal agriculture. This report proposes five key reforms for advocates to pursue:
https://faunalytics.org/laws-fail-to-prevent-animal-agricultures-environmental-harms/
https://faunalytics.org/laws-fail-to-prevent-animal-agricultures-environmental-harms/
Laws Fail To Prevent Animal Agriculture’s Environmental Harms - Faunalytics
Canada’s environmental laws are inadequate and often exempt animal agriculture. This report proposes five key reforms for advocates to pursue.
faunalytics.org
November 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Canada’s environmental laws are inadequate and often exempt animal agriculture. This report proposes five key reforms for advocates to pursue:
https://faunalytics.org/laws-fail-to-prevent-animal-agricultures-environmental-harms/
https://faunalytics.org/laws-fail-to-prevent-animal-agricultures-environmental-harms/
Researchers take a look at how social media shapes public attitudes towards wild animal interactions, and why it matters for animal welfare.
https://faunalytics.org/social-media-is-fuelling-harmful-wild-animal-tourism/
https://faunalytics.org/social-media-is-fuelling-harmful-wild-animal-tourism/
Social Media Is Fueling Harmful Wild Animal Tourism - Faunalytics
Researchers take a look at how social media shapes public attitudes towards wild animal interactions, and why it matters for animal welfare.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Researchers take a look at how social media shapes public attitudes towards wild animal interactions, and why it matters for animal welfare.
https://faunalytics.org/social-media-is-fuelling-harmful-wild-animal-tourism/
https://faunalytics.org/social-media-is-fuelling-harmful-wild-animal-tourism/
Viral videos can normalize unnatural interactions with large apex predators in captivity, such as big cats and crocodilians, misleading the public into believing they’re safe and ethical.
https://faunalytics.org/unnatural-interactions-social-media-influencers-and-apex-predators/
https://faunalytics.org/unnatural-interactions-social-media-influencers-and-apex-predators/
Unnatural Interactions: Social Media Influencers And Apex Predators - Faunalytics
Viral videos can normalize unnatural interactions with large apex predators in captivity, such as big cats and crocodilians, misleading the public into believing they’re safe and ethical.
faunalytics.org
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Viral videos can normalize unnatural interactions with large apex predators in captivity, such as big cats and crocodilians, misleading the public into believing they’re safe and ethical.
https://faunalytics.org/unnatural-interactions-social-media-influencers-and-apex-predators/
https://faunalytics.org/unnatural-interactions-social-media-influencers-and-apex-predators/
Turkeys are intelligent, social, and sensitive animals — yet more than 46 million are killed for Thanksgiving each year.
They love to sing along to music, and their head color changes based on their emotions. In industrial farms, these natural behaviors are stripped away.
They love to sing along to music, and their head color changes based on their emotions. In industrial farms, these natural behaviors are stripped away.
November 27, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Turkeys are intelligent, social, and sensitive animals — yet more than 46 million are killed for Thanksgiving each year.
They love to sing along to music, and their head color changes based on their emotions. In industrial farms, these natural behaviors are stripped away.
They love to sing along to music, and their head color changes based on their emotions. In industrial farms, these natural behaviors are stripped away.
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By: Aeneas Koosis on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
By: Aeneas Koosis on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
How Retailers Can Boost Plant-Based Food Sales
Retail strategies to boost plant-based food sales work differently depending on location.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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By: Aeneas Koosis on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
By: Aeneas Koosis on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
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By: Erika Kielsgard on Monday, November 24, 2025
By: Erika Kielsgard on Monday, November 24, 2025
A Review Of Restraints For Walking Your Dog
When it comes to walking your dog, which device is most comfortable for them? This review of existing research reveals that the best restraint likely depends on the individual dog.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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By: Erika Kielsgard on Monday, November 24, 2025
By: Erika Kielsgard on Monday, November 24, 2025
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Today, nearly half of all chicken eggs produced in the U.S. are cage-free. This marks a significant improvement to chicken welfare, but is it enough?
November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Today, nearly half of all chicken eggs produced in the U.S. are cage-free. This marks a significant improvement to chicken welfare, but is it enough?
71–85% of the U.S. public finds standard factory farming practices unacceptable!
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
Public Acceptability Of Standard U.S. Animal Agriculture Practices - Faunalytics
A Faunalytics study reveals that a clear majority of the U.S. public finds standard animal agriculture practices for pigs, cows, and chickens to be unacceptable. Explore the details and their implicat...
faunalytics.org
November 26, 2025 at 5:12 PM
71–85% of the U.S. public finds standard factory farming practices unacceptable!
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
Our new report provides the data needed to challenge industry norms in court, arguing these practices are not “commonly accepted” and should be illegal under state anti-cruelty laws.
faunalytics.org/public-accep...
We’ve spent five years providing free, 1:1 research support to animal advocates! Check out our new retrospective our Office Hours program's impact and learn how to book your own free session.
https://faunalytics.org/five-years-of-faunalytics-office-hours-feedback-from-advocates/
https://faunalytics.org/five-years-of-faunalytics-office-hours-feedback-from-advocates/
Five Years Of Faunalytics’ Office Hours: Feedback From Advocates - Faunalytics
In 2019, Faunalytics began holding Office Hours, providing one-on-one support for advocates and organizations. We’ve tracked our progress with this program for the past five years and we’re excited to share an update on how it’s been going, according to you.
faunalytics.org
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
We’ve spent five years providing free, 1:1 research support to animal advocates! Check out our new retrospective our Office Hours program's impact and learn how to book your own free session.
https://faunalytics.org/five-years-of-faunalytics-office-hours-feedback-from-advocates/
https://faunalytics.org/five-years-of-faunalytics-office-hours-feedback-from-advocates/
This report warns of a growing “doom loop”: factory farming worsens climate change, which in turn fuels extreme weather disasters that devastate farmed animals, human communities, and food systems.
https://faunalytics.org/factory-farming-fuels-a-climate-doom-loop/
https://faunalytics.org/factory-farming-fuels-a-climate-doom-loop/
Factory Farming Fuels A Climate “Doom Loop” - Faunalytics
Extreme weather is killing millions of farmed animals and destroying farms worldwide, creating a cycle of suffering and loss.
faunalytics.org
November 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM
This report warns of a growing “doom loop”: factory farming worsens climate change, which in turn fuels extreme weather disasters that devastate farmed animals, human communities, and food systems.
https://faunalytics.org/factory-farming-fuels-a-climate-doom-loop/
https://faunalytics.org/factory-farming-fuels-a-climate-doom-loop/
In this eye-opening report, researchers outline the key disparities faced by the country’s socially disadvantaged, women, and limited resource farmers.
https://faunalytics.org/a-look-at-underserved-farmers-in-the-united-states/
https://faunalytics.org/a-look-at-underserved-farmers-in-the-united-states/
A Look At Underserved Farmers In The United States - Faunalytics
In this eye-opening report, researchers outline the key disparities faced by the country’s socially disadvantaged, women, and limited resource farmers.
faunalytics.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In this eye-opening report, researchers outline the key disparities faced by the country’s socially disadvantaged, women, and limited resource farmers.
https://faunalytics.org/a-look-at-underserved-farmers-in-the-united-states/
https://faunalytics.org/a-look-at-underserved-farmers-in-the-united-states/
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Faunalytics survey shows bipartisan support for humane farming:
✔ 60% would vote for candidates pushing stronger animal welfare rules
✖ Factory farm expansion & subsidies are unpopular
#AnimalWelfare #FoodJustice #Policy
✔ 60% would vote for candidates pushing stronger animal welfare rules
✖ Factory farm expansion & subsidies are unpopular
#AnimalWelfare #FoodJustice #Policy
Survey finds bipartisan support for stronger animal welfare policies
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November 22, 2025 at 1:58 AM
Faunalytics survey shows bipartisan support for humane farming:
✔ 60% would vote for candidates pushing stronger animal welfare rules
✖ Factory farm expansion & subsidies are unpopular
#AnimalWelfare #FoodJustice #Policy
✔ 60% would vote for candidates pushing stronger animal welfare rules
✖ Factory farm expansion & subsidies are unpopular
#AnimalWelfare #FoodJustice #Policy
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November 24, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Want to see real, lasting change for animals? Become a Faunalytics monthly donor and join the DataBASE! Your stable, ongoing support lets us consistently provide the free research and resources that empower advocates globally.
https://faunalytics.org/monthly-donation/
https://faunalytics.org/monthly-donation/
Reliance on animal testing in medical research is decreasing as non-animal methods are on the rise, but usage varies by research area and country.
https://faunalytics.org/trends-in-the-use-of-animal-testing-alternatives/
https://faunalytics.org/trends-in-the-use-of-animal-testing-alternatives/
Trends In The Use Of Animal Testing Alternatives - Faunalytics
Reliance on animal testing in medical research is decreasing as non-animal methods are on the rise, but usage varies by research area and country.
faunalytics.org
November 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Reliance on animal testing in medical research is decreasing as non-animal methods are on the rise, but usage varies by research area and country.
https://faunalytics.org/trends-in-the-use-of-animal-testing-alternatives/
https://faunalytics.org/trends-in-the-use-of-animal-testing-alternatives/
A report compiles hundreds of welfare violations from U.S. laboratories, providing evidence of widespread animal suffering and a lack of accountability.
https://faunalytics.org/audit-reveals-widespread-animal-suffering-in-u-s-labs/
https://faunalytics.org/audit-reveals-widespread-animal-suffering-in-u-s-labs/
Audit Reveals Widespread Animal Suffering In U.S. Labs - Faunalytics
A report compiles hundreds of welfare violations from U.S. laboratories, providing evidence of widespread animal suffering and a lack of accountability.
faunalytics.org
November 24, 2025 at 1:35 PM
A report compiles hundreds of welfare violations from U.S. laboratories, providing evidence of widespread animal suffering and a lack of accountability.
https://faunalytics.org/audit-reveals-widespread-animal-suffering-in-u-s-labs/
https://faunalytics.org/audit-reveals-widespread-animal-suffering-in-u-s-labs/
Should we simply assume that all animals can feel pain and are of moral concern? Or is that taking things too far?
https://aeon.co/essays/an-ant-is-drowning-heres-how-to-decide-if-you-should-save-it
https://aeon.co/essays/an-ant-is-drowning-heres-how-to-decide-if-you-should-save-it
An ant is drowning: here’s how to decide if you should save it | Aeon Essays
Should we simply assume that all animals can feel pain and are of moral concern? Or is that taking things too far?
aeon.co
November 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Should we simply assume that all animals can feel pain and are of moral concern? Or is that taking things too far?
https://aeon.co/essays/an-ant-is-drowning-heres-how-to-decide-if-you-should-save-it
https://aeon.co/essays/an-ant-is-drowning-heres-how-to-decide-if-you-should-save-it
Join Faunalytics for our Virtual Town Hall on December 8th! Register now to connect with our team and get an inside look at the future of Faunalytics:
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November 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Join Faunalytics for our Virtual Town Hall on December 8th! Register now to connect with our team and get an inside look at the future of Faunalytics:
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A new tool for measuring the economic value of farm animal welfare improvements has been developed. Researchers from the University of Reading said it could transform how supermarkets, shoppers and the government evaluate animal welfare policies.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn09xxpwwgxo
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn09xxpwwgxo
Study suggests shoppers would pay more for welfare meat
University of Reading researchers say it could change how animal welfare policies are evaluated.
www.bbc.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A new tool for measuring the economic value of farm animal welfare improvements has been developed. Researchers from the University of Reading said it could transform how supermarkets, shoppers and the government evaluate animal welfare policies.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn09xxpwwgxo
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn09xxpwwgxo
Despite numerous laws to protect farmed animals, inspection and enforcement rates remain low across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
https://faunalytics.org/enforcing-u-k-laws-to-protect-farmed-animals-still-a-problem/
https://faunalytics.org/enforcing-u-k-laws-to-protect-farmed-animals-still-a-problem/
Enforcing U.K. Laws To Protect Farmed Animals: Still A Problem - Faunalytics
Despite numerous laws to protect farmed animals, inspection and enforcement rates remain low across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
faunalytics.org
November 21, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Despite numerous laws to protect farmed animals, inspection and enforcement rates remain low across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
https://faunalytics.org/enforcing-u-k-laws-to-protect-farmed-animals-still-a-problem/
https://faunalytics.org/enforcing-u-k-laws-to-protect-farmed-animals-still-a-problem/
A survey asked U.S. residents about their support for different farmed animal welfare policies, and found that vegans prefer political mandates over market-based approaches.
https://faunalytics.org/dietary-choices-and-farmed-animal-welfare-policy-preferences/
https://faunalytics.org/dietary-choices-and-farmed-animal-welfare-policy-preferences/
Dietary Choices And Farmed Animal Welfare Policy Preferences - Faunalytics
A survey asked U.S. residents about their support for different farmed animal welfare policies, and found that vegans prefer political mandates over market-based approaches.
faunalytics.org
November 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
A survey asked U.S. residents about their support for different farmed animal welfare policies, and found that vegans prefer political mandates over market-based approaches.
https://faunalytics.org/dietary-choices-and-farmed-animal-welfare-policy-preferences/
https://faunalytics.org/dietary-choices-and-farmed-animal-welfare-policy-preferences/
For more than 20 years, Faunalytics has been the research arm of the animal advocacy movement. We hope that you turn to us when you’re looking for a statistic, the best way to tackle an advocacy problem, or advice about research!
https://faunalytics.org/ask-us/
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Virtual Office Hours - Faunalytics
Faunalytics' team of specialists are here to answer your questions about how to make your advocacy as effective as possible.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
For more than 20 years, Faunalytics has been the research arm of the animal advocacy movement. We hope that you turn to us when you’re looking for a statistic, the best way to tackle an advocacy problem, or advice about research!
https://faunalytics.org/ask-us/
https://faunalytics.org/ask-us/
Caviar is marketed as a luxury food, but for the sturgeons who produce it, life is anything but glamorous:
https://faunalytics.org/dying-for-a-canape-the-hidden-suffering-behind-caviar/
https://faunalytics.org/dying-for-a-canape-the-hidden-suffering-behind-caviar/
Dying For A Canapé: The Hidden Suffering Behind Caviar - Faunalytics
Caviar is marketed as a luxury food, but for the sturgeons who produce it, life is anything but glamorous. Whether harvested through traditional or so-called ethical methods, both systems involve serious suffering that challenges the notion of cruelty-free caviar.
faunalytics.org
November 20, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Caviar is marketed as a luxury food, but for the sturgeons who produce it, life is anything but glamorous:
https://faunalytics.org/dying-for-a-canape-the-hidden-suffering-behind-caviar/
https://faunalytics.org/dying-for-a-canape-the-hidden-suffering-behind-caviar/