Compassion fatigue in animal welfare
“The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water without getting wet.” — R.N.Remen If you've ever gone into a shelter to adopt a dog, you might have...
Compassion fatigue in animal welfare
“The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water...
A sprinkle of good news from the natural world!
Friends we all know how gloomy it can be out there. Wealthy people alter our night sky, transgender people are having their hard-won rights...
Scientists finally agree: Animals Feel More Than We Ever Acknowledged
Many of us with close animal companions have actively witnessed the layers of emotion they show us, but for decades, science largely ignored or...
When Rats Become Optimists: A Window into Animal Emotional Worlds
Imagine a world where your entire environment never changes—the same walls, the same view, the same routine, day after day. For many animals living...
Holiday snaps: How your animal selfie could be causing harm
There's no denying the appeal of a holiday snap featuring a playful monkey sitting on your shoulder or a gorgeous tiger cub falling asleep in your...
What to look out for in an ethical animal sanctuary
Spending time with wild and exotic animals is certainly appealing to locals and tourists, but it's becoming increasingly important to identify which...
Clever Hans: What we really learned from the genius horse mathematician
Early in the 20th century, word of an extraordinary horse named ‘Clever Hans’ travelled around Europe, causing a wave of wonder and intrigue. Under...
How rats helped us understand more about addiction
You may not agree but rats are often chosen to be used in experiments because physiologically and behaviourally, they are quite similar to humans....
Natural social networks: The intelligence of animal collectives
We’ve all been mesmerised by the intricate displays of animal collectives; the synchronised skydance of thousands of starlings as they swirl across...
Why animal behaviour studies should be taught at schools
Studying animal behaviour is a fascinating journey; it’s an essential skill that helps people and communities understand the world around them and...
What Koko the gorilla taught us about animal communication
In the heart of California in 1972, an incredible conversation began to take place. A one-year-old gorilla called Koko was being taught American...
Are your chickens and eggs really free-range? What you need to know
The phrase "free-range" has come to represent ethical, humane and environmentally friendly farming practices. Modern conscious consumers respond...
Love travel? Here’s how you can make it cruelty-free
There is no denying the appeal of seeing exotic and unusual animals when you’re travelling. Cuddling a gorgeous lion cub, swimming with dolphins in...
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