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Campaigners say the U.K.’s Genetic Technology Bill doesn’t do enough to protect farm animals.
The microsanctuary movement gives rescuers with limited resources a way to do the work.
How many animals die each year from animal testing? Vaccines, medications and cosmetics are commonly tested on animals even though the process is cruel, unreliable and often inaccurate.
A growing chorus of animal advocates and researchers argue farm animal gifts cause more harm than good.
Researchers found tourists — despite their best intentions — may make life worse for the lion cubs they visit.
What we eat — even at galas and special events — has an impact on the planet and animals.
The Smithfield and Excelsior trials ended with very different decisions that could impact the future of the movement.
So called “ag-gag” laws criminalize elements of undercover investigations like taking photographs and recording video in factory farms.
Though bullfighting is often portrayed as a fair fight between man and animal, the bull experiences stress, physical pain and, ultimately, death.
Animal advocates are working with farmers and communities to get the last of the bile bears released to sanctuaries.
An increasing number of zoos across the world are allowing their elephants to retire to sanctuaries.
Increasing adoption of vegan diets and curbing food waste are two powerful ways to combat world hunger
Mike Huskisson spent 50 years as an undercover investigator documenting acts of animal cruelty that the public had never seen before.
This course explores the contemporary labor landscape and workers’ rights in the animal protection movement.
“Animal caregivers tend to want to help others but not always themselves.”
The Latinx-led Chicago Roo Crew rescues roosters and works with the communities who keep and protect them.
Are sanctuary owners obligated to nearby cattle farms? A recent case sparked outrage among animal rights activists and farmers.
An animal sanctuary is a facility where animals are brought to live and be protected for the rest of their lives.
A new paper finds businesses that exploit captive animals for profit are marketing themselves as sanctuaries to draw in conscious consumers.
“Meeting a cow or a sheep is just like meeting a new person…They may not be human, but you hear their stories and know they have the ability to suffer and create friendships.”
Earlier this week, animal protection groups filed briefs in support of Proposition 12, California’s landmark animal protection law.
In this episode, Monique Koch shares her story including her take on unlearning habits and beliefs and how the representation of vegans in the media has changed.
Hunting is defined as the act of chasing another animal to kill, typically with a gun. Eight states have banned wildlife killing contests.
A recent Mother Jones story on the shortage of lab monkeys failed to ask questions about the ethics of animal testing.
Sentient Media is now featured on Charity Pots at over 250 Lush Cosmetics Stores in the United States.
Companion animals and the state’s feral cat population are at risk.
Dogs who participate in the Iditarod sled race experience illness, injury and, in some cases, death.
Iowa residents once had a right to sue polluting factory farm neighbors, Now the Iowa Supreme Court has taken that right away.
In this episode, Pete Paxton shares his experiences working in illegal slaughterhouses, the complex moral battles undercover investigators face, the corrupt world of puppy mills and more.
The first animal welfare act in modern history had its flaws, but it also galvanized action.