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Anthropocentrism, anthropomorphism, speciesism: Beware of confusion!
Anthropocentrism—understood as the preference given to humans in a world they are free to exploit as they see fit—tends to clash with a concept that has become increasingly prev...
Hypertype in Dogs: Dutch Breeder Sentenced
A French bulldog breeder was fined €3,000 for selecting breeding dogs with noses that were too short, resulting in puppies that suffered from severe breathing difficulties, even...
Animal welfare… let's talk about the animal welfare instead
The conditions under which animals are raised for human consumption are a major source of controversy in society . Some call for an end to all animal farming, while others insis...
Does organic farming ensure better animal welfare for farm animals?
On June 30, 2021, the European Commission responded positively to the 1.4 million citizens who signed the European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) “End the Cage Age , ” announcing th...
Welfare of Laying Hens: A New Challenge for Veterinarians
Veterinarians at the forefront of the transition toward more sustainable farming practices that respect the welfare of laying hens—that is the goal of the Federation of European...
Endangered Species: How YouTube Encourages the Trade in Exotic Animals
The unsustainable trade in wild species is growing exponentially, largely due to its widespread accessibility via the Internet. Access to social media has upended the rules of w...