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EU Activists Launch Dairy-Cow Welfare Campaign
Compassion in World Farming and Ben and Jerry’s hope to enact a law that would mandate higher welfare standards.
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3 Hot Button Animal-Welfare Issues in Australia
The past year has been an active period for animal-welfare advocates across the Commonwealth, with critical issues being addressed by the media and government.
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Congressional Committee Passes Horse-Slaughter Ban
Following its initial approval, the measure will move to the entire House, then the Senate, for further consideration.
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Organization Sues FDA Over Animal Antibiotics
A conservationist group is taking legal action due to the agency’s failure to give it access to crucial documents.
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New Vegan Web Series Launches Kickstarter Campaign
Eatin’ Vegan hopes to raise enough money to cover initial production costs and move toward a sustainable business model.
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Rhode Island Passes Farm-Animal Welfare Bill
The new law includes provisions that prohibit the use of sow gestation crates and the practice of cow tail docking.
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Vegans Advocate for Healthier Food-Stamp Choices
Author Rory Freedman and PCRM recently discussed the nutritional limitations of the food-stamp program.
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Owner of Backyard Butchery Faces Criminal Charges
Roberto Celedon pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after authorities raided his illegal backyard slaughter operation.
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New Survey Says Americans Want Antibiotic-Free Meat
According to Consumers Union, the majority of US consumers want more antibiotic-free meat at their supermarkets.
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NY Politician Calls for Better Treatment of Dairy Cows
Responding to a recent PETA undercover investigation, State Senator Tony Avella is appealing for welfare reforms.
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Probiotics Curb Bacterial Infections in Chickens
According to a report in the journal Zoonoses and Public Health, probiotics may help reduce food-borne illness.
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Drive-In Chain Sonic Eliminating Gestation Crates
The fast-food chain hopes to phase out its use of the small cages in favor of more humane group housing systems.