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Animal Welfare
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Anti-Vivisection Society (AAVS) 
 Dedicated to the abolition of using animals in research, dissection, testing, and experimentation, the AAVS is a non-profit animal advocacy and educational organization. It has links to sites on animal law and legislation, protection agencies, international organizations, and alternatives to animal testing, and action alerts and information on alternatives to dissection in classrooms. Offers a free shopping guide showing which companies test their products on animals and which don't. http://www.aavs.org/ Topics: Animals, Law, Pets Last updated Dec 12, 2001 American Humane Association (AHA) Film and TV Unit
AHA guidelines for the treatment of animals in filmed productions. Explains the AHA rating system, and reviews movies, providing ratings and details about animal action and handling. The AHA is "the only organization authorized to monitor animals in filmed media." http://www.americanhumane.org/protecting-animals/programs/no-animals-were-harmed/ Topics: Animals, Pets, Recreation, Television Last updated Feb 24, 2009 Animal Care (AC)
This government organization "provides leadership for determining standards of humane care and treatment of animals. AC implements those standards and achieves compliance through inspection, education, and cooperative efforts." The site provides fact sheets, reports, and regulations related to animal welfare topics such as pet travel, exotic cats, animal exhibitors (circuses, zoos, wildlife parks), inspections, licensing, and horse protection. Searchable. http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_welfare/index.shtml Topics: Animals, Law by Subject, Livestock, Pets Last updated May 21, 2007 Animal Care and Management at the National Zoo: Final Report
In 2003, "Congress requested a science-based review of the quality and effectiveness of animal care and management at the zoo by the National Academies." This 2005 report is the result of an examination of "the historic and recent problems with animal health and animal science practices at the zoo, including recent reports on zoo operations and a scientific examination of the causes of recent animal deaths." From the National Research Council of the National Academies. http://www.nap.edu/openbook.php?isbn=0309095832 Topics: Animals, Parks, Recreation, Recreation Last updated Dec 4, 2007 Animal Ingredients and Their Alternatives
A list of "animal ingredients and their alternatives [designed to help] ... consumers avoid animal ingredients in food, cosmetics, and other products." Provides synthetic or plant-based alternatives to items such as acids, oils, leather, down, and wool. From People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). http://www.peta.org/mc/factsheet_display.asp?ID=72 Topics: Animals, Livestock, Pets Last updated Nov 3, 2004 Animal Legal & Historical Web Center
"A Web Library of legal and policy materials as relates to animals." The website provides "over 800 full text cases (US, Historical and UK) and over 1000 U.S. statutes fully available on the site, with Michigan and California being very comprehensive." Searchable; browsable by law or topic. Features historical materials as well as related journal articles. From Michigan State University College of Law. http://www.animallaw.info/ Topics: Animals, Law, Pets Last updated Nov 25, 2007 Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF)
The mission of this animal rights law organization is "to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system." The site includes current cases and campaigns (e.g., protecting wild horse foals, special prosecutor program to help litigate animal cruelty cases), action alerts, goals and accomplishments, and links to other animal law sites and legal resources. http://www.aldf.org/ Topics: Animals, Law, Law by Subject, Pets Last updated Oct 18, 2005 Animal Welfare During Transport
This compilation of documents concerns European Union regulations about the welfare of animals during transportation. Provides press releases, proposals and speaking notes, a FAQ, reports, and other material about topics such as satellite navigation systems, maximum loading densities, and travel time limits. Material available in several languages. From the European Commission's Health and Consumer Protection Directorate General. http://ec.europa.eu/food/animal/welfare/transport/index_en.htm Topics: Animals Last updated Nov 14, 2007 Association of American Feed Control Officials, Inc. (AAFCO)
"A basic goal of AAFCO is to provide a mechanism for developing and implementing uniform and equitable laws, regulations, standards and enforcement policies for regulating the manufacture, distribution and sale of animal feeds; resulting in safe, effective, and useful feeds." The site provides news and information related to animal feeds (such as ingredients, labeling, and bovine spongiform encephalopathy), AAFCO publications, and links to related sites. http://www.aafco.org Topics: Animals, Livestock, Pets Last updated Aug 3, 2006 Australian Wool in Animal Rights Row
Companion to a July 2005 BBC Radio 4 Crossing Continents program on the "row [that] has been taking place in Australia over a controversial farming practice [known as 'mulesing'], where skin is sheared from sheep to protect them from maggot infestation." Discusses the conflict between People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and Australian wool growers, and provides links to groups representing both sides of the conflict. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/crossing_continents/4699931.stm Topics: Animals, Livestock Last updated Sep 4, 2009 Beautiful Jim Key
This site is a companion to a book released in February 2005 about Jim Key, "an educated horse, whose abilities to read, spell, do math, and more, made him more valuable than any racehorse of his time. Together with Dr. [William] Key — an ex-slave, Civil War veteran, horse whisperer, entrepreneur, perhaps the most famous African-American of his day — Jim helped launch a worldwide animal rights movement." Includes images and information about horse and trainer. http://www.beautifuljimkey.com Topics: Animals, Mammals, Pets Last updated Mar 17, 2005 Best Friends Animal Sanctuary
Located in Kanab, Utah, the mission of this very large animal shelter is "to help bring about a time when there are no more homeless pets, and when every cat or dog who's ever born can be guaranteed a good home with a loving family." The site provides an overview of this refuge for unwanted, abused, sick, or elderly adoptable animals. There are stories of people helping animals and a discussion of the no-kill philosophy. http://www.bestfriends.org/ Topics: Animals, Pets, Social Issues Last updated Jun 6, 2002 A Brief Guide to Meat and Dairy Labels and Their Relevance to Animal Welfare
This document provides definitions for terms found on meat and dairy product labels, such as certified organic, certified humane, free-range, cage-free, vegetarian-fed, grain-fed, hormone-free, and pasture-raised and grass-fed. Includes links to related material about egg carton labels. From the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/farm/resources/pubs/meat_and_dairy_labels.html Topics: Animals, Livestock, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Oct 30, 2006 Canine Legislation
Information about legislation that applies to dogs in the United States. The site features an overview, position statements on topics such as air travel for dogs and "dangerous dog" control legislation, and news alerts on topics such as breed-specific legislation (or BSL, which may include laws about the neutering of breeds most like to attack), pet animal welfare statutes (PAWS), and breeder licensing. Also includes a newsletter and brochures. From the American Kennel Club (AKC). http://www.akc.org/canine_legislation/ Topics: Animals, Law by Subject, Mammals, Pets Last updated Jul 6, 2005 Captive Wild Animal Protection Coalition (CWAPC)
The site for an "innovative consortium of zoo professionals, sanctuary operators, and animal protection groups" opposed to the practice of keeping wild animals as pets. Provides links to other organizations against this practice, news, and legislation. The education section includes numerous fact sheets and materials for children. http://www.cwapc.org/ Topics: Animals, Pets Last updated May 17, 2008 Circuses.com
A Web site devoted to ending the practice of using animals in circuses. Includes extensive advocacy materials, arguments against animal circuses, and a directory of animal-free circuses. Some material available in Spanish. From People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). http://www.circuses.com/ Topics: Animals, Performing Arts, Pets, Recreation, Recreation Last updated Oct 7, 2003 Cosmetic Surgery for Dogs and Cats
This site presents opinions, largely critical, of surgical procedures for tail docking, ear cropping, debarking, and declawing for dogs and cats. Written by a veterinarian. From In Defense of Animals (IDA), an animal rights organization. http://www.idausa.org/facts/cossurgery.html Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated Apr 18, 2005 Deaf Dog Education Action Fund (DDEAF)
"There are 64 dog breeds with reported congenital deafness." Dalmatians have the highest incidence. The Fund's mission is to educate about and provide funding for improving and saving the lives of all deaf dogs. The Web site includes resources for deaf dog owners (books, vibrating collars, e-mail list with similar owners); FAQs (myths and misinformation about deaf dogs, causes/genetics, and training - including how to use sign language); deaf puppies and dogs needing adoption; and a survey for owners to complete. http://www.deafdogs.org/ Topics: Animals, Mammals, Pets Last updated Nov 19, 2002 Disaster Preparedness Resources
Tips to ensure that your pets and livestock are safe in the event of an emergency or disaster. Includes tips for evacuation in a major disaster and a supply checklist for pets, and information about preparing for daily emergencies. Also includes a video clip and links to related sites. From The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/hsus_disaster_center/resources/ Topics: Animals, Home & Housing, Pets, Science, Weather Last updated Sep 9, 2008 The Domestic Cat and the Law: A Guide to Available Resources
History and current status of cats and the law. Includes landmark cases and federal legislation about feral and house cats, plus links to animal law periodicals and animal welfare and cat-specific Web sites. Developed by librarian Stephen Young, for the Law Library Resource Xchange (LLRX). http://www.llrx.com/features/catlaw.htm Topics: Animals, Law by Subject, Mammals, Pets Last updated May 20, 2007 The Emergency Euthanasia of Horses
"This guide is designed to aid owners, equine facility managers, auction market employees, horse transporters, and law enforcement officers in making the appropriate decisions regarding the emergency euthanasia of horses." Discusses euthanasia methods and considerations in the selection of a method, details of euthanasia methods, and euthanasia planning. From the University of California, Davis, Veterinary Medicine Extension, School of Veterinary Medicine and the California Department of Food and Agriculture. http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/vetext/INF-AN/INF-AN_EMERGEUTH-HORSES.HTML Topics: Livestock, Pets Last updated May 6, 2008 Factory Farming Campaign
Website for this Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) program that "works to ease the suffering of the billions of farm animals raised and killed each year." Includes description of campaigns (such as freeing egg-laying hens from battery cages), facts about farm animal behavior, news (such as about the February 2008 beef recall based on a HSUS investigation), and legislation and litigation updates. Includes troubling images and video clips. http://www.hsus.org/farm/camp/victories.html Topics: Animals, Livestock Last updated Feb 26, 2008 Fast Food and Animal Rights: McDonald's New Farm
"Activists have been warning for decades that farms and slaughterhouses mistreat animals, and for almost as long, farmers and food industry executives have scoffed. But over the past two years, an unlikely corporation — McDonald's — has taken the lead in the campaign for animal welfare." This companion to an American RadioWorks program features transcripts and audio clips, slideshows on the egg and cattle industries, examples of slaughterhouse inspection results, and a McDonald's hen inspection form. http://americanradioworks.publicradio.org/features/mcdonalds/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Industries, Law by Subject, Livestock, Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets Last updated Apr 5, 2004 The Hoarding of Animals Research Consortium
A collection of resources designed "to increase awareness about a complex [mental] disorder," which is characterized by keeping "more than the typical number of companion animals ... [the] inability to provide even minimal standards of nutrition, sanitation, shelter ... [and the] denial of the inability to provide this minimum care." Features discussion of health issues (such as mental health and sanitation), animal welfare, and intervention. Includes research publications and related links. From Tufts University. http://www.tufts.edu/vet/cfa/hoarding/ Topics: Animals, Disabilities, Pets Last updated Jul 27, 2005 The Horseracing Industry: Drugs, Deception and Death
Fact sheet describing People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) concerns with the horse racing industry. Topics include how horses "are already racing when their skeletal systems are still growing and are unprepared to handle the pressures of running on a hard track," how "many racehorses become addicted to drugs," and how racehorses may be mistreated upon retirement. http://www.peta.org/factsheet/files/FactsheetDisplay.asp?ID=65 Topics: Animals, Sports Last updated May 12, 2008 How Do I Know It Is Time? Equine Euthanasia
This brochure addresses questions related to making the decision to euthanize a horse. Some of the topics include determining when euthanasia is appropriate, how to tell family members, how to say goodbye to the horse, the grieving process, and deciding on the appropriate time to get a new horse. Opens directly into a PDF document. In English and Spanish. From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/animal_health/brochures/euthanasia/equine/equine_euth_brochure.pdf Topics: Mammals, Pets Last updated Jun 28, 2008 The Humane Society of the United States
The site for this prominent animal protection organization provides information concerning pets, farm animals, wildlife, marine mammals, and animals used for research. Find information about key issues such as vivisection and foie gras production. Other topics include legislative news, videos, shelters, and adoption. Note: some images may be distressing to readers. http://www.hsus.org/ Topics: Animals, Pets Last updated Sep 30, 2004 Hunting With Dogs Debate
News and analysis about attempts to ban the blood sport of fox hunting in Great Britain. Provides arguments for and against the ban, a timeline (1940 to the present), information about the 2002 ban in Scotland, an overview of fox hunting in other countries, background information about the sport of fox hunting, and related material. Include photos and related links. From BBC News. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2002/hunting/default.stm Topics: Animals, Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Outdoor Recreation, Pets, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Sep 8, 2009 In Our Hearts, Not Our Homes: TAOS Project to Prevent Wild & Exotic Pets
Publications, resources, and advocacy pieces presenting arguments against keeping wildlife as pets. Find materials "to post, distribute, or present in your local community, at club meetings, schools, religious institutions, and other organizations," such as Web banners, flyers, and ads to place in newspapers. Includes a lovely "Slide Show" featuring wildlife in their natural habitats, plus a teacher's guide and materials suitable for children. From The Association of Sanctuaries (TAOS). http://www.taosanctuaries.org/wildlife/ Topics: Animals, Pets Last updated May 26, 2005 International Aid for Korean Animals
Website for this organization "committed to ending the dog and cat meat trade, teaching compassion towards animals, and enforcing strong animal protection laws in Korea." It discusses issues concerning dogs, cats, bears, and the Korea Animal Protection Law. Includes essays about the practice of eating dogs in Korean culture. Viewer discretion is advised before viewing photos. http://www.koreananimals.org/ Topics: Animals Last updated May 20, 2008 The Keiko Project: Returning Keiko to the Wild
Information about Keiko, an orca (a dolphin sometimes called a "killer whale"). Keiko starred in the 1993 movie, "Free Willy." His rescue from a Mexico City amusement park and eventual release into the wild were featured in the television documentary, "The Free Willy Story." Keiko died on December 12, 2003. The site features a timeline, photographs, video clips, an audio file of Keiko, a FAQ about wildlife rehabilitation and release, and an article about marine mammals in captivity. http://www.hsus.org/marine_mammals/what_are_the_issues/the_keiko_project_returning_keiko_to_the_wild/ Topics: Animals, Mammals, Pets, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Dec 17, 2004 PETA: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
PETA "is dedicated to establishing and protecting the rights of all animals. PETA operates under the simple principle that animals are not ours to eat, wear, experiment on, or use for entertainment." The site contains FAQs on animal rights and testing, animals used for clothing, pets, zoos, and vegetarianism. Also features related news, information on PETA legislative victories, and a history of the organization. Searchable. http://www.peta.org/ Topics: Animals, Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets Last updated Oct 13, 2004 The PETS Act: All in a Year's Work
This article summarizes the events leading to the passage in October 2006 of the Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards (PETS) Act, which "require[s] the Federal Emergency Management Agency to ensure that state and local emergency preparedness operational plans address the needs of individuals with household pets and service animals following a major disaster or emergency." From the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/legislation_laws/federal_legislation/companion_animals/pets_act_signed.html Topics: Animals, Environment, National Security Last updated Jan 2, 2007 Protecting Domestic or Captive Animals From Cruelty
This site presents information about animal protection laws in the United Kingdom, including details about the July 2004 "draft Animal Welfare Bill, which contains the most comprehensive modernisation of animal welfare laws for a century." Features an overview and links to the text of the laws. From the British Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/domestic/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject, Livestock, Pets Last updated Jul 22, 2004 Saving Harp Seals
Starting in 2004, the Canadian government "plans to expand the seal hunt and permit the deliberate culling of nearly one million seals over three years." This site features seal hunt facts and news, information about a campaign to save the seals, and photos and videos of the seals. From the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). Note: Viewer discretion is advised for the hunting images. http://www.ifaw.org/ifaw/general/default.aspx?oid=21446 Topics: Animals, Environment, Mammals, Outdoor Recreation, Pets, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Apr 7, 2004 Saving the Whole Family
This pamphlet provides information "to help you avoid having to leave your animals stranded in the event of a disaster or an evacuation." Covers horses and livestock, and small animals, including reptiles, birds, and amphibians. Topics include what to do before and after a disaster, identification, transportation, proof of ownership, and lists of essentials for evacuation and first aid. Opens directly into a PDF document. From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/disaster/saving_family_brochure.pdf Topics: Animals, Pets, Weather Last updated Oct 25, 2005 Sustainable Table: The Issues
This site introduces users "to the major issues surrounding sustainable meat and factory farming." Topics include additives, animal welfare, genetic engineering, heritage livestock breeds and heirloom crop varieties, hormones, mad cow disease, slaughterhouses and processing, and soil conditions. From the Sustainable Table, "a consumer campaign developed by the Global Resource Action Center for the Environment (GRACE)." http://www.sustainabletable.org/issues/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Food & Cooking, Industries, Livestock, Pets, Social Issues Last updated Jun 13, 2005 TAOS: The Association of Sanctuaries
Among other features on this site are lists of sanctuaries that provide care for animals in need. Provides information on accreditation as an approved sanctuary, events, and an extensive "No Wild Pets" section. Creatures sheltered at TAOS include companion, performing, and farm animals; roadside zoo rescues; injured wildlife; and "exotic" pets that turn out to be wild animals. http://www.taosanctuaries.org/ Topics: Animals, Pets Last updated May 26, 2005 Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
A list of "plants that have been reported as having systemic effects on animals and/or intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract." Entries for each plant include photos, common and scientific names, family, toxic principle, and symptoms. From the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), Animal Poison Control Center. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/ Topics: Animals, Pets, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Plants, Pollutants & Toxic Substances, Public Health & Safety Last updated Feb 24, 2009 Vegan Society: Silk Worm
This site describes commercial silk production, with a focus on the silkworms that are killed in the process. Discusses types of silk, and typical silk production in Thailand, China, and Japan. From an organization that promotes vegan lifestyles and seeks to exclude "all forms of exploitation of animals for food, clothing or any other purpose." http://www.vegansociety.com/html/animals/exploitation/silk_worm.php Topics: Animals, Communities & Groups, Industries, Insects & Arachnids Last updated Jan 4, 2006 Wildlife
Issues facing wildlife, such as circuses, exotic pets, and animals in zoos. The section on the Urban Wildlife Program discusses "nonlethal means for resolving conflicts between wildlife and humans," including model guidelines for nuisance wildlife control, backyard bird feeding, and what to do if you see a turtle in the road. Also find instructional videos. One of the "Animal Information Centers" maintained by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/wildlife/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Pets Last updated May 26, 2005 World Animal Net Directory
A world-wide directory of nearly 20,000 organizations working to improve the status and welfare of animals, with links to more than 10,000 websites. Searchable by name, city, and U.S. ZIP code and browsable by categories such as animals in entertainment or transportation, wildlife conservation, fur, sanctuaries, shelters, vegan and vegetarian, farm animals, and wildlife rehabilitation. From World Animal Net, a network of animal protection societies. http://worldanimalnet.org/new.asp Topics: Animals, Environment, Nutrition & Food Safety, Pets Last updated Aug 1, 2006 World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA)
WSPA's mission is "to build a united global animal welfare movement" by campaigning "to convince governments and key decision makers to change practices and introduce new laws to protect or improve the welfare of animals." This site contains news, information on campaigns and projects, jobs and volunteer opportunities, and more. http://www.wspa.org.uk/ Topics: Animals, Pets Last updated Sep 7, 2008 Zoo, Circus and Marine Animals
Collection of resources about zoos, circuses, and marine mammal parks, which "are regulated under the Animal Welfare Act and its regulations and inspected for compliance on a regular basis." Includes documents and links to websites on topics such as exhibit animal species, transportation of animals, disaster planning, import and export, and exotic animals as pets. From the National Agricultural Library, U.S. Department of Agriculture. http://awic.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?info_center=3&tax_level=1&tax_subject=180 Topics: Animals Last updated Nov 14, 2007 Zoocheck Canada
The "Publications and Resource Materials" section is the most generally useful part of this site from a Canadian "animal protection charity established to protect wildlife in captivity and in the wild." Topics include animal circuses, exotic pets, zoos, cetacean (whale and dolphin) captivity, and much more. While many of the materials have purchase prices listed, most of the content can be read online for free. http://www.zoocheck.com/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Pets Last updated Oct 8, 2003 |
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