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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 22h

This article maps the evolution from early calls to reduce animal testing toward today’s flourishing nonanimal technologies—organoids, in silico models, microphysiological systems. It shows that what once seemed aspirational is increasingly standard. READ ON: bit.ly/WBN-lab-anim...

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 1d

Innovative forensic science is giving new hope in the battle against wildlife smuggling—imagine matching a gorilla’s hand print to a crime scene. Deploying these methods broadly could tip the scales against transnational trafficking networks. READ ON: bit.ly/wbn-combatti...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 15d

African penguins may go extinct in the wild by 2035 if current declines continue. Overfishing, guano harvesting, predation & disturbance are among likely causes; recent conservation agreements could offer hope—but much more is needed. READ: bit.ly/tow-penguins

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 16d

Dogs + AI = new frontiers in non-invasive disease detection through scent. Some studies show nearly 96% accuracy in cancer detection from breath, but there are real limitations & variability, especially when it comes to predicting seizures. READ: bit.ly/tow-diaognos...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 17d

"Beavers in America" charts the journey of the North American beaver from prized fur commodity to almost wiped out & asks how we define its value today: “ecosystem engineer” or nuisance. Rising encounters with humans tests if we embrace coexistence or revert to controlling. READ: bit.ly/tow-beaver

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Aug 22

"Jaws" launched a summer blockbuster era—and a myth of shark terror. Today’s research—from shark tagging in Cape Cod to population shifts in False Bay—reveals the real power of great whites: ecological guardians, not monsters. READ: bit.ly/wbn-great-wh...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Aug 21

What is “animal welfare”? It’s not always clear—but Broom’s 1986 idea of coping sets the stage, and the new Welfare Footprint framework gives us a way to measure what animals feel. Worth a read for anyone passionate about truly understanding animal well-being. READ:

Defining Animal Welfare

In 1964, Justice Potter Stewart of the U.S. Supreme Court said about hardcore pornography that he would not try to create a written definition of such material but instead commented, “I know it when…

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Aug 20

Supreme Court orders Delhi’s stray dogs into shelters after a rabies death. A clear break from past rulings. READ: bit.ly/wbn-dog-bites

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Aug 2

Haidt argues The Anxious Generation shows how childhood shifted from play‑based to phone‑based, triggering a spike in anxiety & depression. His 4 rules—no smartphones under 14, no social media until 16, phone‑free schools & more unsupervised play—reverse the “Great Rewiring.” bit.ly/tow-anxious-...

Book Review: "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt

In the Pixar movie, WALL-E, set a few hundred years in the future, humans have no direct contact with one another, are relatively helpless, and spend all day interacting only via television. As did…

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Aug 1

NIH ended invasive chimpanzee research in 2015 after decades of scientific debate and growing ethical concerns. Now, sanctuaries carry the torch—providing safe retirements while balancing complex care and funding challenges. #AnimalEthics #Chimpanzees READ: bit.ly/tow-apes-in-...

Evolving Ethics: Apes in Laboratories

In November 2015, the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced it would no longer fund biomedical research involving chimpanzees. They stated that all NIH-owned and NIH-supported chimpanzees…

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jul 31

BARCS has grown from a struggling shelter into Maryland’s largest lifesaving animal organization, with a nearly 90% live release rate. Every adoption, foster, and volunteer makes a difference. READ the article: bit.ly/tow-barcs 🐕🐾 #AnimalRescue #BARCS

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jul 13

The European Union is, for the first time, proposing to regulate the breeding and sale of puppies and kittens because of recent public scandals and the wide differences among member states regarding oversight of this practice. To read more: bit.ly/wbn-pet-supply

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jul 12

An "-omics" revolution (genomics, proteomics, metabolomics) supported by AI is transforming biomedical research. Scientists are now proposing to add an "Exposomics" element to ensure that environmental exposures are adequately considered when advancing human health. READ: bit.ly/wbn-biomedic...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jul 11

Humane strategies like fertility control, habitat protection, and non-invasive monitoring offer effective solutions for managing wild horse populations. These science-based approaches help maintain ecological balance while preserving cultural significance of wild horses. READ: bit.ly/wbn-wild-horse.

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 28

Looking for effective ways to manage outdoor cats? Explore how strategic funding is helping communities make a lasting impact. READ MORE: bit.ly/tow-outdoor-...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 27

From science to real life — the Oxford Longevity Project explores healthy aging in action. One alum’s return to Oxford proves that staying connected is just as important as staying fit. READ article at bit.ly/tow-healthy-... .

Healthy Aging: A Case Study

A group of Oxford University faculty and health advocates launched the Oxford Longevity Project, a community interest company focused on sharing discoveries and insights regarding healthy aging with…

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 26

Can we communicate with dolphins? One research team is exploring just that, decoding patterns and testing new ways to bridge the human-dolphin divide. 🌊🐬 READ more at bit.ly/wild-dolphin...

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Wild Dolphin Project & Engaging with Dolphins

In 1985, Dr. Denise Herzing launched the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP) to study dolphins in the wild and identify their social structures and interactions. Dr. Herzing’s interest in knowing what dolphins...

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 14

Long-term spay/neuter policies and adoptions have dramatically cut shelter euthanasia rates—but region-specific capacity issues and shifting pet demographics still stress the system. Let’s stay focused on equitable, data-informed shelter solutions! 🏠🐶 READ the article at bit.ly/wbn-us-anima...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 13

AMR is a planetary crisis—but there's hope: stewardship, smarter surveillance, policy innovation, and a One Health approach can preserve the medicines we rely on. Join the movement to protect antimicrobials for today, tomorrow, and beyond. READ the article: bit.ly/wbn-antimicr...

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · Jun 12

Sentience is the bridge linking animal welfare to the rights of nature. Respecting that animals feel is key to sustainable, ethical policy—and a healthier planet. READ the article "Animal Well-Being, Sentience and the Rights of Nature" at bit.ly/wbn-animal-s....

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · May 31

Maggie gave Joe more than companionship—she gave him purpose and hope. A powerful read on the healing strength of the human-animal connection: bit.ly/tow-maggie-joe

Maggie and Joe: The Power of the Human-Animal Bond

In 1991, DC veterinarian Earl Strimple published an article in the Journal of the Veterinary Medical Association (Volume 199(2):206-208) describing the impact of Maggie, a small Yorkshire Terrier, on ...

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · May 31

Stories change minds—and lives. The Jingles Awards spotlighted the power of anecdotes in animal advocacy. 🐾
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · May 31

What if your pet could do more than keep you company?
Meet George and explore the potential health benefits of companion animals: bit.ly/tow-george

WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · May 14

Communities are turning to TNVR to manage outdoor cat populations. Still, there’s tension around policy, legality, and ethics. READ more: bit.ly/wbn-cat-conu...

The Community Cat Conundrum

Cat management in the United States often sparks intense debates among animal protection advocates. One notable example occurred at a conference on outdoor cat management held in a hotel near Dulles A...

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · May 13

Animal testing is being replaced by cutting-edge, humane research methods. Federal agencies are leading the way toward ethical, effective science. READ MORE: bit.ly/wbn-ending-l...

Getting It Together - Ending Lab Animal Use

In 2007, the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) produced a report on Toxicology Testing in the 21st Century at the request of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The goal was to review scientifi...

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