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Knowing Your Audience: The Key To Effective Animal Advocacy - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 6h

Perceptions of farmed animals can be influenced by individual identities and personality traits. What does this mean for animal advocacy?

https://faunalytics.org/knowing-your-audience-the-key-to-effective-animal-advocacy/

Perceptions of farmed animals can be influenced by individual identities and personality traits. What does this mean for animal advocacy?

Invertebrates - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 22h

Our eighth Fundamental looks at the vast world of invertebrates — a category of animals that includes everyone from fruit flies to octopi — and explores just how much we don’t know about them.

https://faunalytics.org/fundamentals-invertebrates/

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An Overview Of The Global Terrestrial Invertebrate Trade - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 1d

The global trade in terrestrial invertebrates is increasing, creating serious threats to biodiversity.

https://faunalytics.org/an-overview-of-the-global-terrestrial-invertebrate-trade/

The global trade in terrestrial invertebrates is increasing, creating serious threats to biodiversity.

Faunalytics Index – October 2025 - Faunalytics

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Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 1d

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about hammerhead shark fishing, the impact of playtime on cat hunting behavior, air pollution from industrial animal farms, and more.

https://faunalytics.org/faunalytics-index-october-2025/

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about hammerhead shark fishing, the impact of playtime on cat hunting behavior, air pollution from industrial animal farms, and more.

How Support May Help Dogs Stay Adopted - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 2d

Data shows that most adopted dogs face issues early on. But with the right support, shelters and rescues may be able to help most stay in homes.

https://faunalytics.org/how-support-may-help-dogs-stay-adopted/

Data shows that most adopted dogs face issues early on. But with the right support, shelters and rescues may be able to help most stay in homes.

Shelter Animal Anxiety: What Shelters Are Doing To Help - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 2d

A survey reveals how shelters address fear and anxiety in cats and dogs and what influences their treatment choices.

https://faunalytics.org/shelter-animal-anxiety-what-shelters-are-doing-to-help/

A survey reveals how shelters address fear and anxiety in cats and dogs and what influences their treatment choices.

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Alysoun Mahoney @alysounm.bsky.social · 2d

Just posted: my Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund Q3 2025 grant report, focused on advocacy for humane & healthy food systems, and on research & investigative work underpinning that advocacy.

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Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 2d

In case you missed it! Our Tactics In Practice: The Science Of Making And Keeping Veg*ns Webinar recording is now available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4u2NFee1_p0

Tactics In Practice: The Science Of Making And Keeping Veg*ns - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 3d

In this deep dive, we use research and visual guides to walk you through the process of encouraging new people to go veg, and strategies for helping them stay veg.

https://faunalytics.org/tactics-in-practice-the-science-of-making-and-keeping-vegans-and-vegetarians/

In this deep dive, we use research and visual guides to walk you through the process of encouraging new people to go veg, and strategies for helping them stay veg.

How Much Do Animals Feel? Understanding Welfare Ranges - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 3d

This large-scale project estimates how deeply different animals can suffer or feel joy, illuminating the possible welfare impacts of animal interventions.

https://faunalytics.org/how-much-do-animals-feel-understanding-welfare-ranges/

This large-scale project estimates how deeply different animals can suffer or feel joy, illuminating the possible welfare impacts of animal interventions.

Stress Reduction For Rodents In Laboratories: Better, But Not Great - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 6d

Researchers conducted analyses of over 200 studies on rats and mice in laboratories and concluded that “enriched” housing leads to reduced stress and improved health.

https://faunalytics.org/stress-reduction-for-rodents-in-laboratories-better-but-not-great/

Researchers conducted analyses of over 200 studies on rats and mice in laboratories and concluded that “enriched” housing leads to reduced stress and improved health.

A Simple Checklist To Help Replace Animals In U.K. Research - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 6d

Despite a desire from many U.K. institutions to replace the use of animals in scientific research, this 3 Rs principle isn’t well applied.

https://faunalytics.org/a-simple-checklist-to-help-replace-animals-in-u-k-research/

Despite a desire from many U.K. institutions to replace the use of animals in scientific research, this 3 Rs principle isn’t well applied. A carefully designed “replacement checklist” for researchers, reviewers, and funders could be the solution.

Getting Started - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 6d

Want to make your animal advocacy research more effective? We've got the essential resources you need! Stop guessing and start leading with data. Level up your research skills today!
faunalytics.org/research-advice/

So you want to be a more effective animal advocate! This is a great place to start. All of this information has been written and compiled with animal advocates in mind.

The Weight Of Evidence Against Fast Growth - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 7d

Researchers review the scientific literature on growth rates in broiler chickens, demonstrating the severe consequences of a focus on weight gain at the expense of animal welfare.

https://faunalytics.org/the-weight-of-evidence-against-fast-growth/

Researchers review the scientific literature on growth rates in broiler chickens, demonstrating the severe consequences of a focus on weight gain at the expense of animal welfare.

Rethinking Policies To Manage Asia’s Poultry Boom - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 7d

Asia’s poultry industry is rapidly expanding, but current policies fail to address the full scale of its challenges, calling for a more integrated and sustainable approach.

https://faunalytics.org/rethinking-policies-to-manage-asias-poultry-boom/

Asia’s poultry industry is rapidly expanding, but current policies fail to address the full scale of its challenges, calling for a more integrated and sustainable approach.

Friend Or Foe? Human Tolerance For Wild Animals In Urban Spaces - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 8d

With increasing urbanization, human-wild animal encounters are inevitable. People tolerate these interactions to different degrees, posing a challenge for wildlife conservation.

https://faunalytics.org/friend-or-foe-human-tolerance-for-wild-animals-in-urban-spaces/

With increasing urbanization, human-wild animal encounters are inevitable. People tolerate these interactions to different degrees, posing a challenge for wildlife conservation.

Getting Gray Squirrels To Take The Bait - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 8d

This study offers a promising look into how scientists can use baited feeders to help control gray squirrel populations in the United Kingdom.

https://faunalytics.org/getting-gray-squirrels-to-take-the-bait/

This study offers a promising look into how scientists can use baited feeders to help control gray squirrel populations in the United Kingdom.

Research That Meets The Moment: A Call For Collaboration Between Advocates & Academics - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 8d

In this blog, our Executive Director reflects on the PHAIR Society’s Animal Advocacy Conference and the need for closer collaboration between researchers and advocates.

https://faunalytics.org/research-that-meets-the-moment-a-call-for-collaboration-between-advocates-academics/

In this blog, Faunalytics’ Executive Director reflects on the PHAIR Society’s Animal Advocacy Conference and the need for closer collaboration between researchers and advocates. She discusses how accessible, relevant, and collaborative research can drive real-world change for animals.

Flexitarianism: Current Trends And Insights - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 9d

In a world with rising meat consumption, this study provides a clear and up-to-date picture of the evolving landscape of flexitarian eating.

https://faunalytics.org/flexitarianism-current-trends-and-insights/

In a world with rising meat consumption, this study provides a clear and up-to-date picture of the evolving landscape of flexitarian eating.

Vegetarian-ish: Flexitarian Eating In Global Dietary Advice - Faunalytics

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Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 9d

Researchers reviewed the most frequently used definitions of “flexitarian” and found that guidance from a number of countries accommodates and even implicitly recommends this diet.

https://faunalytics.org/vegetarian-ish-flexitarian-eating-in-global-dietary-advice/

Researchers reviewed the most frequently used definitions of “flexitarian” and found that guidance from a number of countries accommodates and even implicitly recommends this diet.

Scientists spent 6 years tracking Yellowstone's great bison migration. What they found is remarkable | Discover Wildlife

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 9d

The results of their study suggest that Yellowstone bison are reshaping the park's ecosystems in a largely positive way:

https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/bison-migration-yellowstone-national-park

New research from the US national park shows migrating bison enrich grasslands – boosting plant nutrition, soil health and biodiversity.

www.discoverwildlife.com

Can Cats Be Good Therapy Animals? - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 10d

Cats are becoming more involved in animal-assisted services, but are they really cut out for it? Researchers explore whether therapy cats behave differently than the average housecat — and what that means for animals and people alike.

https://faunalytics.org/can-cats-be-good-therapy-animals/

Cats are becoming more involved in animal-assisted services, but are they really cut out for it? Researchers explore whether therapy cats behave differently than the average housecat — and what that means for animals and people alike.

Toying With Behavioral Change: Encouraging Play With Cats - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 10d

An online campaign encouraged daily playtime with cats, offering potential ways to overcome the barriers that often prevent guardians from engaging in this important activity.

https://faunalytics.org/toying-with-behavioral-change-encouraging-play-with-cats/

An online campaign encouraged daily playtime with cats, offering potential ways to overcome the barriers that often prevent guardians from engaging in this important activity.

Sign Up for Alerts - Faunalytics

Faunalytics @faunalytics.bsky.social · 12d

Want to stay informed about the most recent data on animal issues? Our newsletter is the easiest way to do it-Get weekly or monthly email alerts with our latest research and reports. Sign up & start building your personalized library of animal-focused articles!
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