What the new year can mean for animals
When the ball drops at midnight tonight, many of us will be ringing in a brand new year. But for dogs and cats who have been used in research in the state of Illinois, January 1 will mean so much … Continued
When the ball drops at midnight tonight, many of us will be ringing in a brand new year. But for dogs and cats who have been used in research in the state of Illinois, January 1 will mean so much … Continued
This holiday season, wouldn’t it be nice if you could make a gift from your heart that you knew would save lives—now and in the future? When you make a holiday donation to the NAVS Sanctuary Fund, not only are … Continued
Innovative research methods are helping develop personalized treatments for cancer. Advancements are being made in finding ways to prevent or cure illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s disease, that were once thought untreatable. New ways to study and prevent epidemics like the … Continued
The FDA has acknowledged that advances in animal alternatives such as stem cell research, organs-on-chips & math models are “creating unique opportunities to improve toxicology’s predictive ability. Continue reading
We can’t imagine what it’s like in those first few moments when the animals that have been helped through the NAVS Sanctuary Fund first realize they’re free—whether it’s from years of abuse in a laboratory, from an awful hoarding and … Continued
From calling for an end to the use of animals for cosmetics testing to demanding increased government transparency regarding animal welfare, NAVS supporters like you came out in record numbers this year to let your legislators know that you stand … Continued
Whether it’s on behalf of Maya the beagle in California, Freya the baboon in Indiana, Jersey the capuchin or any of the numerous other animals in need, the NAVS Sanctuary Fund has come to the aid of sanctuaries, rescues and … Continued
By Dr. John W. Harbell The National Anti-Vivisection Society (NAVS) and the International Foundation for Ethical Research (IFER) have championed the move from whole animal-based research in physiology, drug development, and toxicology to the use of in vitro methods (often … Continued
Every year, thousands of bills concerning animal issues are considered by the federal government, all 50 states and the District of Columbia. These bills cover a wide variety of issues, including animals in research and education, animal neglect and cruelty, … Continued
A recent Gallup poll contained what should have been great news for animals: The number of Americans who oppose using animals for medical testing reached a record high, with 44 percent of respondents calling the practice “morally wrong.” In 2001, … Continued