This week’s Take Action Thursday urges action in your state to protect companion animals left unattended in cars. Hundreds of animals die from heat exhaustion each summer when they are left alone in parked cars. Even on a temperate day … Continued
One of the many tools NAVS relies on for tracking abuse in Animal Welfare Act-regulated research institutions is the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This is particularly true since the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service … Continued
Which training programs in the medical and life sciences have historically used live animals? How has the development of human-relevant simulators helped to significantly reduce or eliminate their use? A recent article in Simulation in Healthcare discussed these questions, as … Continued
Last week, NAVS attended the world’s largest science competition for pre-college students, the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Continue reading
This week’s Take Action Thursday urges humane treatment of companion animals who travel with their families on airplanes. Federal Legislation New legislation is frequently inspired by current events. Harm to animals that sparks outrage can result in a demand by … Continued
Last week, we learned of alarming news about animal testing requirements imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Continue reading
This week’s Take Action Thursday celebrates two victories for the retirement of animals from labs and urges prompt action to help animals in other states. State Legislation NAVS is celebrating the passage of bills in two states, Maryland and … Continued
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. Have you found just the right presents for the special women in your life? Never fear—we’ve got you covered. NAVS’ cruelty-free shopping guide contains everything from lip balms to bath bombs, from hair care to … Continued
This week’s Science First highlights the work of current NAVS/International Foundation for Ethical Research (IFER) Fellow Michael Ferguson, a graduate student researcher in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Boston University. Continue reading
This week’s Take Action Thursday opposes a dangerous provision in the 2018 Farm Bill that will undo state efforts to require better animal welfare standards. Federal Legislation HR 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, or the “Farm Bill,” … Continued
