The Type A H5N1 virus, commonly known as “avian flu” or “bird flu,” has spread from chicken and hen farms to dairy facilities across the nation. The latest developments have left dairy consumers wondering whether their morning glasses of milk are safe to consume–and whether humans could be infected next. Eight U.S. states have reported dairy farm outbreaks: New Mexico, Texas, Kansas, Idaho… Source ..read more

In partnership with Animal Equality, Federal Deputy Luciene Cavalcante introduced two animal protection bills in the Brazilian National Congress in March 2024. If passed, Bill (PL) 783/2024 would ban the killing of male chicks, a common practice in the egg industry due to their inability to lay eggs. This bill proposes the use of in-ovo sexing technologies, allowing the sex of embryos to be… Source ..read more

On European coasts, a worrying trend has taken hold: dead animals washing up on public beaches. These bodies are evidence of a cruel trade known as animal transport, during which billions of animals undergo long-distance journeys each year before slaughter. Here are five things you need to know about global animal transport: Fearful and disoriented… Source ..read more

Today marks the launch of Animal Equality’s campaign against foie gras sales in the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Foie gras, a French “luxury” dish, is produced by force-feeding ducks and geese until their livers swell up to ten times their normal size. These swollen, diseased livers are ground into a pâté and served at upscale restaurants from Paris to Michigan. With the launch of… Source ..read more

Q: Why has Animal Equality in the UK chosen to focus on farmed fish? A: In the UK, up to 77 million fish are farmed and slaughtered for human consumption each year. The majority of those animals are Atlantic salmon. These migratory fish would swim for hundreds of miles in the wild, but they’re forced to live in crowded, underwater cages that act as a hotbed for lice infestations and… Source ..read more

Earlier this week, animal advocates gathered for Animal Equality’s first Live Action Hour. Hosted by its Campaigns team, this Live Action Hour provided an opportunity for advocates to send emails to corporate leaders, write negative reviews for corporations engaging in animal cruelty, and send emails to Congress to oppose the EATS Act. This Action Hour was held amidst Animal Equality’s… Source ..read more

Extreme confinement, artificial insemination, and painful slaughter: how many of these industry practices are featured on pig meat packaging at your local grocery store? From birth until death, pigs used for bacon, ham, and other pork products experience a lifetime of suffering. The industry attempts to hide this sinister secret with “humane” labels, colorful packaging… Source ..read more

With 420 votes in favor, 0 abstentions, and 0 votes against the bill, Mexico’s first nationwide Adequate and Sustainable Food Law will now pass to the Federal Executive, who will sign it into law. This achievement stems from Animal Equality’s three-year collaboration with Food Alliance and Climate Action, all of whom worked together with Senator Nancy de la Sierra Arámburo to propose the… Source ..read more

Today, Animal Equality joined the Open Wing Alliance (OWA) in a global campaign against prominent hospitality brands falling behind on their global commitment to eliminate cages for hens. Hilton Worldwide, Louvre Hotel Group, and Meliá Hotels International were applauded years ago for pledging to remove cages for hens from their global supply chains. They have since failed to report… Source ..read more

It’s that time of the year again! This week marks National Justice for Animals Week, an initiative by the Animal Legal Defense Fund which raises awareness about animal cruelty. Through this annual campaign, advocates are demanding stronger animal protection laws, as well as legal consequences for unlawful cruelty. In the spirit of National Justice for Animals Week… Source ..read more