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February 10, 2010

 

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New Blog Entry, HRC-Authored, Entered on 2/9/2010

 

 

 

 

Our goal with HumaneSpot.org is to help animal and environmental advocates be more effective by empowering them with informative research. During the two and a half years since we launched HumaneSpot.org, I'm pleased to say our user base has grown significantly and we consistently receive positive feedback. To help advocates get even more from using HumaneSpot.org, here are a few essential tips and resources...

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3592

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Role of Public Opinion in the UK Animal Research Debate

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/8/2010; Original Item from 2009

 

 

 

 

This article considers the role of public opinion in the debate over animal research, determining that public opinion has become a resource in the debate and that it is now accepted as a key method of demonstrating legitimacy.

by University of Nottingham

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3582

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Comparison of Maltreated Children and Non-Maltreated Children on Their Experiences with Animals - A Japanese Study

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/7/2010; Original Item from 2010

 

 

 

 

This study in Japan was conducted to analyze the difference between maltreated and non-maltreated children when it comes to their experiences with animals.

by Anthrozoos

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3581

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Research Reveals 'Faux Paws' at Feline Mealtime

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/6/2010; Original Item from 2010

 

 

 

 

A survey sponsored by "9 Lives" brand cat food (Del Monte Foods) found that 94% of U.S. cat owners believe they feed their felines the most nutritious meals possible. However, 48% have fed their cat(s) table scraps on average seven times per month and only 30% know that cow's milk is unhealthy for cats, most of whom are lactose intolerant.

by Del Monte Foods (9 Lives brand)

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3590

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food Source Confusion for Children in Region

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/5/2010; Original Item from 2010

 

 

 

 

This survey was conducted to determine children's awareness and knowledge of various food products including vegetables,fruits, meat, and dairy products. According to the findings, nearly two-thirds of children from the South West region of the United Kingdom do not know the origins of food products that they consume, including burgers, eggs, and yogurts.

by Cornish Mutual

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3587

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More Cat Owners Have Degrees than Dog Lovers

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/4/2010; Original Item from 2010

 

 

 

 

A poll of 2,542 households in the UK found that 47% of those with cats had at least one person with a university degree, compared with 38% of households with dogs. This is possibly due to the longer hours associated with jobs that have higher qualifications, which can make caring for a dog more difficult.

by Bristol University, Cats Protection Charity

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3588

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HRC is Adding a New Research Director - Applicants Welcome!

 

 

New Blog Entry, HRC-Authored, Entered on 2/3/2010

 

 

 

 

 

The Humane Research Council (HRC) is currently seeking an experienced research project manager, analyst, and writer to work for our organization as our newly appointed Research Director. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with both analytical research and animal protection issues.

 

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3584

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UK: Duck Eggs Becoming More Popular

 

 

New Research Citation, Entered on 2/3/2010; Original Item from 2010

 

 

 

 

A United Kingdom survey found that 1 in 13 supermarkets listed duck's eggs for sale, but only two chains actually stocked duck's eggs in a few select location. Nonetheless, one major provider of duck's eggs in the UK has increased sales by 45% in the past year.

by World Poultry Net

 

 

Details: http://www.humanespot.org/node/3586