Welfare assessment 2023.10.03 Rethinking the utility of the Five Domains model This paper provides suggestions for refinement of how the Five Domains model is good for thinking about animal welfare, but is currently not fit-for-purpose as an assessment tool.
Veterinary ethics 2023.09.25 Seeing the benefits, but not taking advantage of them: Dog and cat owners’ beliefs about veterinary telemedicine Using a questionnaire, this study investigated dog and cat owners’ (N = 2117) use of and beliefs about telemedicine and whether beliefs impact past and expected future use.
Pork production 2023.09.18 Willingness-to-pay for reduced carbon footprint and other sustainability concerns relating to pork production In this 2022 questionnaire-based study, we investigated willingness-to-pay for more sustainable pork among consumers in Denmark, Germany, the UK and Shanghai, China.
Wildlife ethics 2023.09.01 Wildlife ethics: The Ethics of Wildlife Management and Conservation New book out September 2023: 'Wildlife ethics: The Ethics of Wildlife Management and Conservation' by Clare Palmer, Bob Fischer, Christian Gamborg, Jordan Hampton and Peter Sandøe
Book review 2023.08.16 Making a Stand for Animals Peter Sandøe's book review of 'Making a Stand for Animals' by Oscar Horta.
Horse welfare 2023.08.03 Comparison of physiological and ethological indicators and rein tension This study is a first step to investigate the influence of riding on horses affected by Quine Headshaking Syndrome (EHS) and, in general, contributes to a better understanding of EHS.
Companion parrot welfare 2023.08.03 The Parrot–Owner Relationship and Problem Behaviors in Parrots This study investigates 1) the relationships between companion parrots and their human owners and 2) the associations between the relationships and potential welfare-related problems.
Rabbit welfare 2023.06.23 Perceptions of the rabbit as a low investment ‘starter pet’ lead to negative impacts on its welfare This paper shows that many rabbits live in unsuitable conditions, and owners who perceive rabbits as low investment ‘children’s pets’ are more likely to not provide recommended resources.
Polar bear welfare 2023.05.31 Qualitative Behaviour Assessment for zoo-housed polar bears (Ursus maritimus) This study aimed to assess the ability of Qualitative Behaviour Assessment (QBA) to discern emotional state in zoo-housed polar bears, and further to investigate its validity through associations to behavioural and…
Polar bear welfare 2023.05.31 A critical review of animal-based welfare indicators for polar bears (Ursus maritimus) in zoos This review provides an overview of current valid and promising welfare indicators along with identified gaps in knowledge, relevant for the provision of a methodology for assessing and monitoring welfare of captive…