Entertainment Animals
Entertainment, Education, and Captive Animals
Submitted by Carol Glasser on Jul 09, 2010 Entertainment Animals | General Animal ProtectionFor many families, summer is a time for entertainment and family field trips. Many of the most popular theme parks and special events of the summer involve the use of animals for entertainment: county fairs have petting zoos; water parks have dolphin-shows; circuses entertain audiences by having large animals perform tricks; and zoos and aquariums leave animals in enclosures so that they can be observed by human visitors.
YouGov / League Against Cruel Sports Survey Results
Submitted on May 13, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Entertainment Animals
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This March 2010 survey examined public attitudes toward various forms of animal fighting, finding that the majority of British adults are opposed to animal baiting, but many do not know the actual laws. Among the findings of this report, 92% of the British public think dog fighting should be illegal, while 76% believe that it is already illegal. More than two-thirds (69%) think that a prison sentence is the most appropriate punishment for the offense of dog fighting.
HumaneSpot.org: A Little Something for Every Animal Advocate
Submitted by admin on May 10, 2010 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Diet and Nutrition | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Research Tools and Methods | Vegetarianism and Veganism | Wildlife and ExoticsWritten by Diane Venberg, one of HRC's 2010 interns, this wonderful overview of HumaneSpot.org shows the breadth of our research database and highlights a number of important studies. Be sure to give this blog a read if you've been wanting a taste of what HumaneSpot.org has to offer before applying for access. And if you have any research that you think should be included in our database, be sure to let us know.
New Survey Reveals Strong and Growing Support for Animal Protection
Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Diet and Nutrition | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Research Tools and Methods | Vegetarianism and Veganism | Wildlife and ExoticsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 28, 2010
Contact: Che Green, Executive Director, (206) 905-9887, cgreen@humaneresearch.org
New Survey Reveals Strong and Growing Support for Animal Protection
Insight for Advocates: See the Latest Animal Tracker Results
Submitted by Che Green on Apr 28, 2010 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Diet and Nutrition | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Research Tools and Methods | Vegetarianism and Veganism | Wildlife and ExoticsAs those of us at HRC mention regularly, the purpose of conducting research is often to overcome (or validate) our own assumptions and biased viewpoints. It can be difficult for advocates who feel strongly about animal protection to understand the attitudes and behavior of those who are less moved by the suffering of animals. To really know what non-advocates think - and why - it is essential to ask them directly and then filter their responses through rigorous analysis. You may be surprised by the answers and how different they can be from the beliefs of animal advocates.
The Animal Tracker (Wave 3 - March 2010)
Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Diet and Nutrition | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Vegetarianism and Veganism | Wildlife and Exotics
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These results from Wave 3 of the Humane Research Council's annual survey of U.S. adults regarding attitudes and behavior toward animals shows strong support for the protection of all animals, but knowledge of some animal issues remains low and the perceived impact of animal advocates is modest.
Do Zoos and Aquariums Promote Attitude Change in Visitors? A Critical Evaluation of the American Zoo and Aquarium Study
Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Entertainment Animals
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This analysis of a 2007 study by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (Falk, et al.) finds at least six major threats to the study's methodological validity, leaving no compelling evidence for the AZA's conclusion that visits to zoos and aquariums produce long-term positive effects on people's attitudes toward other animals.
Tulsa Zoo Organizational Analysis and Governance Study
Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Entertainment Animals
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This organizational analysis of the Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum identified recommendations for an ideal governance model for future growth and development of the facility. The report includes relevant operating info on other American Zoo Association (AZA) accredited facilities and operations.
Towards an Ethical Framework for Animal-Based Attractions
Submitted on Apr 03, 2010 (Original item from 2008) Entertainment Animals
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The public has long criticized the use of animals in the entertainment industry. This paper presents a discussion of animal rights in the hospitality and tourism industry and proposes ethical guidelines.
Wild Animals to be Banned from Traveling Circuses
Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Entertainment Animals
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A recent survey by Animal Defenders International found overwhelming public sentiment against the inclusion of wild animals in circuses, based on concerns about animal welfare.
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