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Upcoming 3rd Wave of HRC's Animal Tracker

Wave 3 of HRC's Animal Tracker, slated for early next year, will survey a representative sample of adults in the U.S., addressing questions like knowledge of various animal issues, the influence of concern for animals on personal choices, perceived impact of the animal protection movement, and support for the movement's goal of eliminating animal suffering. We'll also be able to compare the results with findings from the baseline survey, which was conducted in early 2008.

Chinese University Students' Attitudes Toward the Ethical Treatment and Welfare of Animals

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Chinese university students have generally positive attitudes toward animal welfare initiatives, which according to this article's author, suggests that the Chinese public is perhaps open and ready to support the changes needed to improve animal welfare standards in the country.

Are Wild Animals Suited to a Traveling Circus Life?

Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Entertainment Animals

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This study examines the behavior, health, living, and traveling conditions of circus animals. Researchers found that the living conditions and welfare of animals kept in circuses compared with those kept in zoos were vastly different. Animals in circuses are kept in close confinement a majority of the time.

Are we winning the war for animals?

HRC recently announced our latest collaborative research study designed to measure the progress of the U.S. animal advocacy movement. Supported by both organizational sponsors and contributions from individuals, the new study is a truly collaborative project designed to inexpensively gather reliable data. The new study will be on ongoing resource showing the status of animal protection in the U.S. according to a set of "key indicators." To learn more, please read our email to HRC's supporters...

Big Cat Rescue Online Poll Results

Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 (Original item from 2007) Entertainment Animals | Wildlife and Exotics

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Sample sizes vary by question due to length of time individual questions have been available. Results are summarized below as of July 2009. Polls are open to general site traffic and therefore broadly represent the public attitudes of Big Cat Rescue website visitors.

The Animal Tracker (Wave 2 - March 2009)

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This report summarizes results from Wave 2 of the Animal Tracker annual survey of U.S. adults regarding attitudes and behavior toward animals. The first survey (Wave 1, 2008) included sixteen questions; the Wave 2 survey repeated six questions from Wave 1. In summary, the most recent survey continues to show strong support for the protection of all animals, although in some instances that support decreased slightly compared with the Wave 1 results.

Pet Ownership and Adults' Views on the Use of Animals

Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 (Original item from 1997) Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Entertainment Animals

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This survey of people in Northern Ireland regarding pet ownership and attitudes toward various uses of animals found that people who were most likely to have a pet include married people, younger people, those living in detached homes, and those with children in the household. Attitudes toward animal usage depends primarily on the specific use of the animal under consideration.

HRC's Animal Tracker Survey

The Humane Research Council is very pleased to announce the availability of results from our latest collaborative research project, the "Animal Tracker." The first in a series of annual surveys of attitudes and behavior among U.S. adults, the new report provides a baseline assessment of key perceptions and actions taken on behalf of animals. The full report is available only to registered HumaneSpot.org users, but here’s a taste of what the results show...

The Animal Tracker (Wave 1 - June 2008)

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This report summarizes results from Wave 1 of the Humane Research Council's "Animal Tracker" survey of U.S. adults regarding their attitudes and behavior toward animals. This inaugural survey of 16 core questions shows strong support for the protection of all animals. The strength of that support varies by situation and species, however, and actual behavior does not always reflect the favorable attitudes identified.

USDA Animal Welfare Information Center: Zoo, Circus, and Marine Animals

Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 Entertainment Animals | Wildlife and Exotics

by U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Library

This portion of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Library is dedicated to zoos, circuses, and marine mammal parks and animals, which are regulated under the Animal Welfare Act. Resources listed here pertain to the Animal Welfare Act and other various guidelines relating to these venues.

http://awic.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?tax...

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