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Playtime is purr-fect for your cat"s welfare

Play is often considered an indicator and promotor of animal welfare. Playing with your cat may also nurture closer cat-human bonds. In a new study, scientists have investigated these links by applying in-depth empirical methods to analyze data gathe.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgFeb 3rd, 2023

Signalis: The First Preview

When I first laid eyes on Signalis, I was immediately fascinated by its futuristic sci-fi setting and the enigmatic aura that was brought alongside it. I knew very little about it going into my demo, but after my 30-minute playtime with the opening s.....»»

Category: gameSource:  ignRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2022

Reducing height of scale in dog working trials may help reduce potential impact on joints

Canine welfare experts at Nottingham Trent University and Harper Adams University, funded by The Kennel Club, examined how attempting the scale at various heights impacted dogs' landing forces and the joint angles of their paws and shoulders......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsApr 27th, 2022

Outriders: Worldslayer bucks the live service trend

Outriders: Worldslayer, a new story expansion, will extend your playtime by potentially hundreds of hours......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsApr 21st, 2022

Researchers decode pigs" well-being through oinks and grunts

European researchers have developed a way of decoding the feelings of pigs through their grunts, oinks and squeals in a project aimed at improving animal welfare......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsApr 16th, 2022

A new network to improve biosecurity in livestock

Health, welfare, safety and sustainability are crucial elements for ensuring the future of livestock production. Biosecurity aims to prevent the introduction and spread of pathogens within and between farms and, consequently, results in better welfar.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsApr 12th, 2022

On the road to cultured meat for astronauts (and Earthlings)

Cultured meat could be a game changer for the environment, food security, human health and animal welfare. But some challenges prevent it from reaching its full potential. Now ESA is supporting researchers to explore the possibility of growing cultur.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 31st, 2022

Octopus farms raise huge animal welfare concerns - and they"re unsustainable too

When you imagine an octopus's world, you might well see a curious creature in a complex undersea environment......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsMar 24th, 2022

Exploring the psychology of welfare politics

Recent political history has shown that United States conservative leaders tend to vote against the expansion of federal welfare, or social safety net, programs. But are conservative-leaning citizens less likely than their liberal-leaning peers to en.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMar 17th, 2022

Virtual tours make pig farming more transparent

Many people would like to see better animal welfare and transparency in livestock farming. In recent years, agriculture has increasingly tried to be more open, for example by offering farm tours. Even though farm tours are well received or appreciate.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2022

Tiger breeding, exports flourish in S.Africa: charity

South Africa's legal lion breeding has spawned a tiger farming industry for commercial exports, potentially posing a threat to the species already in decline, an animal welfare group warned Tuesday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2022

Playtime, deep breaths, and movement can help calm kids" COVID fears

COVID-19 is widespread in the U.S., and even the nation's youngest kids are feeling the anxiety that comes with facing the ongoing pandemic. From missing school, to hearing about classmates getting sick—and often catching it themselves—it's harde.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJan 14th, 2022

Dairy calves are social animals

Most dairy calves are housed individually in the first weeks and sometimes months of their lives, a practice that has come under scrutiny for its effects on animal behavior, welfare, and health. Despite growing scientific and public support for socia.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJan 13th, 2022

Antibiotic Use in US Farm Animals Was Falling. Now It’s Not

A new FDA report shows that a long-awaited Obama-era initiative to stop the spread of superbugs and improve animal welfare has stalled out......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsDec 14th, 2021

Report calls for animal welfare to be at heart of genome editing plans

A Newcastle University academic has contributed to a new report which says animal welfare must be at the heart of plans to approve new breeding technologies in farming and food production......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 1st, 2021

Are political parties getting in the way of our health?

Today, the two major political parties are often blamed for a plethora of problems in American governance. But for most of the last century and a half, political party competition has had positive effects on the welfare of Americans......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 23rd, 2021

Game theory and economics show how to steer evolution in a better direction

Human behavior drives the evolution of biological organisms in ways that can profoundly adversely impact human welfare. Understanding people's incentives when they do so is essential to identify policies and other strategies to improve evolutionary o.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 16th, 2021

Measuring financial and digital literacy in vulnerable populations

Financial inclusion is key to improving economic and social welfare, reducing inequality, and promoting economic growth. Globally, 1.7 billion people have limited access to financial services, especially in the developing world. As governments and NG.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 21st, 2021

Group ceases egg harvesting on one of two northern white rhinos following an ethical risk assessment

While attempting to save the northern white rhinoceros from extinction through advanced assisted reproduction technologies, the scientists and conservationists of the BioRescue consortium place the highest value on respecting the life and welfare of.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 21st, 2021

COVID crisis reveals how schools are "propping up a failing welfare state"

The pandemic has shown the extent to which families rely on schools for 'basic needs' such as access to an adequate supply of food and help in accessing other support services, highlights new UCL research......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 14th, 2021

Smart parrots need more stimulation, new research finds

The smarter the bird, the more unique welfare needs it has in captivity, according to a U of G first-ever study......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 6th, 2021