Animals in Translation

This episode of Animals in Translation delves into the complex world of cats. The hosts discuss the staggering number of cats worldwide, the roles they play in society, and the welfare issues arising from breeding practices and declawing. They explore …continue

In this episode of Animals in Translation, Sophie, Kerri, and The Cat interview Lisa Yang to discuss her recently published research paper: Animal welfare with Chinese characteristics: Chinese poultry producers’ perceptions of, and attitudes towards, animal welfare. Lisa found that, …continue

In this episode, Sophie and Kerri discuss the critical issues surrounding poultry and animal welfare, referencing Ruth Harrison’s influential book ‘Animal Machines’. They explore the ethical dilemmas of cheap protein production and the harsh realities of industrial farming practices. The …continue

In this first episode of ‘Animals in Translation (AIT)’, hosts Sophie and Kerri introduce themselves and share their diverse backgrounds in animal welfare. They explore the Five Freedoms, the progress in animal welfare assessment, and the importance of ethical pluralism. …continue