Around the World

Find additional resources, scientific publications, and organisations providing deeper insight into the complexities and ongoing developments in animal testing research.

Animal Testing in Asia

Asian countries have weaker animal testing rules than the UK, creating a haven for companies outsourcing experiments away from stricter regulations.

Animal Testing in Australia

Australia allows animal testing but requires approval and follows strict welfare laws set by the NHMRC.

Animal Testing in Canada

Canada allows animal testing for drug safety and medical research, though with less strict rules than the UK.

Animal Testing in Europe

European labs use millions of animals yearly for drug and toxicity testing, raising serious ethical concerns about primates and other species.

Animal Testing in the United States

Millions of animals are tested on yearly in the US under regulations that leave rats, mice and birds largely unprotected.

Where Does Animal Testing Occur?

Animal testing happens in private companies and government labs worldwide, often in countries with weaker regulations to avoid oversight.