Challenges

Understand the various degrees of discomfort animals may experience during testing, from minimal stress to more invasive procedures, and how severity is carefully assessed.

Allegations of Abuse in Animal Testing

When disturbing footage of animals being mistreated in laboratories hits the headlines, it's natural to feel sick to your stomach. These cases of abuse...

Controversy of Animal Testing

The topic of animal testing splits opinion like few others. Bring it up at a dinner party and you'll quickly discover just how strongly people feel about...

History of Protests Against Animal Tests

How animal testing protests evolved from the 1960s to today, from cosmetics campaigns to extremist actions and legal reforms.

Leading Animal Testing and Research Organisations

The world's largest animal testing organisations and why they're controversial targets for animal welfare groups.

Threats to Researchers Who Use Animals for Testing

Some animal welfare groups use threats and intimidation against researchers who conduct animal testing, crossing into illegal activities.

Using Animals for Testing: Pros Versus Cons

The real pros and cons of animal testing, set out plainly: the medical breakthroughs it has driven, the ethical costs, and where the debate stands now. A balanced look at both sides.