Posts by Rebecca Niemiec
AHPC co-director speaks on research about wolves in an event hosted by Colorado’s first gentleman
Colorado Sun article by Tracey Ross
Read MoreNew Research Shows Public Support for Bans on Octopus Farming in the EU and the UK
Industrial‑scale octopus farming is being developed in Spain, but little is known about how the public views it. To find out, researchers surveyed 14,131 adults across 13 EU countries and the UK, and also tested short, factual messages about the animal welfare, environmental, public health, and economic impacts of octopus farming. What we learnedMost people…
Read MoreProfessor co-hosts Aug 19 educational event on octopus farming
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Read MoreAugust 19th 10:30am – 12pm: The Risks of Octopus Farming, a Special Lecture at the Governor’s Residence
The Animal Human Policy Center hosted unique event at the Governor’s Residence at Boettcher Mansion, where leading explored the growing risks of commercial octopus farming and the urgent need for action. Watch a recording of Dr Jacquet’s talk here: https://youtu.be/mR9aob2Dbl4 📅 Date & Time:Tuesday, August 19th, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Location:Governor’s Residence at…
Read MoreNew Research Shows Strong Public Support for State Fur Bans in the Northeast
The Animal-Human Policy Center conducted research on public attitudes toward banning the sale of fur in four Northeastern states—Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. Our findings reveal a clear trend: a majority of residents support legislation to end the sale of new clothing and other products made with fur from animals raised on commercial…
Read MorePublic And Beekeeper Perspectives Towards Pollinator Conservation in Colorado
Objectives: Funders/Collaborating Institutions: CSU School of Global Environmental Sustainability (Funder), Butterfly Pavilion (Collaborating Institution) Products:
Read MoreEquine Welfare: Understanding Cruelty/Neglect Cases in Colorado and Lessons Learned from Other States
Quantify the numbers and types of domestic equine cruelty and neglect cases being investigated by Colorado Bureau of Animal Protection agents in different types of equine facilities throughout the state.
Read MoreVeterinary Workforce and Access to Veterinary Care Challenges in Colorado
Objectives: Funders/Collaborators: Funded in house, in collaboration with College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, CSU Products:
Read MorePublic Perspectives and Media Coverage of Carnivore Management
Examine Colorado public perspectives on hunting of carnivores for different purposes (e.g., obtaining a trophy and human safety) and using different practices (e.g., using hounds or electronic calls in mountain lion hunting).
Read MoreUnited States National Public Survey on Animal Protection Policies
Objectives: Funders/Collaborators: Funded in house, Collaborating institutions include Center for Human Carnivore Coexistence and Project Coyote. Products:
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