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WellBeing International, Inc.

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WellBeing International, Inc., a U.S. nonprofit, seeks to achieve optimal well-being for people, animals and the environment through collaborative engagement, education, direct care and science.

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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 6h
Umka’s journey from an injured, fearful shelter dog in Ukraine to a joyful three-legged family companion is a beautiful reminder of what compassion and cooperation can make possible. READ MORE: wellbeingintl.org/hope-on-thre...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
What might an animal be feeling? Explore the science of animal sentience and the evidence researchers use to understand experiences animals cannot put into words. READ the article: wellbeingintl.org/a-world-of-f...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Beavers are transforming more than rivers—they're transforming how we think about conservation. This review looks at books that explore their ecology, history, and remarkable role as ecosystem engineers. 🦫🌎 READ: wellbeingintl.org/book-reviews... #Wildlife #Conservation #Ecology
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop, but it's preventable. Successes across the Americas + growing progress in India show that dog vax, sterilization, better access to treatment, + One Health collaboration can help end human rabies deaths. READ: wellbeingintl.org/ending-human...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
World Animal Day reminds us that every animal deserves compassion and care. Explore simple ways to take action, inspire others, and help create a better world for animals...one act of kindness at a time. 🐾 #WorldAnimalDay #AnimalWelfare READ MORE: wellbeingintl.org/world-animal...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Animal-based neuroscience is undergoing a structural transition. This article explores changing public attitudes, developments in U.S. primate research, and how emerging non-animal methods are influencing the future of neuroscience. READ: wellbeingintl.org/the-slow-tra...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Economic growth has transformed animal agriculture, and while intensive production has expanded, innovation and changing consumer preferences are creating new opportunities to improve animal welfare. READ: wellbeingintl.org/economic-gro...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Traditional animal testing cannot meet today's chemical safety challenges. Learn how AI and New Approach Methods (NAMs) are helping deliver quicker, more effective, and more humane chemical risk assessments. READ: wellbeingintl.org/chemical-saf...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
A growing body of research is challenging economic thinking by exploring how animals support biodiversity, food systems, pollination, climate resilience, and human well-being. Read more from our book review of The Economics of Non-Human Animals: Revaluing Life for a Liveable Planet: bit.ly/44RSYV0
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
What if your dog could help detect disease before symptoms appear? Today, researchers are combining canine scent detection with artificial intelligence to explore faster, less invasive ways to identify disease. Read more: bit.ly/4vSr5Hh
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Coyotes aren't invading our neighborhoods but adapting to landscapes we share. The most effective way to reduce conflict isn't widespread removal. It's education, responsible pet care, reducing attractants, and science-based coexistence. Read more from our latest Tales of Wellbeing: bit.ly/4bPrdjE
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
How many captive tigers are living in the US, and why does it matter? Accurate data is essential for improving animal welfare, shaping policy, and protecting these animals. Learn why counting America's captive tigers is more important than ever: bit.ly/3T74tVQ
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Plastic pollution won't be solved by recycling alone. Our latest article explores practical solutions, from reducing unnecessary plastics to improving waste management, and why global action is needed to protect people, animals, and the planet. bit.ly/4pntoAB
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Dogs may offer more than companionship. Research suggests dog ownership is linked to improved cardiovascular health and better survival after major heart events. Learn more about the science behind the human-animal bond. bit.ly/3T5w6P9
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Professor Sandra Swart challenges us to rethink history through a multispecies lens, showing how animals have shaped societies, cultures, and nations. Find out more in our book review: bit.ly/4xC8ZLL Credit: WLDavies, iStock #AnimalHistory #HumanAnimalRelations #WellBeingInternational
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
The 3Rs (Reduction, Replacement, and Refinement) have transformed humane science over the past 70 years. Learn more about the individuals who helped shape the future of humane science: bit.ly/4oMclbe Credit: CAAT #AnimalWelfare #WellBeingInternational
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From Margins to Mainstream: The Legacy of the 3Rs and the 2026 Hall of Honor
Nearly 70 years ago, a two-person team published a manuscript outlining methods, approaches, and – broadly speaking – the shifts in mindset necessary to make animal use in experimentation more…
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Why do cats always seem to land on their feet? New research reveals the remarkable spinal flexibility behind the feline "righting reflex" and explores the science of High-Rise Syndrome. Read more: bit.ly/4xGKfC1 #AnimalWelfare #PetSafety #CompanionAnimal
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
There is a natural overlap between human and animal cohabitation, but in Cape Town, South Africa, baboons struggle to coexist amid a growing human development landscape. Read more: bit.ly/3RZvOc7 #AnimalWelfare #OneHealth #WellBeingInternational #WellBeingNews
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Living on the Edge: Human–Baboon Conflict in Cape Town
Learn more about the growing challenges of human–baboon coexistence on South Africa's Cape Peninsula due to urban development.
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Many remember Keiko, the orca whale who starred in Free Willy. This article explores Keiko's legacy alongside other moments in history when animals in crisis inspired collective action. Read more: bit.ly/3Q8pLRY Credit: David Copithorne, iStock #AnimalWelfare
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Behind many modern farming systems are impacts we rarely see. What would our food system look like if we accounted for all of its hidden costs? Find out more: bit.ly/4vkn3Ix Credit: wilpunt, iStock #OneHealth #Sustainability #ConsciousConsumerism
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Many remember Keiko, the orca whale who starred in Free Willy. This article explores Keiko's legacy alongside other moments in history when animals in crisis inspired collective action. Read more: bit.ly/3Q8pLRY #WellBeingInternational #FreeWilly #AnimalWelfare
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Mental health support doesn’t always have to begin in a clinic. Alan E. Kazdin’s "Mental Health Interventions in Everyday Life" highlights science-backed everyday practices that may help reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness while expanding access to care. bit.ly/tow-mental-h...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Recovery of mountain gorillas in the Virunga Mountains is a rare conservation success but it remains fragile in a region shaped by conflict & uncertainty. Protecting them means supporting rangers, communities & the conditions that allow people and wildlife to thrive. bit.ly/tow-gorillas
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Giant tortoises are returning to Floreana Island after nearly 180 years—and they’re helping restore an entire ecosystem. From recovering wildlife to stronger local livelihoods, this story is a powerful reminder of what collaboration and conservation can accomplish. READ MORE: bit.ly/tow-floreana...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Brain organoids are opening new frontiers in neuroscience while raising difficult ethical questions about sentience, ownership, and governance. This article explores why precaution and ethical oversight matter now, not later: bit.ly/wbn-brain-or...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
How should societies balance wildlife conservation, animal welfare, and the role of cats as companion animals? Australia’s emerging cat management policies reveal the complexity of this growing global debate. READ MORE: bit.ly/WBN-Australi...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Regular physical activity can help support healthier aging, resilience, and long-term well-being. This article explores why exercise matters more than ever in today’s changing world: bit.ly/WBN-exercise...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
This review of "Plastic Inc." by Beth Gardiner highlights how plastics expansion is no accident—it’s a strategic move with serious environmental and social impacts: bit.ly/tow-plastics...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
A long-term, collaborative effort in Vietnam is proving that even entrenched animal exploitation like bear bile farming can be phased out through persistence and compassion. READ ON: bit.ly/tow-bear-bil...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
A hopeful read—highlighting real-world progress for biodiversity, science, and global well-being: bit.ly/tow-good-new...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Animal welfare isn’t left vs. right—it’s a complex political issue shaped by society, markets, and ethics, and it may be time to rethink how we approach it. READ: bit.ly/wbn-politics...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Falling bird populations aren’t isolated—they reflect widespread environmental degradation that threatens ecosystem resilience and human well-being. READ: bit.ly/wbn-bird-dec...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Invisible but widespread, micro- and nanoplastics are reshaping how we understand pollution and its reach into living systems. READ: bit.ly/WBN-micropla...
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Too Small to See: Microplastics, Nanoplastics, and Their Growing Reach
Twenty-two years ago, on May 7, 2004, Richard Thompson and seven co-authors from the Sir Alistair Hardy Foundation for Ocean Science in Plymouth, England, published a brief one-page article in…
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
A thoughtful review of Shelter from the Storm looks at how climate change is accelerating global migration, while reminding us that movement has always been part of the human story. Insightful and timely. READ: bit.ly/tow-shelter-...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The World Happiness Report 2026 explores how wellbeing is evolving worldwide. It points to the importance of strong social connections and trust in building happier societies. READ MORE: bit.ly/tow-world-ha...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Bringing species back doesn’t just save them—it helps revive entire ecosystems. A compelling example of how restoration can create lasting environmental impact. READ: bit.ly/tow-reintrod... [Video credit: Aquiles Fernandez, iStock]
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Veterinary medicine is evolving alongside our understanding of animal welfare, with new science and ethics guiding how animals should be cared for. READ: bit.ly/wbn-vet-anim...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Elephants and big trees have a complicated relationship, and understanding it could change how we think about conservation landscapes. READ: bit.ly/wbn-elephant...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
What do street dogs have to do with international sports? This article connects urban animal welfare, tourism, and global sporting events—from Athens to Morocco. READ: bit.ly/wbn-stray-do...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
New review up now! "Meat" by Bruce Friedrich offers a fresh perspective on food, science, and sustainability — check out our take on this important book. bit.ly/tow-meat-boo...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Imagine biomedical research without animal suffering — it’s closer than you think. Our latest article explores the shift toward humane and innovative testing methods. 🧬💙 READ: bit.ly/tow-cells Video credit: jitendrajadhav, iStock
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Animals aren’t just cute — they’re powerful brand ambassadors. Our latest piece breaks down how animal spokespersons make ads memorable and meaningful: bit.ly/tow-animals-... Video credit: Simon Skafar, iStock
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
The global fur trade is losing traction as ethical concerns and declining supply push luxury away from animal pelts. READ "The Changing Fortunes of the Fur Industry:" bit.ly/wbn-fur-indu...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
New article: A fresh look at Blue Zones and human aging — separating data from the hype and unpacking the science behind longer lives. READ more: bit.ly/wbn-human-ag...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
How do rabies trends and legal rulings shape the future of stray dog management in India? Find out in Part 2 of "The Indian Supreme Court Acts on the Stray Dog Issue: Is it a Crisis or an Opportunity?" bit.ly/wbn-stray-do...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
A new review highlights "Lab Dog" and "The Hidden Lives of Lab Animals," offering personal, moving views on the lives of research animals and what ethical science could look like. 🌱🐾 Insightful and compassionate reads. READ the review: bit.ly/tow-book-rev...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Veronika the cow isn’t waiting around—she picked up a broom and used it as a tool to scratch herself, the first time such behavior has been documented in cattle. This fun and thought-provoking discovery invites a fresh look at animal intelligence. READ ON: bit.ly/tow-cows-tools
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Nature words in our everyday language are disappearing — and that tells us something important about how we relate to the world around us. Read about the trend and why reviving those words matters for our connection to nature: bit.ly/tow-nature-e...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
A new global report reveals that transforming food systems is essential for health, equity, and staying within Earth’s limits. READ: bit.ly/wbn-EAT-Lanc...
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WellBeing International, Inc. @wellbeingintl.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
How we think about beavers shapes how we treat them, and this article explains why coexistence starts with perspective: bit.ly/wbn-beaver-3 Video Credit: Schroptschop, iStock
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