Types of Animal Cruelty
What happened to Pepper the Dalmatian?
She was kidnapped.
Are young Americans more or less likely to accept the idea of animal testing?
Less likely
Which century did Roman philosopher/physician Galen experiment on living organisms?
The 2nd century.
How does the USDA break down its data?
Into three categories.
In the United States, how many animals are used for annual research and to test products such as shampoo?
An estimated 26 million.
How many animal cruelty offenses was Edward Taub charged with?
More than a dozen.
Are older Americans more or less likely to accept animal testing?
More likely
How many centuries was Galen's theories on medicine used throughout Europe?
15 centuries.
What city in South America were protesters marching in?
Brasilia, Brazil.
What did the Brazilian protesters' signs say and in what language?
"Free yourself of Cruelty" in Portuguese.
How desperate were the monkeys at the Institute for Biological Reasearch?
What percent of Americans say animal testing is morally acceptable.
56%
What is the oldest found description of vivisection in Ancient Greek writings?
The oldest writings can be traced back to 500 B.C.
How many species of animals must drugs be tested on before humans can use them?
At least 2 species of animals to determine their safety.
What did Claud Bernard call animal testing?
Ethical
What types of creatures does the AWA classify as "animals"?
Any warm blooded animal.
What percent of Americans say animal testing is morally acceptable?
56%
What 17th century scientist discovered that the heart circulates blood to the body instead of the lungs?
William Harvey
Which laboratory director was charged with more than a dozen animal cruelty offenses?
Edward Taub.
When was the Gallup poll that surveyed people about their opinions on animal testing?
May 2013
What type of great ape did the NIH breed for testing until 2007.
Chimpanzees.
What percent of Americans say animal testing is morally wrong?
39%
How did William Harvey discover the fact that the heart circulates blood to the body?
By dissecting life animals.
Which law regulates animal testing in the United States?
The federal Animal Welfare Act (ADA).
What does APHIS stand for?
Animal and Plant Inspection Service