Sentient by law For us, 2022 will be best remembered as the year that the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act became law - and for good reason, as this was the very first time that animals like crabs, lobsters and prawns (decapod crustaceans) were included in UK legislation. Prior to this, they had no more protection than a brussels sprout. This significant achievement means that the welfare of these animals must be considered when making policy decisions and will influence how th

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. Despite feeling pain, animals like crabs and lobsters (decapod crustaceans) are boiled alive, chopped up alive and sent in the post. Learn more about how we know decapods can feel pain, why this is so important, and what you can do to help. What is Animal Pain Awareness Month? During September veterinary professionals around the world use the annual Animal Pain Awareness Month to promote the important message of recognising and unders

Last week, on Thursday 7th April, the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill completed its time in Parliament and is ready to become law! This was a really significant moment for animal welfare as for the very first-time animals like crabs, lobsters and prawns (decapod crustaceans) are included in UK legislation. Inclusion in the Sentience Bill means that the welfare of these animals must be considered in policy making decisions and will influence how they are handled and treated. A