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The Informed Animal Ally

Vancouver Humane Societyvancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
The Informed Animal Ally is presented by the Vancouver Humane Society. In this animal ethics podcast, we will share the ins and outs of topics like cruelty, legislation, and advocacy here in B.C. and across Canada. Episodes are released on the final Tuesday of each month. Website: www.vancouverhumane.ca Facebook: Vancouver Humane Society Instagram: vancouverhumane Twitter: @vanhumane Theme music: Jonah’s Message for New York by Doctor Turtle, licenced under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Public License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode)
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Episodes

Failing our animals? Canada’s D grade on welfare explained

Is Canada failing our animals? The Vancouver Humane Society is joined by special guest Melissa Matlow to discuss the Animal Protection Index from World Animal Protection, and how Canada stacks up in the global ranking.

May 27, 202530 minSeason 5Ep. 5

Animals sold in takeout containers? A look at Canada's wildlife trade

This month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally discusses Canada's exotic pet trade, from breeding or capture to selling and keeping, as well as the laws and loopholes failing to protect animals. Learn more and take action: https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/exotic-animals-wildlife-not-pets/

Apr 29, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 4

What is a good life for animals? A look back

This month’s episode of The Informed Animal Ally takes a look back through the show's second season, which delved into what good welfare looks like for animals and how we can all help improve animal well-being.

Jan 29, 202524 minSeason 5Ep. 1

The importance of research in animal advocacy

This month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally discusses how polling, surveys, and reports are used in animal advocacy – to make decisions, measure impacts, and share with the public and policy-makers.

Dec 31, 202422 minSeason 4Ep. 12

What it's like to run a farm sanctuary

This month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally discusses challenges, opportunities, and successes in farm sanctuary work. Featuring The Alice Sanctuary, The Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary, and Kitchensink Rescue Farm & Sanctuary.

Nov 26, 202418 minSeason 4Ep. 11

10 arguments against going vegan (& how to respond)

In this month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally, Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault from the Vancouver Humane Society discuss arguments they've heard opposing veganism and some ways to respond.

Oct 29, 202433 minSeason 4Ep. 10

What it's like to run a vegan business

In this month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally, Kyla and Audrey from Vegan Supply and Paula from Compassion Ink Studio share perspectives on operating a vegan business.

Sep 24, 202412 minSeason 4Ep. 9

8 arguments in support of rodeo & how to respond

On this month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault discuss eight of the most common arguments in support of rodeo and ways to respond as an animal ally.

Jul 30, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Real challenges in animal advocacy

In this month's episode of The Informed Animal Ally, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris, Chantelle Archambault, and Emily Pickett discuss challenges commonly experienced in advocacy work, as well as personal experiences shared by listeners.

Jun 25, 202442 minSeason 4Ep. 6

Lessons from grassroots animal advocacy

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault are joined by special guests Barbara Lapointe and Tessa Vanderkop to discuss lessons from grassroots animal advocacy.

May 29, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 5

10 years of animal cruelty investigations with Emily Pickett

In this month's episode, Vancouver Humane Society Campaign Director Emily Pickett joins Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault to discuss the past decade of farmed animal cruelty investigations in British Columbia.

Apr 30, 202422 minSeason 4Ep. 4

How animals touch our lives: Five stories about connection

Do you remember that one animal who touched your heart in a way that you'll hold dear for a lifetime? In this month's episode of the Informed Animal Ally, the Vancouver Humane Society team and allies discuss animals who have changed their lives.

Mar 26, 202425 minSeason 4Ep. 3

What does your relationship with your pet say about you?

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault are joined by researchers Dr. Sasha Protopopova and Dr. Camila Cavalli to discuss strategies human-animal bonds.

Feb 27, 202456 minSeason 4Ep. 2

Animal cruelty laws in Canada: A look back

This month, take a look back at the first series from The Informed Animal Ally, focussing on animal cruelty laws in Canada. You can find all blog posts associated with these episodes at www.vancouverhumane.ca/podcasts.

Jan 30, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Coping with burnout as an animal ally with Kimberly Carroll

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault are joined by Kimberly Carroll from Animal Justice to discuss strategies to cope with burnout and overwhelm as an advocate.

Dec 27, 202352 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Caring for pets in a financial crisis

This month, the Vancouver Humane Society's Brooklyn Fowler-Moros joins Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault to discuss the resources in place to support companion animals and their guardians who are living on a low income.

Nov 28, 202342 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Is it easy to go vegan?

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault are joined by Danielle George to discuss healthism and ableism in the plant-based discussion, and making plant-based accessible to all.

Sep 26, 202331 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Are rodeos obsolete?

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society is joined by guest Samantha Fuller to discuss how animals are impacted by rodeo, public response to rodeo events, and the future of rodeo.

Aug 29, 202328 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Will plant-based become the norm?

In this month's episode, the Vancouver Humane Society's Amy Morris and Chantelle Archambault delve into a recent project from the VHS to determine what people in British Columbia's Lower Mainland think of plant-based eating and to share the benefits.

Jul 25, 202328 minSeason 3Ep. 1

How you can help wild animals

In this episode of The Informed Animal Ally's series on animal well-being, the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and Amy Morris discuss the ways human activities impact wildlife and how you can help.

Jun 27, 202327 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Do pigs really like mud? And other farmed animal behaviours

In this episode of The Informed Animal Ally's series on animal well-being, the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and Amy Morris discuss the natural behaviours and needs of farmed animals like pigs, chickens, cows, and sheep.

May 30, 202323 minSeason 2Ep. 3

How to train your dog or cat

In this episode of The Informed Animal Ally's series on animal well-being, the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and Amy Morris discuss science-backed training techniques for any species of animal, from dogs and cats to horses to birds and hamsters.

Apr 25, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Is my pet happy?

In this first episode of The Informed Animal Ally's series on animal well-being, the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and Amy Morris discuss companion animal behaviour, emotional "tells", and the many facets that make up a good life for domestic cats and dogs.

Mar 28, 202341 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Who ensures cruelty laws are followed?

In the final episode of The Informed Animal Ally's series on animal cruelty, the VHS's Chantelle Archambault and Amy Morris discuss the processes in place to enfore laws and regulations intended to protect animals from suffering.

Feb 28, 202326 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Live horse exports with Sinikka Crosland

Every few weeks, shipments of gentle draft horses are packed three or four to a crate and loaded onto planes for the long, stressful journey overseas for slaughter. Horses shipped for slaughter can go 28 hours without food, water, or rest; they can fall during takeoff or landing; and receiving countries have no obligation to report back to Canada on the conditions of horses once they arrive. Organizations and advocates both here in Canada and abroad have shared opposition to live horse export, i...

Jan 31, 202317 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Adapting to the holidays as a vegan

More and more people are adding compassion to their festive meals by opting out of animal-based products and ingredients. In this episode Amy and Chantelle discuss their experiences adapting to the holidays after going vegan.

Dec 22, 202212 minSeason 1Ep. 8
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