RSPCA Assured­

🤖 How does technology impact animal welfare on farms? 🚜 We caught up with Beth, a scientific officer from the RSPCA to learn more! While innovations like AI can help to improve health monitoring, there's a flip side where technology can also present challenges for animal welfare. Read more in our latest blog 👇 #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured #Technology #AnimalWelfare #Farming #Agriculture

Over 1 billion chickens are estimated to be farmed in the UK this year. Only a small percentage of these are farmed to the RSPCA’s higher welfare standards via our RSPCA Assured scheme. But unfortunately, the vast majority of farmed chickens are reared to standards that are not good enough. Here's how together we can make a change: https://bit.ly/3NPxbEM #BettterChickenCommitment #AnimalWelfare #Farming

🎇 With fireworks season upon us, for many pets and farm animals it’s a season of fear and stress due to the loud bangs and flashing lights. Did you know that fireworks can cause livestock to panic, sometimes resulting in injuries, and can even affect the health of animals like hens? Together, we can create a safer celebration for all animals 💫 Here's how you can help 👇 #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured #BonfireNight #Fireworks

We have been improving the welfare of farmed animals for 200 years. RSPCA Assured­ is a critical part of this work. It exists because no one else is doing this work. There is an appalling lack of legal protection for farmed animals and we are the only organisation setting and regularly monitoring farmed animal welfare, while continuously driving up standards. Our scheme has recently come under scrutiny so we commissioned an independent review of 200 farms, and we are reassured that it has concluded that RSPCA Assured is operating effectively to assure farmed animal welfare. This gives us, our partners and the public further confidence that RSPCA Assured is making a positive difference to animals on farms right now. Read more about the outcome of this comprehensive review here: https://bit.ly/3Ae3gD0

This week we've given evidence in a judicial review arguing that fast-growing chickens, often known as 'frankenchickens', are unlawful. 90% of chickens in the UK live lives of suffering, genetically bred to grow so fast they can barely stand, develop lesions on their legs, suffer from heart defects and can even experience sudden death. We're proud to have supported The Humane League UK with this landmark appeal which has the potential to make the single largest impact for animals in 200 years. Their managing director said: "The RSPCA’s robust scientific evidence, and talented legal support, have been crucial to this case. We would never have made it this far and generated this much publicity if the RSPCA weren’t in our corner. Thank you!" We now have an anxious 12 weeks to hear the result and are keeping everything crossed for good news to stop the suffering of over 1 billion chickens a year 🤞 📷 A chicken bred for meat at just 34 days old. The weight gain of such breeds is the equivalent of a three-year-old human child weighing 28-stone.

💚 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, it's important to remember every kind matters—whether it's animals or ourselves. Working in animal welfare can certainly have its challenges, so we are offering resources and guidance in hopes of helping improve mental well-being across the sector. Check out our latest blog to learn how to find support, prioritise self-care, and reduce stress in your daily life 👇 #Farming #Agriculture #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured

Recent polling revealed 3 in 4 people believe that farm animals should not be kept in a cage even if it's not in the welfare interest of the animal. So if you eat meat, fish, eggs or dairy products and would like to help ensure farm animals live better lives, look out for RSPCA Assured-labelled products when you’re shopping. Read our latest blog on why no animals are kept in cages under our scheme 👇 #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured #Farming #AnimalWelfare

Did you know Marks and Spencer only uses Fairtrade tea, coffee beans & RSPCA Assured milk in all its Cafés? What's more, M&S brews come in fully and easily recyclable paper-fibre cups and lids and for every drink sold, 1p is donated to empower positive change for producers and their local communities! Find out more here...

With the sun making a more common appearance, many people across the country will be reaching for a refreshing treat!🍦 🐄 Read our latest blog about how Caroline and her team are crafting creamy, dreamy ice cream while upholding the highest welfare standards 👇 #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured #Cows #AnimalWelfare #Farming

🎄🐷 What could possibly be the link between Christmas trees and pigtails? Farmer Lucy reveals all in our latest blog! Under RSPCA Assured standards, pigs are required to have enriching environments such as straw beds, playful toys, or even recycled Christmas trees. Read more 👇 #RSPCA #RSPCAAssured #Farming #Agriculture