Bidda Jones

September 28, 2022

The horseracing industry is ignoring what science says about whipping

Paul McGreevy, University of New England and Bidda Jones, University of Sydney

Does whipping hurt horses and why do jockeys do it? Research shows the industry’s view that whipping is important for safety and performance is misguided.

November 12, 2020

10 reasons to stop whipping racehorses, including new research revealing the likely pain it causes

Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney and Bidda Jones, University of Sydney

New research showing clear similarities between pain receptors in human and horses’ skin raises fresh questions about whether the widespread practice is ethical or even effective.

April 12, 2020

Animal welfare: our good intentions usually fall short. Here are 4 ways to shop responsibly

Amelia Cornish, University of Sydney; Bidda Jones, University of Sydney; Louise Grimmer, University of Tasmania, and Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney

The overwhelming majority of us say we care about animal welfare. But when it comes to shopping, our actions often take a different turn.

October 21, 2019

We could reduce the slaughter of racehorses if we breed them for longer racing careers

Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney; Bidda Jones, University of Sydney, and Cathrynne Henshall, Charles Sturt University

Race horses should be bred for both speed and durability so owners have an incentive to keep them racing fit and away from the abattoirs.

May 14, 2019

Not just activists, 9 out of 10 people are concerned about animal welfare in Australian farming

Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney; Amelia Cornish, University of Sydney, and Bidda Jones, University of Sydney

It’s not only banner-waving activists who care about animal welfare, a recent government report found the majority of people surveyed have concerns and want reform.