Recognition and better conditions
The Animal Labour Union strives for recognition of (a form of) labor rights for working animals. In doing so, we are doing nothing other than what the traditional trade unions were once aimed at: striving for a fair balance of power between employer and employee in the workplace.
We also fight for better working conditions. Working animals have the right to a safe living and working environment, free time and pension. Maternity and parental leave is also a theme. In addition, the trade union for animals wants attention for (limiting) the production capacity of the animals.
No More Sows in Cages
An average breeding sow farm has over 800 sows. The "task" of these animals is to "produce" piglets, which are fattened for slaughter...
Chattering Hens in Intensive Farming
Chattering—that’s what I call it when my three rescued laying hens are out in the garden scratching around. Their sounds are a mix of...
Animals That Give Each Other Names
If Animals Give Each Other Names, Is Naming Really Uniquely Human? The idea of naming animals sparked debate in the 1950s when Jane...
About Animal Labour Union
The Animal Labour Union represents the animal workers in animal husbandry. Animals that provide a product or service to their employer, who…
Working Animals
Animals that provide (financial) added value for their employer/owner are working animals. Working animals can be found everywhere.
Communication with Animals
Animals can communicate very well. Anyone who lives around animals knows this. They let you know if they are hungry, want to go outside or experience pain.
Legislation and Research
Animals are protected in various places in the law. The Animals Act sets requirements for the way in which different animal species may be kept.