PETA ‘Rat’ Stands Against Bad Forced Swim Test Science
A scurrying PETA “rat” led supporters to Bristol Bridge to see a giant banner protesting the University of Bristol’s use of the forced swim test.
PETA Makes a Splash in Bristol With Drowning Rat Billboard
As part of our campaign against the University of Bristol, PETA has erected a billboard in the area to encourage it to drop the forced swim test.
‘Rat’ Dunked in Tank to Protest Cruel Tests at University of Bristol
A “rat” flailed in a tank filled with over 2,000 litres of water in Bristol’s Queen Square to urge the University of Bristol to ban the forced swim test.
The Things the University of Bristol Does to Rats Are Absolutely Awful – Joanna Lumley Agrees
BAFTA-winning actor and staunch animal rights activist Joanna Lumley has sent a letter on PETA’s behalf to the University of Bristol, speaking up for animals.
Chrissie Hynde ‘Horrified’ by University of Edinburgh’s Near-Drowning of Animals
Hynde is no “pretender” when it comes to her passion for animal rights, and she’s calling out the University of Edinburgh for its worthless near-drowning tests on mice and rats.
After PETA Push, UK Officials Discourage Forced Swim Test
Following urging from PETA, a Home Office–commissioned report recommends against using the forced swim test to screen new antidepressants.
What Happened at Our Forced Swim Test Virtual Disruptions?
PETA and fellow activists stormed the University of Bath’s and University of Bristol’s virtual open days to protest against the cruel forced swim test.
When Will the University of Edinburgh Stop Using the Forced Swim Test?
The University of Edinburgh continues to use mice and rats in the notorious forced swim test.
7 Forced Swim Test Myths Debunked
What is the forced swim test? Does it harm mice or tell us anything about depression in humans? Read on to find out.
Will Poulter Urges University of Bristol to Ban Forced Swim Experiments
Actor Will Poulter is urging the university to ban terrifying near-drowning experiences for rats and other small animals.