The Irish Anti-Vivisection Society will be taking part in the Dublin Mind Body Experience at the RDS on Friday 27th & Saturday 28th February, and Sunday 1st March 2026.
We are currently seeking IAVS members to help represent us on our stand. During the event, we will be raising awareness about Botox animal testing in the cosmetics industry and proudly re-launching our HUMANE Research Fund.
Imagine a rat or mouse trapped in a cylindrical, water-filled container. The walls are smooth; there is no way out. For several minutes, the animal swims around frantically and panicking until it gives up, expending only the bare minimum of energy to keep its head above water. Finally, the person conducting the experiment removes the animal from the container. The experiment is over. The rat (or mouse) is later killed.
The IAVS & LSCV demands a ban on the forced swim test in Switzerland! Please sign and share this petition with your friends and family!
