38 J Yeates and D Bowles David Bowles is Assistant Director of Public Affairs and coordinates the RSPCA’s political, local government and campaign work David has worked for the RSPCA for 20 years, is a Board member of the Canine and Feline Sector Council, and the Association of Dog and Cat Homes, the umbrella organisation for organisations in the British Isles that run shelters He has published over 20 papers on issues ranging from primate behaviour to the effect of free trade on animals