: This is a science-based approach focused on the well-being of animals under human care. Welfarists believe humans can use animals for food, research, or companionship, provided they are treated humanely and their physical and mental needs are met.
The primary distinction lies in whether humans may use animals at all, or if that use must simply be humane. : This is a science-based approach focused on
: This paper explores the "bridge" between the two concepts, arguing that animal welfare systems are often incomplete because they focus on comfort (like the "Five Freedoms") without acknowledging a fundamental right to life. : This paper explores the "bridge" between the
After visiting the dogs, I decided to head over to the Beast Farm, a section of the zoo that was home to a variety of farm animals, including cows, pigs, and sheep. As I walked through the farm, I was struck by the sights and sounds of the animals going about their daily business. : This is a science-based approach focused on