ANIMAL WELFARE VS. ANIMAL RIGHTS
An important distinction to make when dealing with animal issues is the
difference between animal welfare and animal rights. After learning the
difference between the two philosophies, it is easier to distinguish
between organizations that directly help animals and those who wish to
end the use of animals.
Animal Welfare - based on principles of humane care and use. Organizations
who support animal welfare principles seek to improve the treatment and
well-being of animals. Supporting animal welfare premises means believing
humans have the right to use animals, but along with that right comes the
responsibility to provide proper and humane care and treatment.
Animal Rights - organizations that support animal rights philosophies seek
to end the use and ownership of animals. Animal rights organizations seek
to abolish by law: the raising of farm animals for food and clothing, rodeos,
circuses, zoos, hunting, trapping, fishing, the use of animals in lifesaving
biomedical research, the use of animals in education and the breeding of
pets. |
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