Flashcards on Animal Welfare and Ethics

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What is animal welfare?

The well-being of animals, including their physical and mental health.

Why is animal welfare important?

Animal welfare is important because it ensures that animals are treated with kindness and respect, and helps prevent animal cruelty.

What are some examples of animal welfare practices?

Providing proper nutrition, shelter, and veterinary care.

What is animal ethics?

The study of moral values and principles as they apply to animals.

Why is animal ethics important?

Animal ethics helps us make ethical decisions regarding the treatment of animals and considers their rights and well-being.

What are some ethical considerations in animal welfare?

Avoiding unnecessary animal testing, using humane farming practices, and promoting conservation of endangered species.

What is animal cruelty?

Intentionally causing harm or suffering to animals.

Why is it important to prevent animal cruelty?

Preventing animal cruelty is important to protect animals from unnecessary pain and suffering.

What are some signs of animal abuse?

Physical injuries, malnutrition, fearfulness, and unnatural behavior.

What are some ways to promote animal welfare?

Adopting animals from shelters, reporting animal abuse, and supporting organizations that advocate for animal rights.

What is factory farming?

A system of mass production of animals for food, where animals are often kept in confined and overcrowded conditions.

What are the ethical concerns related to factory farming?

Animal cruelty, environmental degradation, and public health issues due to the use of antibiotics and hormones in animal agriculture.

What is animal liberation?

The philosophical view that animals have the right to live free from human exploitation and should not be used for food, clothing, or entertainment.

What are the arguments for animal liberation?

Animals are capable of experiencing pain and pleasure, have inherent value, and should not be treated as mere objects for human use.

What are the arguments against animal liberation?

Some argue that animals do not possess certain moral rights, and that human interests should take precedence.

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What is the study of moral values and principles as they apply to animals?



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