Animal Rights vs. Animal Welfare

Animal Science II- Small Animal Care

Purpose of This Lesson

Does Animal Rights = Animal Welfare?What are the difference between the two?Who belongs in either category?Why is it important?What do you believe in?

Animal Rights vs. Animal Welfare

Animal Rights– The position that

animals should not be exploited.

• Belief that it is ethically, morally, and inherently wrong to use animals for human purposes under any condition.

Animal Welfare– The position that

animals should be treated humanely.

• Animals can be used for human purposes but that they should be treated so that any discomfort is kept to a minimum.

Which Am I?

Description of Person:– Animal Science major who

participates in all lab activities. Owns pets and enjoys being around animals. Volunteers for local animal rescue mission. Vegetarian, however, I do wear leather shoes and wool sweaters. I eat eggs and drink milk…What am I?

Which Am I?

Description of Person:– I am a hard-core vegan (I will not

eat meat, eggs or even drink milk!). I refuse to use products that have been tested on animals, and actively protest the use of animals for research or for entertainment purposes. What am I?