focuses on the quality of life and humane treatment of animals under human care, animal rights
The push for better treatment currently focuses on several high-impact sectors:
Whether you are motivated by reducing pain (welfare) or respecting autonomy (rights), the trajectory of history is clear. We no longer hold human chattel; we are slowly moving away from animal chattel. We no longer tolerate bear-baiting or dog-fighting; we are moving away from foie gras and veal crates.
is a pragmatic, anthropocentric (human-centered) philosophy. It argues that because animals can feel pain, fear, and distress, humans have a moral obligation to prevent unnecessary suffering. However, welfare advocates generally accept that humans have the right to use animals for food, clothing, research, and entertainment—provided that their lives are "humane" and their deaths are "painless." The goal of welfare is to regulate the conditions of exploitation.
The Moral Compass: Navigating the Landscape of Animal Welfare and Rights