Encyclopedia of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare, Volume 1

Encyclopedia of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare, Volume 1

A multidisciplinary encyclopedia exploring animal rights, animal welfare, and human responsibilities toward animals. It presents diverse perspectives from philosophy, science, law, veterinary medicine, sociology, ecology, and other fields, helping readers understand the history, debates, and development of animal protection movements.

Key Features

• Covers animal rights and animal welfare
• Explores ethical and philosophical perspectives
• Includes contributions from more than 125 experts
• Discusses animal experimentation and research
• Examines endangered species and conservation
• Covers animal protection movements worldwide
• Includes perspectives from veterinary science and animal behavior
• Explores legal, political, and social dimensions
• Provides definitions of important concepts and terminology
• Includes biographies of influential thinkers and researchers
• Takes a multidisciplinary approach to animal welfare issues
• Useful for students, teachers, researchers, veterinarians, and animal welfare professionals