Animal Welfare

Definition

Animal welfare refers to the physical and psychological well-being of animals under human care. It involves providing appropriate living conditions, nutrition, healthcare, and protection from harm or suffering.

Related terms

Animal rights: The belief that animals have inherent rights and should not be used for human purposes.

Factory farming: Intensive agricultural practices that prioritize high production rates but often compromise animal welfare.

Cruelty-free: Products or practices that do not involve any harm or suffering to animals during testing or production.