The belief that animals have inherent rights and should be treated ethically, with consideration for their well-being. This includes advocating against animal cruelty, exploitation, and unnecessary harm.
Related terms
Animal Welfare: The concept of ensuring the overall welfare and quality of life for animals used in research or other practices.
Speciesism: Discrimination based on species membership, where one species is given more value or importance than another.
Sentience: The capacity to experience subjective feelings such as pain or pleasure. Animals are considered sentient beings.