Biology and Management of Animal Welfare

The Biology and Management of Animal Welfare provides a concise and up-to-date review of current knowledge on the biological processes affecting animal welfare, and the implications of our improved understanding of those biological principles for assessing and managing the welfare status of individuals and populations. It covers topics such as the difference between animal welfare and animal rights, the prevention of unnecessary suffering, and alternatives to animal experimentation. The text is written by authors who work in the field and is intended for postgraduate courses in animal welfare, veterinary faculties, and elsewhere.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2018
Publisher: Whittles Publishing

This comprehensive book offers a timely and insightful examination of the biological mechanisms that influence animal welfare, as well as the emerging implications stemming from our enhanced comprehension of these biological principles in terms of available strategies for assessing and managing the welfare of individuals and populations. Recognizing the profound influence of cultural and ethical norms on our concern for animals and their well-being, the book delves into the intricate interplay between biological principles and the ethical framework governing our attitudes toward animal welfare.

The Biology and Management of Animal Welfare explores a range of topics that are not covered in other texts, emphasizing the distinction between animal welfare and animal rights, as well as distinguishing between welfare and evolutionary fitness. It also addresses the challenging issue of necessary versus unnecessary suffering, acknowledging that most legislation aims to prevent unnecessary harm but fails to define it explicitly. Additionally, a box feature explores how human psychological development can shape attitudes toward animals and how psychological dysfunctions can often be predicted based on attitudes toward animals.

The book includes a dedicated chapter on alternatives to animal experimentation, emphasizing the principles of Refine, Reduce, and Replace. Written by esteemed authors who actively engage in the field and regularly contribute to postgraduate courses in animal welfare, veterinary faculties, and other relevant contexts, the text maintains a concise and focused approach to convey the essential principles while providing comprehensive references to guide the reader in further exploration of the broader background literature.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 217 x 155 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849953665