Treated Like Animals: Improving the Lives of the Creatures We Own, Eat and Use

We use animals for food, research, recreation, and companionship, and in 2020, 2.88 million scientific procedures involving living animals were carried out in Great Britain. We have a duty to understand, care, and exert influence over how animals are used, but we are barely aware of it. This book is a must-read for anyone who has an interest in animals, as it highlights the inconsistencies in our attitudes, law, and acceptable practice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2023
Publisher: Pelagic Publishing

It is undeniable that we, as humans, have a profound impact on the lives of other creatures, whether through our use of animals for food, research, recreation, or companionship. In the United Kingdom alone, we consume around a billion chickens annually, while approximately 60% of all mammals on Earth are now livestock. In 2020, approximately 2.88 million scientific procedures involving living animals were carried out in Great Britain.

Given the scale and prevalence of these practices, it is essential for us, as consumers and citizens, to understand, care, and exert influence over how animals are used. However, due to the nature of these activities being deeply embedded in our daily lives and often occurring behind closed doors, we are often unaware of their extent. It is undeniable that the animals deserve better treatment.

Understanding the inconsistencies in our attitudes, laws, and acceptable practices is a crucial first step toward improving their welfare. This timely and insightful book offers valuable insights for anyone with an interest in animals, whether they are wild or domestic, free-living or captive. It provides a comprehensive examination of the various issues surrounding animal use, including the ethical implications, scientific advancements, and legal frameworks.

By delving into these topics, the book aims to empower readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed and intelligent decisions about the treatment of animals. It encourages a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between humans and animals and highlights the importance of treating them with respect and compassion.

Whether you are a seasoned animal rights activist or simply someone who cares about the well-being of our fellow creatures, this book is a must-read. It offers a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the complex issues surrounding animal use and provides a roadmap for positive change. Let us take responsibility for our actions and work towards a world where animals are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.

Weight: 482g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784273415