Animals, Welfare and the Law Fundamental Principles for Critical Assessment [Paperback]

In this objective, practical and authoritative introductory text the author reveals how the fundamental principles of the human-animal relationship drive the development of animal law.

The book explains the criteria by which the lawful use of animals is determined, and how these criteria impact evolving standards of animal protection and define the responsibilities of people in their interactions with animals. The author identifies 29 key principles which constitute the core knowledge necessary for people involved in debating, assessing, and guiding the evolution of societys national and international rulebook of animal welfare law. The book also considers animal welfare and law in the context of a global market through discussion of common issues such as climate change, biosecurity, food safety and food supply.

Based on successful law courses run by the author and his own expertise as an animal law lecturer, prosecutor and specialist legal adviser, the book combines insights from science, ethics and law to provide an essential understanding of what informs society and the law with regards to animals and their welfare.

29 Fundamental Principles of Animal Welfare Law 

1. Introduction 

Part 1: Animal Welfare and the Need for a Critical Perspective 

2. Whats So Important about Animal Welfare? 

3. The Need for Critical Assessment rather than Emotional Reaction 

Part 2: The Foundational Principles of Animal Welfare Law 

4. Religion and Reaction: the Foundation of Animal Welfare Law 

5. National Law: the Publics Voice of What is Acceptable 

6. International Law is International Persuasion  

Part 3: Putting the Principles and Law into Practice