Animal rights is rooted in deontological (duty-based) philosophy. Philosophers like Tom Regan and Peter Singer argued that animals possess inherent value and have a right to life and liberty.
Animal Welfare and Rights: Navigating the Ethical Boundaries
The benchmark for welfare is often the "Five Freedoms," originally developed for livestock: Freedom from hunger and thirst. Freedom from discomfort. Freedom from pain, injury, or disease. Freedom to express normal behavior. Freedom from fear and distress. Animal Rights
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