The globally recognized framework for animal welfare is , originally formulated in 1965 by the UK Farm Animal Welfare Advisory Board:
Operates under the framework of the 3Rs : Replacement (finding alternative methods like computer modeling or tissue cultures), Reduction (using fewer animals per experiment), and Refinement (modifying procedures to minimize pain and distress). The globally recognized framework for animal welfare is
Access to fresh water and a diet to maintain health and vigor. It accepts that humans have the right to
Animal welfare operates on a utilitarian philosophy. It accepts that humans have the right to use animals for various purposes—such as food, research, companion animals, and labor—provided that the animals are treated humanely and spared unnecessary suffering. The core tenet of animal welfare is responsible stewardship. which include freedom from hunger/thirst
: Modern welfare standards often rely on the Five Freedoms , which include freedom from hunger/thirst, discomfort, pain/injury, fear/distress, and the freedom to express normal behavior.
While often used interchangeably in casual conversation, "animal welfare" and "animal rights" represent fundamentally different philosophical frameworks and practical goals.
