Is there a middle path? Some ethicists argue for "welfare abolitionism," the idea that by imposing stringent welfare standards (such as mandating pasture-based farming), we will raise the cost of animal products so high that society naturally shifts to plant-based alternatives.
Welfare advocates do not seek to abolish the use of animals; they seek to improve the conditions under which animals live and die. A welfare advocate wants a larger cage, not an empty cage. Is there a middle path
Distinguish between Animal Welfare (quality of life) and Animal Rights (legal standing). A welfare advocate wants a larger cage, not an empty cage
The end of animals in entertainment, such as circuses or marine parks. Legal standing for non-human animals in court. The Intersection of Science and Sentience Legal standing for non-human animals in court
The world is slowly but surely shifting toward a more compassionate future for animals, and it’s being driven by everyday people who choose to pay attention.