Robertson, Ian A.,

Animals, welfare and the law : fundamental principles for critical assessment / Ian A. Robertson. - xi, 287 pages ;

Includes bibliographical references and index.

29 fundamental principles of animal welfare law -- Introduction -- What's so important about animal welfare? -- The need for critical assessment rather than emotional reaction -- Religion and reaction : the foundation of animal welfare law -- National law : the public's voice of what is acceptable -- International law is international "persuasion" -- Critically assessing the use of animals in research -- Critically assessing the use of animals in agriculture -- The continuing journey of animal welfare and law.

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