Animal Welfare Policy

Animal Welfare Law: International Progress and Gaps

Animal welfare legislation has advanced significantly in recent decades but major gaps remain, particularly for farmed animals and wildlife.

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Welfare Considerations

Legal frameworks for animal welfare have strengthened in many jurisdictions, but enforcement is inconsistent and major categories of animals remain inadequately protected. Fish, invertebrates, and wild animals are frequently excluded from welfare legislation. The growing recognition of animal sentience in law is creating new opportunities for reform.

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