Animal Rights: Activism vs. Animal Welfare

Animal rights refers to the belief that animals have inherent rights, similar to human rights, and should not be exploited or harmed for human benefit. Activism in this context often involves direct action and advocacy to challenge injustices against animals. On the other hand, animal welfare focuses on the humane treatment and care of animals within human use, such as farming and research. It seeks to ensure that animals live healthy, safe lives, even if they are used for human purposes. While both aim to improve the lives of animals, they differ in their philosophies about human-animal relationships.