Animal law and ethics are growing disciplines that address the intersections between the two, focusing on pressing moral issues and how law can protect animals from cruelty and abuse. The Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics has edited a book that explores historical perspectives and ethical–legal issues, followed by five practical case studies. It should act as a spur to further interdisciplinary work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 326 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2024
Publisher: Lexington Books

Animal law and ethics are rapidly evolving fields that intersect to address pressing moral issues and protect animals from cruelty and abuse. This comprehensive book, edited by Andrew Linzey and Clair Linzey, features contributions from fellow scholars at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics. Divided into three sections, the work explores historical perspectives and ethical-legal issues such as "personhood" and "property" before focusing on five practical case studies. The volume introduces readers to the interweaving between these subjects and should act as a spur to further interdisciplinary work.

Animal Law and Ethics: A Growing Discipline

Animal law and ethics are rapidly evolving fields that intersect to address pressing moral issues and protect animals from cruelty and abuse. This comprehensive book, edited by Andrew Linzey and Clair Linzey, features contributions from fellow scholars at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics. Divided into three sections, the work explores historical perspectives and ethical-legal issues such as "personhood" and "property" before focusing on five practical case studies. The volume introduces readers to the interweaving between these subjects and should act as a spur to further interdisciplinary work.

Introduction

Animal law and ethics are two important fields that are growing in importance worldwide. Animal law focuses on the legal rights and responsibilities of animals, while animal ethics explores the moral and ethical considerations related to the treatment of animals. This book aims to bring together scholars from around the world to address the intersections between these two fields and to explore how law can protect animals from cruelty and abuse. The book is edited by Andrew Linzey and Clair Linzey, and features contributions from many of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics' fellows. The book is divided into three sections, which explore historical perspectives and ethical-legal issues, before focusing on five practical case studies. The first section explores the historical development of animal law and ethics, while the second section examines the ethical-legal issues related to "personhood" and "property." The third section focuses on five practical case studies that illustrate the application of animal law and ethics in real-world situations. The book should act as a spur to further interdisciplinary work in this area, and will be of interest to scholars, practitioners, and anyone who cares about the welfare of animals.

Historical Perspectives and Ethical-Legal Issues

Animal law and ethics have a long and complex history, with roots in ancient civilizations and religious traditions. In this section, the book explores the historical development of animal law and ethics, including the emergence of animal rights movements in the 20th century and the development of animal welfare laws and policies. The book also examines the ethical-legal issues related to "personhood" and "property," which are central to the legal status of animals. "Personhood" refers to the legal recognition of animals as beings with moral rights, while "property" refers to the legal ownership of animals. The book argues that these issues are intertwined and that a comprehensive approach to animal law and ethics is necessary to protect animals from cruelty and abuse. The book also explores the ethical-legal issues related to animal experimentation, which has been a controversial topic for many years. The book argues that animal experimentation should be conducted with respect for animal welfare and that it should be limited to situations where it is necessary for scientific research. The book also explores the ethical-legal issues related to animal agriculture, which is a major contributor to environmental degradation and animal welfare concerns. The book argues that animal agriculture should be conducted in a way that is sustainable and that it should prioritize the welfare of animals. The book also explores the ethical-legal issues related to animal conservation, which is the protection and preservation of animal species and their habitats. The book argues that animal conservation should be conducted in a way that is sustainable and that it should prioritize the welfare of animals. The book also explores the ethical-legal issues related to animal welfare in the context of human-animal interactions, such as pet ownership and animal-assisted therapy. The book argues that animal welfare should be prioritized in these interactions and that animals should be treated with respect and kindness.

Practical Case Studies

The book features five practical case studies that illustrate the application of animal law and ethics in real-world situations. These case studies include the case of a dog who was rescued from a puppy mill, the case of a horse who was injured in a race, the case of a dolphin who was caught in a fishing net, the case of a monkey who was used in medical research, and the case of a whale who was stranded on a beach. Each case study explores the legal and ethical issues that were involved in the case, and the book provides a detailed analysis of the case and its implications for animal welfare. The book also provides a discussion of the legal and ethical challenges that were faced by the individuals involved in the case, and the book offers suggestions for how these challenges can be addressed in the future. The book also provides a discussion of the ethical implications of animal law and ethics for society as a whole. The book argues that animal law and ethics should be integrated into our legal and social systems, and that they should be used to promote animal welfare and to protect animals from cruelty and abuse. The book also argues that animal law and ethics should be used to promote social justice and to address the root causes of animal welfare concerns.

Conclusion

Animal law and ethics are two important fields that are growing in importance worldwide. This book aims to bring together scholars from around the world to address the intersections between these two fields and to explore how law can protect animals from cruelty and abuse. The book is edited by Andrew Linzey and Clair Linzey, and features contributions from many of the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics' fellows. The book is divided into three sections, which explore historical perspectives and ethical-legal issues, before focusing on five practical case studies. The book should act as a spur to further interdisciplinary work in this area, and will be of interest to scholars, practitioners, and anyone who cares about the welfare of animals.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 160 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666924169