Today, this conversation has expanded into "One Health" initiatives—the idea that animal welfare, human health, and environmental stability are deeply linked. For example, better welfare for livestock can reduce the risk of zoonotic diseases (like COVID-19 or Avian Flu), benefiting everyone. Conclusion
Animal welfare refers to the physical and psychological well-being of animals, encompassing their living conditions, health, and treatment. Animal rights, on the other hand, advocate for the inherent rights of animals to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion, and to be free from exploitation and cruelty. Today, this conversation has expanded into "One Health"
: This philosophy argues that animals have fundamental rights to life and liberty that should not be overridden for human benefit. Rights advocates generally seek to end the exploitation of animals entirely, rather than just improving the conditions of their use. Key Frameworks & Models Animal rights, on the other hand, advocate for