The question is not, "Can they reason?" nor, "Can they talk?" but rather, "Can they suffer?" — Jeremy Bentham (1789)
Whether you are a welfarist fighting for slightly larger cages or a rights activist smashing the cage system entirely, the trajectory of history is clear. The circle of moral consideration, which began with the tribe, expanded to the nation, to all races, to women, and to children, is expanding again.
We urge you to take action to promote animal welfare and rights by:
Animal welfare refers to the physical and psychological well-being of animals. It encompasses their living conditions, health, and quality of life. Good animal welfare involves providing animals with a safe and comfortable environment, adequate food and water, and protection from pain, fear, and distress. However, animal welfare is often compromised in various industries, such as factory farming, animal testing, and entertainment.
(access to fresh water and a healthy diet).