Philosophy Archives - Page 7 of 29

Feb 23 2023 | Susan Gabriel

Abolitionism And Welfarism: Two Animal Advocacy Perspectives

Both abolitionists and welfarists advocate for the moral consideration of animals — but the way they practice their advocacy differs in potential implications for animals themselves. READ MORE

Feb 6 2023 | Kevin Xia

Euthanasia Without Contact: An Ethical Veterinary Challenge

The COVID-19 pandemic posed several unique ethical challenges for veterinarians. In this paper, the authors explore the difficult issue of low- and no-contact euthanasia. READ MORE

Feb 3 2023 | Kevin Xia

How Do Insect Farmers Feel About Slaughter?

Insect farming is largely unregulated in the U.K., including by existing animal welfare laws. How do insect farmers deal with the ambiguity in this rising industry? READ MORE

Jan 31 2023 | Erdem Ozan Meral

Extending One Health To Animal Disaster Management

In this paper, the authors explore whether a framework developed for responding to infectious diseases can be extended to promote animal welfare in the face of disasters. READ MORE

Jan 24 2023 | Nick Souter

Biases In AI Might Hurt Farmed Animals

Artificial intelligence can reinforce cultural biases. This article considers how it might support speciesism, contributing to animal oppression. READ MORE

Dec 12 2022 | Sara Streeter

When Do 100 Dogs Equal One Human?

Younger children assign a different moral weight to animals than adults do. Precisely when the change in attitudes occurs is not clear, but knowing more about it could give advocates an opening. READ MORE

Dec 9 2022 | Ozy Frantz

Moral Values And Animal Research

This study suggests that people’s approval of animal research depends on how they weigh the costs and benefits of the research specifically, not on their broader moral beliefs. READ MORE

Nov 14 2022 | Nick Souter

The Mental Endurance Of Bumblebees

Bumblebees are willing to endure pain for a reward – but only when it’s worth it. This suggests a capacity to feel pain, similar to mammals. READ MORE