In this chapter, I argue that orthodox analytic animal rights theory faces two metalevel problems: the equivocation problem and the placement problem. The equivocation problem is that the basic animal rights argument commits a fallacy of equivocation. Following Darwin, it is a truism that human ...
Any rabbit that develops a behavior problem should be evaluated for medical problems because, as with all domestic species, a change in behavior may be the first indication of illness or injury. For example, a rabbit that suddenly becomes aggressive to anyone attempting to pet it on the head ...
Abstract The current views of sex determination in birds are considered mostly with the example ofGallus gallus domesticus, the species best studied in this respect. Data on the appearance of primordial germ cells, their migration to the primordial gonads, the role of hormonal factors in the regul...
We now live in an age where anyone can have their voice heard with just a few clicks. This means previously overlooked sociological concerns are ripe for examination - and some healthy debate. What popular social issues do you care most about? There are those...
When evaluating an animal because of undesirable behavior, first gather sufficient evidence to exclude any medical problems that might be causing or contributing to behavioral signs. Understanding the risk factors and safety concerns associated with the undesirable behavior is essential both before and...
Second, an animal model showed that the SN could moderate the degeneration and apoptosis of dopaminergic neurons, which play a key role in preventing depressive symptom [9]. Based on a study of patients with traumatic brain injury, it was found that the connection between the SN and the left...
Clicker training requires frequent practice and excellent timing; however, once mastery is achieved, the animal can be reinforced each time the desired behavior is observed. Response Substitution Response substitution involves the replacement of an undesirable response with a desirable one. Fo...
Fox and raccoon dogs are generally electrocuted through the mouth and anus; a method with potential to inflict severe pain and distress on the animal. Mink are semi-aquatic and highly evolved physiologically to hold their breath. They are therefore prone to hypoxia, which means they can suffer ...
- 《Animal Welfare》 被引量: 61发表: 2009年 Bird Flu: New Outbreaks but an Old Problem for Intensive European Poultry Bird flu or avian influenza continues to cause problems at European level, with new outbreaks of disease being reported, including those identified in January 2020 in Romania....
- 《Italian Journal of Animal Science》 被引量: 5发表: 0年 The Problems and Paradoxes with the EU's Regulation of Traineeships: A Way Forward Traineeships are becoming too big an issue to ignore: over half of all young Europeans now complete one. This article provides the first ...