One afternoon, as they sat together on a bench, Sophie turned to Maya and asked, "Why do people hurt animals? Don't they know that they're living beings, too?"
is grounded in the belief that humans have a right to use animals for food, research, and companionship, provided that the animals are treated humanely. The focus is on the quality of life. This is often guided by the "Five Freedoms": Freedom from hunger and thirst. Freedom from discomfort. Freedom from pain, injury, or disease. Freedom to express normal behavior. Freedom from fear and distress. The Importance of Animal Welfare and Rights One