Animal Welfare

The welfare of animals continues to increase in recognition and concern throughout the world, with more and more research in the field offering new insights into the optimal conditions and treatment for the animals we live and work with. Providing a broad introduction to the key topics in the welfare of animals large and small, farm and companion, wild andzoo, this fully updated textbook covers ethics, animal pain and injury, health and disease and social conditions, welfareissues and problems, their assessment, and solutions. With contributions from renowned international experts AnimalWelfare, 2nd Edition is an essential resource for students and researchers in animal and veterinary sciences.