Background Information
Animal rights refers to the rights of animals to be free from inhumane and cruel treatment. Use the following sources to learn more about issues central to the animal rights movement, including factory farming conditions and animal testing.
- Animal RightsA reference resource focusing on social and moral issues surrounding animal rights.
- Grzimek’s Animal EncyclopediaGives specific facts (evolution, physical characteristics, diet, behavior, etc.) about specific animals. To search, just type in the name of the animal.
- The Global Guide to Animal ProtectionA collection of articles examining the protection and exploitation of animals around the world.
- BioethicsArticles on ethical issues in biology. Includes entries on animal research, as well as animal welfare and rights.
- The Philosophy of FoodIncludes several essays pertaining to the history and ethics of raising animals for food.
- Gale Encyclopedia of American LawCovers today's leading cases, major statutes, legal terms and concepts, notable persons involved with the law, and important documents.