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The "code" mentioned in the content is a legal document.
The "code" mentioned in the content is a legal document.
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What is the primary purpose of the "Animal Welfare Act" (Act 1)?
What is the primary purpose of the "Animal Welfare Act" (Act 1)?
According to the content, what is the difference between ethology and applied ethology?
According to the content, what is the difference between ethology and applied ethology?
Ethology is the study of animal behavior from an evolutionary perspective, while applied ethology applies that knowledge to domesticated animals.
After a draft code is submitted to the NFACC, it is ______ before being released.
After a draft code is submitted to the NFACC, it is ______ before being released.
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Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
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What is the primary source of information for each issue of the commodity group's publication?
What is the primary source of information for each issue of the commodity group's publication?
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What happens if the practices associated with a particular code fail to meet the requirements?
What happens if the practices associated with a particular code fail to meet the requirements?
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The process of creating and implementing the codes involves only a single committee.
The process of creating and implementing the codes involves only a single committee.
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What are the five freedoms of animal welfare?
What are the five freedoms of animal welfare?
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The three circles of animal welfare are basic health & functioning, affective states, and natural living.
The three circles of animal welfare are basic health & functioning, affective states, and natural living.
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What are examples of alternative housing options for sows during gestation?
What are examples of alternative housing options for sows during gestation?
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Match the following methods of humane killing with their respective categories:
Match the following methods of humane killing with their respective categories:
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The three R's of animal research stand for ______, ______, and ______
The three R's of animal research stand for ______, ______, and ______
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of early domestication of animals?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of early domestication of animals?
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What is vivisection, and who is credited with pioneering this practice?
What is vivisection, and who is credited with pioneering this practice?
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The practice of anti-vivisection emerged during the 15th century.
The practice of anti-vivisection emerged during the 15th century.
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What is the purpose of the National Form Animal Care Council (NFAAC)?
What is the purpose of the National Form Animal Care Council (NFAAC)?
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The Canadian Criminal Code allows causing animals to suffer under certain circumstances.
The Canadian Criminal Code allows causing animals to suffer under certain circumstances.
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Name one type of animal usage mentioned that contributes to society.
Name one type of animal usage mentioned that contributes to society.
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The rise of livestock production occurred in the _____ century.
The rise of livestock production occurred in the _____ century.
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Match the following practices with their descriptions:
Match the following practices with their descriptions:
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Which of the following aspects of behavior helps in understanding why animals behave the way they do?
Which of the following aspects of behavior helps in understanding why animals behave the way they do?
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The study of behavior evolution focuses solely on the genetics of species.
The study of behavior evolution focuses solely on the genetics of species.
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Who proposed categories of questions regarding animal behavior?
Who proposed categories of questions regarding animal behavior?
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Behaviour evolution requires variation in behaviour between individuals, behaviour being ________ and selective advantages in certain behaviour.
Behaviour evolution requires variation in behaviour between individuals, behaviour being ________ and selective advantages in certain behaviour.
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Match the following behaviors with their descriptions:
Match the following behaviors with their descriptions:
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What is one of the reasons to study animal behavior?
What is one of the reasons to study animal behavior?
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Noises and smells are categorized as aspects of animal behavior.
Noises and smells are categorized as aspects of animal behavior.
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What are two categories of questions regarding animal behavior mentioned in the content?
What are two categories of questions regarding animal behavior mentioned in the content?
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Which ethical view states that animals have no moral standing and can be used as one wishes?
Which ethical view states that animals have no moral standing and can be used as one wishes?
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According to utilitarianism, it is morally acceptable to exploit animals if there is minimal suffering.
According to utilitarianism, it is morally acceptable to exploit animals if there is minimal suffering.
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What is anthropomorphism in the context of animal ethics?
What is anthropomorphism in the context of animal ethics?
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Animals in ethical discussions are often considered to have a ________ moral status.
Animals in ethical discussions are often considered to have a ________ moral status.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 Animal Freedoms?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 Animal Freedoms?
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Match the following ethical views with their descriptions:
Match the following ethical views with their descriptions:
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The contextual approach is based on the idea that all animals deserve equal treatment regardless of their species.
The contextual approach is based on the idea that all animals deserve equal treatment regardless of their species.
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What does the term 'sentient' mean in relation to animals?
What does the term 'sentient' mean in relation to animals?
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Study Notes
Animal Welfare vs. Animal Rights
- Domestication creates a human-animal relationship with dependence and vulnerability, impacting animal "moral status".
- Animal ethics examines the morality of actions towards animals, using knowledge and reasoning.
- Anthropomorphism is attributing human characteristics to animals.
Five Views of Humanity and Animals
- Contractarianism: Animals have no moral standing; humans can use and abuse them at will.
- Utilitarianism: Animal use is acceptable if there's minimal suffering.
- Animal Rights: Animals have basic rights to life, liberty, and respectful treatment. Sentience and cognitive abilities give animals a moral standing.
- Contextual Approach: Human-animal relationships vary by species.
- Respect for Nature: Considering conservation and the loss of a species.
Animal Welfare and the 5 Freedoms
- The 5 freedoms are fundamental aspects of animal welfare, encompassing freedom from hunger, discomfort, pain, disease, and fear and distress. These are legislated standards.
Three Circles of Animal Welfare
- Basic health and functionality.
- Affective states (emotional well-being).
- Natural living conditions (environment).
Breaking Animal Rights
- Issues and concerns about practices like sow gestation crates and conventional cages.
- Alternatives include sow group housing and furnished housing systems.
- Humane killing methods (captive bolt pistols, electrical stunning, CO2 gas).
The 3Rs
- Replacement: Using non-animal methods or different animal models.
- Reduction: Minimizing the number of animals used.
- Refinement: Minimizing pain, distress, and enhancing welfare.
Animals in History
- Hunter-gatherer relationships and animal migration patterns.
- Early domestication around 8000 BC.
- Animal testing and medicine, including Aristotle's vivisection.
- Medieval Period's reliance on animals, and later the rise of livestock.
- 20th and 21st centuries' focus on animal welfare and sustainable production.
- Modern day animal use in labs, teaching, wildlife, hunting, sporting activities, zoos, tourism, and farming.
Canadian Laws and Animal Welfare
- Canadian Criminal Code prohibits causing animals suffering due to neglect, pain, or injury.
- National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) coordinates a national approach for farm animal welfare policy.
- This includes widespread stakeholder participation and science-based codes of practice.
Code Development Process
- National commodity groups initiate development.
- Scientists are recognized for their expertise.
- Literature reviews are conducted for each key issue.
- Scientific committees prepare code drafts for review by peer colleagues.
- Draft codes are finalized and released by the NFACC.
- Codes are reviewed to ensure the inclusion of mandatory elements and standards.
German Laws
- German animal welfare law prioritizes animal welfare by protecting animal lives and wellbeing.
- Harm is not permitted without justification.
- Enforcement can result in imprisonment for offenses concerning animal welfare.
Animal Behaviour
- Ethology: The evolutionary study of animal behaviour.
- Applied ethology: Applies ethological principles to domestic animals.
- Animal behaviour covers all actions of an animal (static or active positions, noises like barks or meows, and smells or color changes).
- Dutch biologist Nikolaas Tinbergen identified four key questions for studying animal behavior: start point, development, purpose, evolution.
Aspects of Animal Behaviour
- Learning (conditioning)
- Imprinting (early learning/attachment).
- Play.
- Genetics (influence on behaviour).
- Behaviour evolution (variation, heritability, and selective advantages in behaviour).
- Sexual behaviour (altricial or precocial characteristics).
- Parental behaviour.
- Personality and interaction of genetics and environment.
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Explore the complex topics of animal welfare and rights in this quiz. Investigate various ethical perspectives on human-animal relationships and the implications of domestication. Understand the significance of the 5 Freedoms in ensuring animal well-being.
