Contents
Introduction
Animal ethics – Its importance
Ethical theories
Ethical analysis
References
Description
Rational argument about the right and wrong way to treat animals is made more difficult by the deep love that many of us feel for animals. This raises fundamental questions about the basis of moral rights in the context of animal treatment and rights. This paper addresses the important ethical issues related to animal rights. It also looks into the different ethical theories and observes how they are significant in terms of animal rights. The paper critically analyzes the Utilitarian ethical theory and its impact on animal welfare.