Animal Cruelty In The Nineteenth Century

Bentham disputed that infants and the disabled should be treated such as animals because infants and the disabled are weak and defenseless like most animals. In the third place, the 19th century had an outburst of people who were interested in animal protection. The 19th century produced multiple laws, groups, and acts such as the Martins act, an act which focused on the treatment of horses noted Author Debbie Legge and Editor Simon Brooman in their book "Law Relating to Animals"2 (p12), and instituted groups whose purpose was preventing cruelty to animals. The groups sent men to inspect markets, slaughter houses and livestock reproduced by the Animal Legal and Historical Center 3, In fact, the most recognized organization for animals that was apart of the elite group that sent out inspectors was named the SPCA or more formally know as the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Like humans, animals have rights too. Back in the old days, animals didn’t have any rights because some people thought they had no feelings of pain. Scientist used them in experiments because of this theory. It came to the point where animals, especially cats and dogs, who were homeless, unwanted, and even sheltered were sent to research institutes (Monamy 29). Monkeys also started getting attention from scientists. Many animals used for these experiments were being mistreated. Many humane groups were furious and started taking action. The Laboratory Animal Welfare Act was enacted in 1966 due to two

Many people may not know that animal cruelty has been around for hundreds of years. . In the article "Animal Cruelty Prosecution" published by American Prosecution Research Institute found that, The Puritans of the Massachusetts Bay Colony established “The Body of Liberties” found by the Animal Cruelty Prosecution, in 1641. The Body of Liberties was a document written for the protection of animals from unnecessary pain and suffering. Animal cruelty happens every day whether it is from starving, beating, lack of medical care or proper housing for animals. We are in need of stricter laws to help fight the rights of animals. Animal laws should be more strict on people

One such important law that was signed in 1966 was the Animal Welfare Act that regulates the treatment of animals in research, exhibition, transport, and by dealers.

The first instances we see animal rights would be in the bible in the book of genesis where Adam is given dominion over the fish, fowl, cattle and every creepy thing that creeps on earth and it is said that on the seventh day of rest, the animals are supposed to rest also. Also in the bible it mentions forbidding plowing with an ox and ass together because it would be difficult for the ass to keep up with the powerful ox. In the 19th century we start to see more concern for animal protection whereas before if someone was found guilty of hurting an animal it was because the animal was a piece of “property”. We start to see badger baiting, bull baiting, and cock fighting start to be looked down upon and the implementation of bans. The first ASPCA which was an animal protection group that was founded by Henry Bergh in April 1866 would create the “declaration of the rights of animals” which gave the ASPCA authority to enforce anti-cruelty legislation. In the 1900’s although legislation was passed for animal cruelty, the animals still didn’t have any rights and we started to see an increase in animal use which started to lead to more animal extinctions due to over farming. These laws came after the book was written but I would think that this was another reason for Dr. Moreau to conduct

In 1789, an animal testing moral debate was started by Barristor and Jeremy Beuthom they were quoted to say, “Can the animals suffer?” (CAAT) After this debate in 1813 by the two debaters, Marshall Hall proposed a Code of Ethics for experimenting on animals. In England of 1895, Queen Victoria asked to condemn the horrible practice of testing on animals. However, a British surgeon testified that this would restrict and prevent further scientific discoveries. In 1876, right before the Pasteur used animals to study infectious disease, the British Curelty to Animals Act was unveiled. In this act animal testers had to apply for a license each year before testing on animals. And also any experiments that would inflict pain to the animals would need special permissions. (CAAT) The Three R’s of animal testing was introduced in 1989 by Russell and Burch when the published “The Principles of Human Experimental Techniques.” This publication stated:

Animal abuse is something that has been around since ancient times. Even Aristotle, in his own way, abused animals. He believed that animals were merely possessions. Aristotle even wrote in his Great Chain of Being how he believed the species on earth were arranged in a hierarchy, with humans being at the top and animals at the bottom, and that those at the bottom were only meant to serve those above them (“Animal Rights”). However, because they believed in the transmigration of the soul between humans and animals, the Pythagoreans and Neo Platonists thought that people should respect animals and their interests. So while many people may not have treated animals

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was established over one hundred and thirty years ago.

Worldwide, the first law to regulate animal experimentation was the Cruelty to Animals Act in 1876. It established a central governing body that reviewed all animal use in research. After that, numerous countries in Europe adopted regulations regarding research with animals. In all animal research, prior to undergoing any examinations on animals, researchers must demonstrate that there is no alternative to using animals and that the likely benefits of the science outweigh any potential

Throughout the years there were lot of laws that were made to protect the animals but still not enough. The first ever law made in Canada was in 1866 called “Declaration of Rights of Animal``. Not just in Canada but all around the world animals are not treated right, even though they have equal rights on the planet as humans. If animals have equal rights as us then humans has no rights to take them away but on the day of today animal’s rights are taken away. As citizens it is our responsibility to follow the laws but when it comes to animals laws, they are not followed. Being cruel is not something that should be done because in all the advanced countries everyone is taught to respect one another and to be kind. The laws need to be more

The Impact of the Animal Welfare Act All living things should be given the right to adequate care. Animals have the right to be treated humanely. The Animal Welfare Act sets the standard for how animals are allowed to be treated. This act has saved the lives of many animals in the United States since it was created in 1966. While lacking broader protection some would like to have, the Animal Welfare Act has made a positive impact on the welfare of our nation’s animals, by limiting the types of testing on animals and has proven to be a standard for other countries around the world who have implemented similar policies to protect the rights of animals..

animal cruelty seems to be an ongoing problem in the U.S. And I feel animal cruelty laws need

Each year, the most extreme cases of animal abuse receive media attention. Yet, the animal cruelty problem is more widespread than is reported in the media. Animal abuse and neglect is a nationwide issue, affecting thousands of animals nationwide. Cruelty to animals is defined as the infliction of physical pain, suffering or death on an animal, beyond what is necessary. There is a need to stop abusers from acting in such a horrific manner–preventing the neglect and suffering of the animals. What causes animal abusers to act in such a cruel way towards animals? How are cases of animal abuse being managed, and how should cases be handled? Finally, does the status of animals in society contribute to the rate of their abuse?

Due to this act any unnecessary physical or mental suffering to an animal can be an offence against the act. Another two offences under this act is the mutilation of animals e.g. docking of tails and the selling or giving of a pet to anyone under the age of 16 years. Prosecutions and Penalties can also be given depending on how serious the offence is.

There were no any laws made to protect animal rights before 1977. Society's attitudes about animals have varied over different historical periods. Some group of people thought animals do not feel pain because they don’t have self-awareness and capacity to exercise. While some thought they have mental ability and feel pain and pleasure, but couldn’t express it. From the article we know that different people had different opinion on animal rights, and the contradiction last for a long period of time. But over time, the issue of animal rights has gradually come to occupy more space, and there was some historical evidence of legal proceedings and sentences imposed on wild and