Animal testing is the use of non-human animals in experiments that seek to control the variables that affect the behavior or biological system under study. The United Kingdom was the first country in the world to implement laws protecting animals. In 1822 an Act to Prevent the Cruel and Improper Treatment of Cattle was passed by Parliament. The UK government has publicly stated that animals are sentient beings, not merely commodities, and has confirmed its commitment to the highest possible standards of animal welfare. Animal Welfare Act, an overhaul of pet abuse laws replacing the Protection of Animals Act, came into force in England and Wales in 2007.
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@8YP3TCQ3yrs3Y
depending on the product
@8YJTWZL3yrs3Y
No, however if the animal is already passed, it should be allowed.
@8YJTTFG3yrs3Y
animals should not be used for testing ANYTHING WHATSOEVER. it is animals cruelty.
@8Y9T3CK3yrs3Y
As long as the animal is happy and live a good life
@8XRG54P3yrs3Y
only for life saving medical uses
@8XCL3L33yrs3Y
No, this brings pain to animals and as we can't communicate with them, they don't have a choice.
@8WKMW653yrs3Y
YES, but not all of them
@8WKMTV83yrs3Y
They should use criminals with a death sentence instead of animals.
@8WKMSVP3yrs3Y
Only if extremely necessary
@8S7VYMD4yrs4Y
Ideally, no because it's an outrage and cruel. However, I remember watching at school someone with cystic fibrosis and he said that if it wasn't for animal testing, he may not be alive because he wouldn't have known which medication to take to try and control his condition.
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