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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Providing that any outcome is species relevant and that the benefits could prevent undeniable catastrophe
@9PJJ7DY9mos9MO
Yes, but not for cosmetics, and only when no other viable option can be found - with a move towards phasing out.
@9TQCCGN6mos6MO
For now, yes but not for cosmetics, however we need to look at developing a different way to test products.
@96BTMMM2yrs2Y
@9677WZ22yrs2Y
Yes if it is an animal that is no where near to extinction
@96646C72yrs2Y
yes, but only if there is no chance of harming them
@96643992yrs2Y
Yes, but make sure they are as safe as possible first.
@96642XW2yrs2Y
It depends on what they are doing to them
@9663Y8S2yrs2Y
If they are going to die anyways then there is no fatal risk
@95Q52RV3yrs3Y
Yes, but not for cosmetics, and only after there is relative theoretical proof that the drug is safe
@95Q4X6R3yrs3Y
Only if the drug is not dangerous. If we do not know its dangerous then we should not.
@92FXBBK3yrs3Y
yes but humanely, if there is pain or side affects that could cause inhumane treatment on any level then no. The animal should be happy.
@8ZL2GLY3yrs3Y
Yes but only with consent and approval from animal rights charities
@8ZJJTNGConservative3yrs3Y
on animals that have consent from their owners
@8XBNMGP3yrs3Y
No because you could kill innocent animals
@8S77NHLLiberal Democrat4yrs4Y
Difficult question nit for cosmetics but if medical then if very carefully monitored and only if no other way then we may have to do it.
@8RR45774yrs4Y
Yes, but as long as it doesn’t permanently harm or diminish the rights of the animal.
@8RN3MQ7Conservative4yrs4Y
Yes, but making sure the animal isn't harmed
@98SZ7P32yrs2Y
Yes, but support human trials for those willing to take part in the early stages to replace animals.
@95W75J53yrs3Y
It depends on the drug being tested
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