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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@9NR8K7Q 10mos10MO
Yes, but only if the product being tested is deemed 'necessary' for example, medicine and not cosmetics or other vanity items
@9FLBMXN2yrs2Y
it should depend on how dangerous the drug is to the animal
@9FKD6GZ2yrs2Y
Only in very uncertain times such as Covid
I am ambivalent on this . Definitely not for cosmetics but life saving vaccines or anti cancer drugs ..
@9FLBQH22yrs2Y
depends on the benefits of the drug being tested, if it has significant benefits and could save lives then it could be justified
@99QP9BH2yrs2Y
Only very particular animals.
@8YDT3CM3yrs3Y
Only for me fiscal purposes not like shampoos or makeup
@8S23DNT4yrs4Y
Only when it is deemed absolutely necessary for life-saving/altering medicines
@8RFXLT84yrs4Y
test it on rapists and extreme criminals
Yes and no, test in a humane way
@8PNTQFT4yrs4Y
Never for cosmetics, never for primates or sentient mammals. If necessary they must not be confined in small spaces or caused pain.
@8NRT8F44yrs4Y
Fund alternatives, such as using computer models if possible
@9C9BBVN2yrs2Y
Yes, but there should be strict regulations to ensure the animals’ quality of life and that they endure the least possible suffering with harsh penalties for breaching these rules.
@98GP4352yrs2Y
Perhaps if the drug is not harmful
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