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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@9PHTWDF10mos10MO
Never for cosmetics, as for potential crucial medical advancements, every single consideration should be given to ensure that no animal suffers due to any testing. This should be oversaw by a regulatory body with strong sanctions put in place. Any request to undertake such tests must be approved on a case by case basis.
@9LM2JGS12mos12MO
Yes, as long as it’s played in a humane way. for example if the animal is suffering, put it down or treat it
@9D6P9262yrs2Y
Yes, but only for relatively unintelligent species
@9N32XRH10mos10MO
In a humane way that does not permanently damage the animal, for example genetic modification that causes lifelong suffering
@8Z9QC9R3yrs3Y
Depends on the animals being used
@963G8FD3yrs3Y
@95QMMPQ3yrs3Y
Yes, including non aryan humans
@8ZZP3VV3yrs3Y
Yes, only if absolutely necessary and not for cosmetics.
@8TWW5BW4yrs4Y
Cosmetics = no medical devices = yes vaccines = yes drugs (only for medical use) = yes illegal drugs = no
@8TBQW964yrs4Y
Yes depending on the demand of of a cure/drug to be manufactured
@8SLMNDZ4yrs4Y
Only for medical products directly affecting life or significant quality of life and when no alternative method of testing is possible.
@8S236YG4yrs4Y
Yes, for vaccines, and medical devices but not on non-essential products like cosmetics.
@8R6FX2M4yrs4Y
Only if necessary, no shampoo in eyes tests etc
@9C8X9PQ2yrs2Y
Use convicted criminals that have committed severe crimes, murder, rape etc.
@9BJ5WTK2yrs2Y
Can be tested on human on human skin cells.
@9B9RSS42yrs2Y
Yes but not for cosmetics and only on less emotionally intelligent species
@97V7DD22yrs2Y
Yes, but only for certain occasions that benefit everyone and that do nit harm animasls
Until we find a other option , we have to
@8SMH64T4yrs4Y
no cruel tests no cosmetics
No. Use criminals instead (paedophiles, rapists and murderers) results would be more accurate.
@9NKZVVD10mos10MO
As much as I don't like the idea I feel it has to be done but I do know some human candidates that would do it!
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