Natural Calf Rearing Could Be a Simple Solution to Improving the Welfare of Dairy Cows

Q2 Social Sciences

Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy Pub Date : 2020-07-02 DOI:10.1080/13880292.2020.1852670

Alex Albright

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Abstract There has been growing concern for the welfare of food animals. The dairy industry recently received criticism for cruel treatment of dairy cows. Animal welfare advocates suggest that allowing cows to rear calves naturally can improve the well-being of these animals. This article first explores the science concerning the effect of separation on cow and offspring, and how that affects the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of cows. This examination compares the emotional and mental states of cows and dogs to highlight their similarities. This analysis also looks at the current practices in the industry and the economics behind them. Second, the article investigates the current US federal and state laws, as well as international laws, regarding animal welfare, animal cruelty, and the separation of mother and offspring for certain nonhuman animals. It compares the protections afforded to companion animals and food animals. Finally, suggestions are presented for the future and advocates for more equal treatment of food animals (such as cows) and companion animals (such as dogs).

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自然饲养小牛可能是提高奶牛福利的一个简单解决方案

摘要食用动物的福利问题越来越受到人们的关注。乳制品行业最近因残忍对待奶牛而受到批评。动物福利倡导者认为，允许奶牛自然饲养小牛可以改善这些动物的健康状况。这篇文章首先探讨了分离对奶牛和后代的影响，以及它如何影响奶牛的身体、精神和情感健康。这个测试比较了牛和狗的情绪和精神状态，以突出它们的相似之处。该分析还着眼于该行业的当前实践及其背后的经济学。其次，本文调查了现行的美国联邦和州法律，以及国际法，关于动物福利，动物虐待，以及某些非人类动物的母亲和后代分离。它比较了对伴侣动物和食用动物的保护。最后，对未来提出了建议，并主张更平等地对待食用动物(如牛)和伴侣动物(如狗)。

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Journal of International Wildlife Law and Policy Social Sciences-Law

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