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ANS 420: Ethical Issues in Animal Agriculture

Web Resources

USDA Animal Welfare Information Center
A service of the National Agricultural Library that provides information on improved methods of animal experimentation, including methods which could reduce or replace animal use and minimize pain and distress to animals.
APHIS Animal Welfare
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the USDA provides leadership for determining standards of humane care and treatment of animals.
Guide for the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Research and Teaching
The Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) publishes this guide which is used as a primary reference document for meeting the needs and requirements of agricultural animals utilized in research and teaching.
AVMA Hot Issues
Timely issues and responses by the American Veterinary Medical Association

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