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focuses on preventing unnecessary suffering. It accepts that humans may use animals for food, research, work, or entertainment—but insists those animals must be treated humanely. Key principles include providing proper housing, nutrition, veterinary care, and minimizing pain and fear. The "Five Freedoms" (freedom from hunger, discomfort, pain, fear, and to express normal behavior) are a common welfare standard. Examples: banning battery cages for hens, requiring anesthesia during animal experiments, or mandating humane slaughter methods.

| Aspect | Animal Welfare | Animal Rights | |--------|----------------|----------------| | Core goal | Reduce suffering | End all use | | Accepts animal use? | Yes, if humane | No | | Focus | Conditions of care | Moral and legal status | | Example stance | Larger cages | No cages at all |