Coined by psychologist Richard Ryder, this is the assumption that human interests always trump animal interests simply because we are human. It is the reason we are horrified by eating a dog in some cultures but unbothered by eating a pig in others, despite pigs being arguably more intelligent.
The bridge between these two schools of thought is . Modern science has proven that many animals—not just mammals, but birds, cephalopods (like octopuses), and even some insects—possess the capacity to feel pain, joy, and boredom. Coined by psychologist Richard Ryder, this is the
Developed in the UK in 1965, these are the gold standard for assessing animal welfare. If you see an animal situation and wonder, "Is this okay?", run it through this checklist. Coined by psychologist Richard Ryder