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[Ethical evaluation of veterinary research].

M B Visser1, H Verhoog

  • 1Instituut voor Theoretische Biologie van de Rijksuniversiteit Leiden.

Tijdschrift Voor Diergeneeskunde
|October 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This study examines ethical frameworks for veterinary research, proposing that recognizing the intrinsic value of animals is key to assessing the moral permissibility of experiments. It compares different ethical principles to guide veterinary actions.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Ethics
  • Animal Welfare Science
  • Bioethics

Context:

  • Experimental studies in veterinary research present unique ethical considerations due to direct animal benefit.
  • Traditional ethical evaluations often face criticism, necessitating a refined approach for veterinary contexts.
  • The paper critically analyzes existing moral positions relevant to animal experimentation.

Purpose:

  • To systematically analyze basic moral positions for assessing the ethical admissibility of veterinary actions.
  • To explore the intrinsic value of animals and establish rights for experimental animals.
  • To compare the 'moral right principle' with utilitarianism and 'the worst-off principle' for ethical evaluation.

Summary:

  • Differentiates between anthropocentric (human-interest focused) and biocentric (balanced human-animal interest) ethical frameworks.
  • Argues for granting specific rights to experimental animals based on their intrinsic value.
  • Proposes that defining animal moral status and evaluation standards enables ethical assessment of veterinary experiments.

Impact:

  • Provides a framework for ethically evaluating veterinary experiments and actions.
  • Contributes to the discourse on animal rights and welfare in scientific research.
  • Offers a justified personal choice of ethical principles for veterinary practice.

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