Simple Summary Laboratory animals are fundamental in biomedical science and monitoring
their health and metabolic processes is essential to ensure their welfare and the quality of …

The involvement of animals for therapeutic purposes has very ancient roots. To date, it is
clear that animal-assisted interventions (AAIs), in addition to ensuring the replacement of …

Simple Summary The present study aimed to assess the infrared thermal response of
laboratory rats (Rattus norvegicus) during the application of six euthanasia methods …

Simple Summary Most research about Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) has focused on
the benefits on human health. In contrast, very little has been made on the impact of this …

The use of rabbits for therapy is becoming more popular. However, only a few studies have
been conducted into their welfare during these sessions. The question arises: How do these …

The increasing popularity of pigs has prompted farmers to increase pig production to meet
the growing demand. However, while the number of pigs is increasing, that of farm workers …

Materials and Methods: Sample animals were obtained from a local animal market and
transported to an animal facility. After 1 week of acclimatization, the health status of the …

Simple Summary At zoos, paying attention to animal welfare during interactive activities
between exhibited animals and visitors is becoming increasingly necessary. Many zoos in …

Guinea pigs or Cavia porcellus (Linnaeus, 1758) is small herbivorous rodent from South
America. Guinea pigs (GP) are commonly used as experimental animals, pets, food, and …

This chapter concerns the complexity of interspecies relationships in contemporary world.
These relationships are ever-changing, yet continuously prone to anthropocentric attitudes …