ANIMAL WELFARE

ANSCI 245

Course Description

Explores animal welfare topics from the animal's perspective. Analyzes contemporary welfare issues and policies based on our scientific understanding of the experiences of animals. Emphasizes farmed animals, but also draws on examples from zoo, lab, and companion animals.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Not Applicable

Grade Point Average

3.48

3.5% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

1.01% from Historical

A Rate

35.37%

-1.27% from Historical

Class Size

63.18% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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Sarah ADCOCK

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