Title: Describe the responsibilities of the animal industry regarding animal care and welfare.
Course: Foundations of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (18001-I) > Section: Investigating Basic Scientific Skills and Principles in Animal Science

Description should include

- livestock vs. companion animals
- basic animal needs (e.g., water, feed, shelter, space, preventive care) and strategies to meet those needs
- misconceptions about animal production
- regulatory agencies for animals (e.g., Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service [APHIS])
- policies, regulations, and laws for selected industries.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is animal welfare?
- What are animal rights?
- Why should people employed in the animal production industry be concerned about animal rights and animal welfare?
- What are the basic needs for domestic animals?
- How have organizations like the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) influenced regulations in the animal industry?
- How does media influence public perception?