Animal welfare (well-being), the veterinary profession and Veterinary Services.
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چکیده
Definitions of terms associated with animal welfare are followed by an account of the development of specific legislation in various countries, and a discussion of the roles of the veterinary profession, animal welfare societies and the animal rights movement.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Revue scientifique et technique
دوره 13 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1994