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| Title |
Author |
Citation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antimony: The Use, Rights, And Regulation Of Laboratory Animals | Brenda L. Thomas | 13 PEPP. L. REV. 3 |
This law review examines the nature of the arguments between animal rights advocates and those in favor of the continued use of laboratory animals for research; the parties and their positions will be identified. Consideration will be given to (1) a brief overview of the historical and philosophical basis of the animal rights movement, (2) an examination of whether animals and their particular advocates have standing to bring suit in the courts, (3) an examination of current federal and state regulations concerning laboratory animals and the effect of these laws upon recent court decisions, and (4) a discussion of proposed changes in the law and proposed alternatives to the use of laboratory animals. |
| The Golden Retriever Rule: Alaska's Identity Privilege for Animal Adoption Agencies and for Adoptive Animal Owners | John J. Tiemessen | 21 Alaska L. Rev. 77 |
In this Comment, the authors examine recent national and Alaskan developments regarding a limited testimonial privilege for animal adoption agencies and adoptive owners. Unlike most testimonial privileges, this new privilege e did not exist at common law and has only a limited foundation in statutes or rules of evidence. The authors conclude by noting the effect this privilege has on replevin and conversion cases involving lost animals that have been adopted by new owners. |
| Brief Summary of Laws Concerning Orcas in Captivity | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This summary discusses the laws that concern orcas (killer whales) housed in capivity. |
| Biological Summary of the Dolphin | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This paper gives a brief biological summary of the dolphin. The dolphin is a mammal and member of the Delphinidae family. |
| Biological Overview of Orcas | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This summary contains information on the biology of orcas (killer whales). The social structure of pods is discussed as well as the whale's diet. |
| Detailed Discussion of Laws Concerning Orcas in Captivity | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This discussion focuses on the use of orca whales in captivity and the laws and regulations that govern such use. It then analyzes the legal issues these facilities face as a consequence. Specifically, this article examines the application of regulations associated with the Animal Welfare Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, and the self-regulation of aquatic animal parks and zoos. It then concludes by examining some actual case studies involving captive whales. Finally, the future of orcas in captivity is discussed with both the pros and cons of housing these creatures. |
| Detailed Discussion of Dolphin Drive Hunts | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This article discusses the method of dolphin drive hunting, particularly in Japan, and the conventions and agreements that may potentially provide the best protection for dolphins from these hunts. It also discusses the welfare issues surrounding the hunting methods and the Japanese cultural interest in maintaining the hunts. |
| Overview of Laws Concerning Orcas in Captivity | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This overview discusses the laws concerning orcas in captivity. In particular, the application of both the MMPA and AWA are analyzed. |
| Behind a Glass, Darkly | Jennifer L. Tilden | 2 Journal of Animal Law 143 (2006) |
As wild populations of big cats continue to decline precipitously, concerns about the ethical and environmental considerations of keeping cats for entertainment have increased exponentially. The plight of the big cat has been brought forcibly into the international media spotlight following high profile incidents like the tiger attack on Roy Horn at Las Vegas’ Mirage Casino. However, for every big cat whose instinct makes the national news, many suffer in silence, sacrificed to entertain the masses. Often, this cruelty to animals is rationalized under the wide net of “education,” since many people still believe there is valuable information to be gained from viewing animals trapped behind bars. |
| Building our Future | Joyce Tischler | 15 Animal L. 7 (2008) |
As the introduction to Volume 15 of Animal Law, the author reflects on 30 years of progress in the animal law arena. |