Animal law is shaped by competing philosophical perspectives on how society should treat animals. Explore how animal welfare and animal rights philosophies shape legal reform, policy debates, and the future of animal law.

Social media can expose animal cruelty or help fuel it. From viral “rescue” videos to wildlife tourism and animal influencers, digital platforms are reshaping how animals are perceived and treated. This post explores how online content can both harm and protect animals, and what advocates can do to drive meaningful, lasting change.

Tens of millions of animals are used in U.S. research each year, yet the laws governing their treatment are complex and often misunderstood. This post examines the Animal Welfare Act and Health Research Extension Act, the ethical debates surrounding animal testing, and the growing movement toward alternatives.

The Center for Animal Law Studies at Lewis & Clark Law School equips students to address the intersection of animal welfare and climate change through courses in farmed animal protection, wildlife law, and disaster rescue, preparing advocates to combat environmental harm and protect animals.

Animal law is evolving rapidly with trends like legislative advances and food system reform. Lewis & Clark’s online Animal Law programs equip students to become leaders in this growing field.

Animals have always featured prominently in the vast landscape of media. Animal mascots are used in advertisements, animal lives are put on display in nature documentaries, animal actors feature in television shows and films, and