animalraising
Animalraising refers to the care, management, and breeding of animals for human purposes, including food production, work, companionship, and research. It covers daily husbandry, nutrition, housing, medical care, reproduction, and welfare assessment. Practices vary by species, production system, and cultural norms, but all aim to maintain animal health and productivity while minimizing suffering. In many contexts it is closely linked with agricultural industry, veterinary science, and animal welfare regulation.
Key elements include housing and environmental management, nutrition and feeding schedules, biosecurity, vaccination and medical care,
Welfare and ethics are central concerns in animalraising. Practices are guided by welfare frameworks and legal
Different contexts include livestock production (cattle, poultry, pigs, sheep), companion animal care, and research or working