{"product_id":"zoo-ethics-by-jenny-gray-9781486306985","title":"Zoo Ethics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've visited a zoo and come face-to-face with a magnificent creature, such as a tiger, elephant, or gorilla, you may have paused to wonder if the animals are happy or felt guilty that the joy of your visit comes at a cost. Modern, well-run zoos and aquariums do important research and conservation work and teach visitors about the challenges of animals in the wild and the people striving to save them. They help visitors to consider their impact and think about how they can make a difference. Yet the question remains: can modern zoos be ethically justified?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZoo Ethics\u003c\/em\u003e examines the workings of modern zoos and considers the core ethical challenges that face those who choose to hold and display animals in zoos, aquariums, or sanctuaries. Using recognised ethical frameworks and case studies of 'wicked problems', this book explores the value of animal life and the impacts of modern zoos, including the costs to animals in terms of animal welfare and the loss of liberty. It also considers the positive welfare and health outcomes of many animals held in zoos, the increased attention and protection for their species in the wild, and the enjoyment and education of the people who visit zoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtfully researched work written in a highly readable style, \u003cem\u003eZoo Ethics\u003c\/em\u003e will empower zoo and aquarium professionals and students of animal ethics and veterinary sciences to have an informed view of the challenges of compassionate conservation and to develop their own defendable, ethical position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855505150188,"sku":"9781486306985","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/43cd5fe369f20f0aa76d2b1d83dcbd85.jpg?v=1759277294","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/zoo-ethics-by-jenny-gray-9781486306985","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}