: Mention the growing global trend—seen in countries like France and Mexico—of recognizing pets legally as "sentient beings" rather than mere property. 2. The Five Domains of Animal Welfare

Use these established scientific standards as the framework for "good" pet care:

Animal Welfare - WOAH - World Organisation for Animal Health

: Differentiate between pet care (the day-to-day practical tasks like feeding and grooming) and animal welfare (the physical and mental state of an animal in relation to its environment).

From Companion to Sentient Being: The Evolution of Pet Care and Animal Welfare

The Pillars of Responsible Ownership: Integrating Daily Care with Welfare Standards

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