Even though there are various legislations on the protection of animal welfare in Europe and in many countries in the world, there is no such existent international treaty. This book contributes to the reflection on the opportunity of making use of an international legal tool, that is binding and effective, which incorporates all the aspects of animal welfare. The author does not see any theoretical obstacles that could prevent the fulfilment of this project. In fact, from the comparative analysis of the current legislations, it emerges that there are two principles of universal relevance: (i) do not abuse and (ii) treat well, that could be translated into legal obligations through a global convention.Aunque hay varias leyes que protegen el bienestar de los animales en Europa y en muchos países del mundo, no existe un tratado internacional en este sentido. Este libro contribuye a la reflexión sobre la oportunidad de adoptar un instrumento jurídico internacional, vinculante y eficaz, que incorpore todos los aspectos del bienestar animal. La autora no ve obstáculos teóricos que impidan que esta operación se lleve a cabo. De hecho, a partir del análisis comparativo de las leyes en vigor, hay dos principios de alcance universal: (i) no abusar y (ii) tratar bien, que una convención global podría traducir en obligaciones legales.

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