Why are animals tested on?
Animal testing is experimentation carried out on animals to test the safety and effectiveness of everything from medication to cosmetics.
There are a number of animal welfare charities who campaign against animal testing. The biggest ones include PETA, IFAW and Four Paws.
They campaign for an end to animal testing by promoting more humane and modern testing methods, and by lobbying government to ensure that laws protect animals.
Animal welfare charities also raise awareness about animal testing by naming the companies that test on animals.
This helps consumers make an ethical choice when buying cosmetics or household products.
PETA celebrates companies that don’t test on animals and supports the use of certified logos to indicate cruelty-free products.
