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[[File:Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations.pdf|alt=Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations|thumb|Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations]] | [[File:Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations.pdf|alt=Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations|thumb|Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations PDF]] | ||
The '''Animal Welfare Act''' (AWA) is a federal law that sets general standards for humane care and treatment of certain animals used for research, exhibition, or as pets. It also regulates the transportation of animals in commerce. The law is enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). | The '''Animal Welfare Act''' (AWA) is a federal law that sets general standards for humane care and treatment of certain animals used for research, exhibition, or as pets. It also regulates the transportation of animals in commerce. The law is enforced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). | ||