THE World Animal Protection has called for a mindset change in terms of how people perceive animals. World Animal Protection Research Manager Dr Patrick Muinde says his organisation envisions a world where respect for animals and nature sits at the heart of food production systems. In an interview, Wednesday, Dr Muinde said taking care of animals, especially in farming, ensures healthy, good-quality products that pose no risk to one’s health. “The moment you are not able to make an animal comfortable, it will not produce optimally. The moment you are not able to take care of animals in the farm, it will be sick. Maybe most of the time it will be required to be treated, so in a way...

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