The document summarizes the abolitionist theory of animal rights, which advocates ending the use and ownership of animals. It argues that animals have basic rights as sentient beings not to be treated as property. Welfare reforms do not truly protect animal interests because they do not change the property status that allows exploitation. Only by abolishing animal use through veganism can their rights be respected. The theory draws parallels with past movements like abolitionism that sought to end oppression by recognizing the basic rights of the oppressed.

1. Abolitionist Theory of Animal Rights Get Active for Animals Workshop 8 February 2009

3. The concept of rights for animals is simple. The most basic right of a sentient being, whether they are human or any other animal, is the right to not be someone else's property.