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LS 348Animal Law

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
Legal Studies

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 3 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Through examination of issues such as anti-cruelty legislation, animal rights movements, pet bans, and the recent popularization of animal therapy, this course provides students with a critical understanding of the history and current state of animal law in Canada. Students will define and use foundational concepts in this area of law and use reflexive socio-legal reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of current principles of animal law. Assessments activities such as written essays, case briefs, and research presentations will help students broaden their knowledge of law and to recognize the limitations of law to address issues in animal-human relationships.

Prerequisites

  • Must have completed the following:
    • LS101 - Introduction to Legal Studies (0.50)

Antirequisites

  • Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in:

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 001406952 / 50MW 10:00–11:20

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From 4 ratings and 2 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.

  • Really interesting and informative class! Dr. Leroux is as always a great prof who always makes the content understandable and is very fair in her assessments. Assessments included 2 multiple choice tests in class and an option of a similar exam or a pathfinder paper/assignment.

    Jan 2026 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

  • This course was awesome! I was so excited to see that UW was offering animal law this year, and I was NOT disappointed by any means! The course discusses a wide range of topics, from animals in the military and cybernetic animal enhancements to breed-specific legislation like Pitbull bans in Ontario.
    The course consisted of 2 non-cumulative "midterm" tests, the first worth 20%, and the second worth 25%. There were also in-class assignments weekly, but as long as you do the readings and show up, you'll get 100% on them. These weekly "critical reflection papers" were worth 1% each, making up 10% of the final grade. Lastly, our class had an option to pick between a final exam or a final…

    Dec 2025 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this

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