<p>Choice and control have become commonplace in descriptions of best practices in modern animal care. Empirical work on applied animal behavior has suggested that providing elements of choice and control can have positive effects on animal behavior and physiology. Although the applied research has shown positive outcomes, the terminology used to describe choice and control is rarely differentiated. Control is said to be exerted through choice and choice is often described and manipulated in terms of a binary: “choice” vs. “no choice.” However, knowledge from the experimental analysis of behavior indicates nuances within choice, suggesting that not all kinds of choices are created equal, and while control may be exerted through choice, these terms are not synonymous. Agreeing upon shared definitions of choice and control and highlighting the findings from the experimental literature can aid in an informed and guided approach to better understanding how choice and control can be utilized in applied animal behavior, as well as guide future research.</p>