| The Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare |
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| Written by Administrator | |
| Wednesday, 13 February 2008 | |
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1. FREEDOM FROM HUNGER AND THIRST - by ready access to fresh water and a diet to maintain full health and vigour; 2. FREEDOM FROM DISCOMFORT - by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area; 3. FREEDOM FROM PAIN, INJURY OR DISEASE - by prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment; 4. FREEDOM TO EXPRESS NORMAL BEHAVIOUR - by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animals’ own kind; 5. FREEDOM FROM FEAR AND DISTRESS - by ensuring conditions and treatment to avoid mental suffering. In acknowledging these freedoms, those who have care of livestock should practise: - caring and responsible planning and management; |
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