Caring for Animals

Question 1

What is animal welfare?

Answer 1

The general health, safety and happiness of animals.

Question 2

What are the 5 freedoms that animals should have?

Answer 2

Freedom from hunger, thirst and malnutrition
Freedom from fear and distress
Freedom from physical discomfort
Freedom from pain, injury and disease
Freedom to express normal patterns of behaviour

Question 3

Why are national parks important in SOuth Africa?

Answer 3

Protect and conserve natural life in the wild.

Attract tourists to South Africa.

Question 4

What does SPCA stand for?

Answer 4

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Question 5

What does the SPCA and CLAW do?

Answer 5

They provide veterinary services to for cats and dogs. They are places of safety for animals.

Question 6

What does CLAW mean?

Answer 6

Community Led Animal Welfare.

Question 7

What would you do if someone was abusing or mistreating an animal?

Answer 7

Call the police or contact your local SPCA or CLAW.