Introduction & Healthy Animals (1)

Question 1

What constitutes a healthy animal?

Answer 1

• normal physical exam
• normal behavior
• immune function
• adequate nutrition
• good husbandry

Question 2

What are the 5 freedoms of animal welfare?

Answer 2

1. freedom from hunger and thirst
2. freedom from discomfort
3. freedom from pain, injury, or disease
4. freedom to express normal behavior
5. freedom from fear or distress

Question 3

What is our greatest tool for assessing health in animals?

Answer 3

the physical exam