Zoo Animal Welfare Flashcards
What are ethics
Moral principles that govern a persons behaviour or the conducting of an activity
What are animal rights
- right to life
- right to freedom
- animals should not be owned or used for human gain
What is animal welfare
Animal welfare refers to the physical and psychological well-being of animals, as well as their ability to live in an environment that is natural and appropriate for their species.
Does welfare apply to every taxa in a zoo
Yes
Why do welfare assessment matter
Ethical / moral responsibility
Sentience
Animals have economic value
Legislation
Prioritisation of limited resources
Methods of welfare assessment in UK zoos
Zoo license inspections
BIAZA accreditation
Vet officer inspections
Research projects
Welfare audits
Public
What is the legislations and guidance for zoos
WAZA welfare strategy
BIAZA welfare policy
DEFRA Zoos expert comittee
What was Brambells five freedoms (1965)
Freedom from:
Hunger and thirst
Discomfort
Pain
Injury
Disease
Fear and distress
To express normal behaviour
SSSMZP Five Provisions
Provision of
Food and water
Suitable environment
Healthcare
Opportunity to express normal behaviour
Protection from fear and distress
Mellors five Domains
A method to facilitate assessment of animal welfare by looking at the domains of:
Nutrition
Environment
Health
Behaviour
Mental state
What are the 2 types of welfare indicators
Animal based indicators
Resource based indicators
What are animal based indicators
Measured from the animal
Outputs
Behaviour, health status
What are resource based indicators
Measured from environment, management
Inputs
Enclosures, diet, plan and processes
What are example of physiological measures
Weight and body condition
Fur, feathers, skin
Nails, claws, hooves
Food intake
Faecal samples
Blood samples
Radiographs
What are example of behavioural measures
Activity budget
Enclosure usage
Social structure
Resource usage
Mobility
Enrichment
Training and learning
Response to stimuli
