Animal Welfare and Welfare Models

Animal Welfare Definition

An animal's overall physical and psychological health state.

Suitable Environment (Five Needs)

Providing an appropriate living space and shelter.

Suitable Diet (Five Needs)

Ensuring access to adequate food and fresh water.

Normal Behaviour Patterns (Five Needs)

Allowing the animal to exhibit species-typical behaviors.

Social Needs (Five Needs)

Housing the animal either with or apart from other animals based on species requirements.

Protection from Suffering (Five Needs)

Safeguarding the animal from pain, injury, disease, and suffering.

Five Freedoms Model

A historical input-based model originating from the 1965 Brambell Report.

Five Needs Model

A legislative framework used across industry establishments for welfare appraisals.

Five Domains Model

Evaluates four physical domains that collectively determine a fifth domain: Mental State.

Quality of Life (QoL) Model

Categorizes animal experience on a spectrum from a life not worth living to a good life.