Animal Welfare Assessment
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| Label | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
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| Housing and Environment (STEP) | ||
| Stocking Density (Animals/m²) (NUMBER) | ||
| Type of Flooring Material (SELECTION options: Concrete, Wood Shavings, Straw, Grass, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| Describe Ventilation System (TEXT) | ||
| Adequacy of Shelter from Weather (Rain, Sun, Wind) (SELECTION options: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor) | ||
| Average Temperature (°C) Inside Housing (NUMBER) | ||
| Describe Any Observed Stressors Related to Housing (e.g., noise, lighting) (TEXT) | ||
| Lighting Schedule (Natural vs. Artificial) (SELECTION options: Primarily Natural, Primarily Artificial, Combination (Specify hours of each in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| Photographs of Housing Environment (UPLOAD) | ||
| Nutrition and Hydration (STEP) | ||
| Average daily food consumption per animal (kg) (NUMBER) | ||
| Water intake per animal per day (liters) (NUMBER) | ||
| Food source(s) (SELECTION options: Commercially produced feed, Pasture/Forage, Crop residue, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| If 'Other' was selected for food source, please specify: (TEXT) | ||
| Method of food delivery (SELECTION options: Automated feeder, Manual feeding, Trough/Basin, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| If 'Other' was selected for method of food delivery, please specify: (TEXT) | ||
| Signs of malnutrition observed (check all that apply) (SELECTION options: Weight loss, Muscle wasting, Rough coat, Lethargy, None observed) | ||
| Date of last feed/water source review (DATE) | ||
| Health and Veterinary Care (STEP) | ||
| Number of documented illnesses/injuries in the last 12 months (NUMBER) | ||
| Vaccination schedule adherence (species-specific) (SELECTION options: Fully Compliant, Partially Compliant, Not Compliant) | ||
| Date of last comprehensive veterinary inspection (DATE) | ||
| Summary of any observed signs of illness or distress (e.g., lameness, respiratory distress, abnormal behavior) (TEXT) | ||
| Attach veterinary records (if available) (UPLOAD) | ||
| Procedure for dealing with injured or sick animals (SELECTION options: Clearly defined protocol in place, Protocol partially defined, No defined protocol) | ||
| Number of deaths in the last 12 months (total) (NUMBER) | ||
| Describe protocols for euthanasia (if applicable) and pain management. (TEXT) | ||
| Behavior and Social Needs (STEP) | ||
| Are opportunities provided for species-typical social interaction? (SELECTION options: Yes, always, Yes, sometimes, No, Not Applicable (Solitary Species)) | ||
| Describe any observed abnormal behaviors (e.g., stereotypies, aggression). (TEXT) | ||
| Estimate the proportion of animals exhibiting signs of boredom or frustration (0-100%). (NUMBER) | ||
| How would you assess the level of environmental enrichment provided to encourage natural behaviors? (SELECTION options: Excellent, Good, Adequate, Poor, Nonexistent) | ||
| Detail any opportunities for animals to explore and engage in foraging behaviors. (TEXT) | ||
| Are animals able to retreat from dominant individuals or disturbances? (SELECTION options: Yes, easily, Yes, with some difficulty, No, Not Applicable) | ||
| Based on observations, how would you rate the overall opportunity for animals to express natural behaviors? (SELECTION options: Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor) | ||
| Handling and Management Practices (STEP) | ||
| Are animals handled gently and calmly? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Not Observed) | ||
| Average time spent handling an individual animal (minutes) (NUMBER) | ||
| Methods used for restraint during procedures (check all that apply) (SELECTION options: Manual restraint, Chemical restraint, Mechanical restraint (e.g., halters, chutes), Other (specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| If 'Other' restraint method selected, please specify: (TEXT) | ||
| Is training provided on animal handling techniques? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Unsure) | ||
| Date of last handling/restraint training for staff (DATE) | ||
| Describe any observed stressful or painful handling practices. (TEXT) | ||
| Are animals allowed to move at their own pace? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Partially/Sometimes) | ||
| Record Keeping and Traceability (STEP) | ||
| Date of Last Animal Health Check (DATE) | ||
| Number of Animals Currently Housed (NUMBER) | ||
| Summary of Recent Illnesses or Injuries (and corrective actions) (TEXT) | ||
| Vaccination Protocol Followed? (SELECTION options: Yes, fully compliant, Yes, with minor deviations, No, Not Applicable) | ||
| Upload Vaccination Records (UPLOAD) | ||
| Date of Last Parasite Treatment (DATE) | ||
| Description of Animal Source/Origin (e.g., farm name, breeder) (TEXT) | ||
| Batch/Group ID (if applicable) (NUMBER) | ||
| Emergency Preparedness (STEP) | ||
| Number of staff trained in emergency procedures. (NUMBER) | ||
| Potential emergency scenarios addressed in the plan (select all that apply) (SELECTION options: Fire, Flood, Extreme Heat, Extreme Cold, Disease Outbreak, Power Outage, Natural Disaster (e.g., earthquake, tornado), Other (Specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| If 'Other' selected above, please specify the other emergency scenarios considered. (TEXT) | ||
| Date of last emergency preparedness plan review. (DATE) | ||
| Summary of the evacuation plan for animals (including routes, holding areas, etc.). (TEXT) | ||
| Emergency contact list (including veterinarians, local authorities). (UPLOAD) | ||
| Is there a designated backup power source? (SELECTION options: Yes, No, Partial (Specify in LONG_TEXT)) | ||
| If 'Partial' selected above, describe the backup power capabilities. (TEXT) | ||
| Location of emergency supplies (food, water, medication). (LOCATION) | ||
| Staff Training and Competence (STEP) | ||
| What animal handling training has staff received (select all that apply)? (SELECTION options: Low Stress Handling, Animal First Aid, Species-Specific Behavior, Disease Recognition, Medication Administration, Emergency Response) | ||
| How many hours of animal welfare training has each staff member received in the last 12 months? (NUMBER) | ||
| Date of last refresher training for animal handling (DATE) | ||
| What is the primary method used to document staff training? (SELECTION options: Paper Records, Digital Database, Training Certificates, Other (please specify)) | ||
| If 'Other' selected above, please explain the method of training documentation. (TEXT) | ||
| Upload training records for review (e.g., certificates, training manuals). (UPLOAD) | ||
| Is there a designated animal welfare champion or coordinator? (SELECTION options: Yes, No) | ||
| If yes, what are the duties and responsibilities of the animal welfare champion/coordinator? (TEXT) | ||
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