Animal Welfare Assessment Checklist
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Housing and Environment
Assessment of the physical environment where animals are kept, including space, shelter, ventilation, and cleanliness.
Stocking Density (Animals/m²)
Type of Flooring Material
Describe Ventilation System
Adequacy of Shelter from Weather (Rain, Sun, Wind)
Average Temperature (°C) Inside Housing
Describe Any Observed Stressors Related to Housing (e.g., noise, lighting)
Lighting Schedule (Natural vs. Artificial)
Photographs of Housing Environment
Nutrition and Hydration
Evaluation of the adequacy and accessibility of food and water sources for the animals.
Average daily food consumption per animal (kg)
Water intake per animal per day (liters)
Food source(s)
If 'Other' was selected for food source, please specify:
Method of food delivery
If 'Other' was selected for method of food delivery, please specify:
Signs of malnutrition observed (check all that apply)
Date of last feed/water source review
Health and Veterinary Care
Review of preventative health measures, disease management, injury prevention, and access to veterinary care.
Number of documented illnesses/injuries in the last 12 months
Vaccination schedule adherence (species-specific)
Date of last comprehensive veterinary inspection
Summary of any observed signs of illness or distress (e.g., lameness, respiratory distress, abnormal behavior)
Attach veterinary records (if available)
Procedure for dealing with injured or sick animals
Number of deaths in the last 12 months (total)
Describe protocols for euthanasia (if applicable) and pain management.
Behavior and Social Needs
Observation of animal behaviors and assessment of opportunities to express natural behaviors and interact socially (where appropriate).
Are opportunities provided for species-typical social interaction?
Describe any observed abnormal behaviors (e.g., stereotypies, aggression).
Estimate the proportion of animals exhibiting signs of boredom or frustration (0-100%).
How would you assess the level of environmental enrichment provided to encourage natural behaviors?
Detail any opportunities for animals to explore and engage in foraging behaviors.
Are animals able to retreat from dominant individuals or disturbances?
Based on observations, how would you rate the overall opportunity for animals to express natural behaviors?
Handling and Management Practices
Examination of how animals are handled, moved, and managed by staff and others, focusing on minimizing stress and injury.
Are animals handled gently and calmly?
Average time spent handling an individual animal (minutes)
Methods used for restraint during procedures (check all that apply)
If 'Other' restraint method selected, please specify:
Is training provided on animal handling techniques?
Date of last handling/restraint training for staff
Describe any observed stressful or painful handling practices.
Are animals allowed to move at their own pace?
Record Keeping and Traceability
Review of records related to animal health, welfare, and management practices.
Date of Last Animal Health Check
Number of Animals Currently Housed
Summary of Recent Illnesses or Injuries (and corrective actions)
Vaccination Protocol Followed?
Upload Vaccination Records
Date of Last Parasite Treatment
Description of Animal Source/Origin (e.g., farm name, breeder)
Batch/Group ID (if applicable)
Emergency Preparedness
Assessment of plans and procedures for dealing with emergencies that could impact animal welfare (e.g., extreme weather, disease outbreaks).
Number of staff trained in emergency procedures.
Potential emergency scenarios addressed in the plan (select all that apply)
If 'Other' selected above, please specify the other emergency scenarios considered.
Date of last emergency preparedness plan review.
Summary of the evacuation plan for animals (including routes, holding areas, etc.).
Emergency contact list (including veterinarians, local authorities).
Is there a designated backup power source?
If 'Partial' selected above, describe the backup power capabilities.
Location of emergency supplies (food, water, medication).
Staff Training and Competence
Evaluation of the training and skills of personnel involved in animal care and management.
What animal handling training has staff received (select all that apply)?
How many hours of animal welfare training has each staff member received in the last 12 months?
Date of last refresher training for animal handling
What is the primary method used to document staff training?
If 'Other' selected above, please explain the method of training documentation.
Upload training records for review (e.g., certificates, training manuals).
Is there a designated animal welfare champion or coordinator?
If yes, what are the duties and responsibilities of the animal welfare champion/coordinator?
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