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five freedoms of animal welfare
Freedom from hunger and thirst
: by ready access to fresh water and a diet to maintain full health and vigour.
Freedom from discomfort:
by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area.
Freedom from pain, injury or disease:
by prevention through rapid diagnosis and treatment.
Freedom to express normal behaviour:
by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animal’s own kind.
Freedom from fear and distress:
by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering.