WSAVA animal welfare guidelines for veterinary practitioners and veterinary teams

Abstract

To realise the veterinary profession’s commitment to the highest animal welfare standards, WSAVA calls on member organisations and companion animal veterinarians to: 1. develop an animal welfare charter that reflects their commitment to animal welfare. 2. seek to continuously improve animal welfare understanding and so promote positive welfare states for all companion animals in all veterinary interactions. 3. promote knowledge and understanding of animal welfare and its management within the wider community of pet owners. 4. cater to both physical and behavioural needs of animals when providing for their care in veterinary clinics. Background