Universities Federation for Animal Welfare Science in the Service of Animal Welfare

Determination of death – and the implications for Halal

Survey shows over 95% of UK Islamic scholars indicated that pre-slaughter stunning would be halal-compliant if it could be shown that the procedure did not result in instantaneous death. Find out more about a recent study here

Dog mortality

Study shows that “undesirable behaviour” is the highest cause of mortality in dogs in England that die under the age of three. Results highlight the importance of owner education regarding dog behaviour and what is natural behaviour for dogs to exhibit

UFAW updates advice relating to moles

Unfortunately, moles are often not killed immediately by traps set for them, and so UFAW has updated its advice. The control of animal populations is never pleasant and alternatives should always be considered before resorting to lethal methods

Why UFAW's work is important

Are we responsible for the welfare of wild animals? Public opinion varies as to whether, and to what degree, humans should be considered responsible for the welfare of wild animals.

Genetic welfare problems in companion animals

A comprehensive information resource for all concerned about pet welfare

UFAW’s international peer-reviewed journal

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Science in the Service of Animal Welfare

UFAW is an internationally recognised, independent, scientific and educational animal welfare charity concerned with improving knowledge and understanding of animals’ needs. It promotes high standards of welfare and practical, long-lasting solutions to welfare problems for farm, companion, laboratory, captive wild animals and those with which we interact in the wild.

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Animal Welfare Student Scholars

Congratulations to our Animal Welfare Student Scholars who presented their research to their peers at a meeting in Glasgow. Presentations covered a variety of topics from how drugs used to treat epilepsy in dogs impacted on their food motivation to investigating depression in horses.

Latest issue of Animal Welfare out now!

Have you ever wondered how underwater noise affects marine mammals? Or the role of the brain in the control of conscious perception and death? The latest issue of Animal Welfare is out now and throws light on these and other key topics.

Animal Welfare Across Borders meeting - Hong Kong

UFAW recently supported a two-day international conference in Hong Kong as part of its activities worldwide to promote animal welfare. Talks focussed on animal welfare issues experienced across the globe, from attitudes to pig welfare within the Chinese pig industry to differences in the regulations governing the use of animals in research around the world.