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

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

11 February – a milestone in animal welfare

Dr William Russell’s paper entitled A research on the history and progress of humane experimental techniques was presented on this day at the UFAW Annual General Meeting in 1955. It contained the essence of the principles that were to become known as the Three Rs – Replacement, Reduction and Refinement

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

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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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Supporting animal welfare in Israel

The UFAW SAWI Fund is dedicated to improving the welfare of animals in Israel and was established in 2003 when the Society for Animal Welfare in Israel was brought under UFAW’s wing in line with the wishes of SAWI’s founder, the late Miss Marguerite Silverman.

International Symposium on ovine footrot

An important element of UFAW’s work is ensuring knowledge about the latest developments in animal welfare is disseminated. We recently supported a symposium on foot rot in sheep, the most common cause of lameness in sheep which is present in 90% of UK flocks.

UFAW/Wiley Blackwell Animal Welfare series milestone

It’s been 20 years since UFAW entered into an agreement with Wiley Blackwell to commission a book series on a wide range of animal welfare issues and animal welfare science.