European Animal Welfare Standards

European Animal Welfare Standards set legal and ethical guidelines to ensure animals are treated humanely and their needs are met. These standards cover proper shelter, adequate space, nutrition, health care, and behavioral enrichment, preventing unnecessary suffering. They aim to promote responsible farming, research, and companion animal care by balancing animal well-being with societal and economic considerations. Compliance is monitored through regulations and inspections across EU countries, reflecting a commitment to ethical treatment and sustainable practices that respect animals’ intrinsic value.