ANIMAL WELFARE ASSESSMENT

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--- HOUSING AND ENVIRONMENT ---
[ ] Stocking Density (Animals/m²)
[ ] Type of Flooring Material (Concrete, Wood Shavings, Straw, Grass, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] Describe Ventilation System
[ ] Adequacy of Shelter from Weather (Rain, Sun, Wind) (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Average Temperature (°C) Inside Housing
[ ] Describe Any Observed Stressors Related to Housing (e.g., noise, lighting)
[ ] Lighting Schedule (Natural vs. Artificial) (Primarily Natural, Primarily Artificial, Combination (Specify hours of each in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] Photographs of Housing Environment

--- NUTRITION AND HYDRATION ---
[ ] Average daily food consumption per animal (kg)
[ ] Water intake per animal per day (liters)
[ ] Food source(s) (Commercially produced feed, Pasture/Forage, Crop residue, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] If 'Other' was selected for food source, please specify:
[ ] Method of food delivery (Automated feeder, Manual feeding, Trough/Basin, Other (specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] If 'Other' was selected for method of food delivery, please specify:
[ ] Signs of malnutrition observed (check all that apply) (Weight loss, Muscle wasting, Rough coat, Lethargy, None observed)
[ ] Date of last feed/water source review

--- HEALTH AND VETERINARY CARE ---
[ ] Number of documented illnesses/injuries in the last 12 months
[ ] Vaccination schedule adherence (species-specific) (Fully Compliant, Partially Compliant, Not Compliant)
[ ] Date of last comprehensive veterinary inspection
[ ] Summary of any observed signs of illness or distress (e.g., lameness, respiratory distress, abnormal behavior)
[ ] Attach veterinary records (if available)
[ ] Procedure for dealing with injured or sick animals (Clearly defined protocol in place, Protocol partially defined, No defined protocol)
[ ] Number of deaths in the last 12 months (total)
[ ] Describe protocols for euthanasia (if applicable) and pain management.

--- BEHAVIOR AND SOCIAL NEEDS ---
[ ] Are opportunities provided for species-typical social interaction? (Yes, always, Yes, sometimes, No, Not Applicable (Solitary Species))
[ ] Describe any observed abnormal behaviors (e.g., stereotypies, aggression).
[ ] Estimate the proportion of animals exhibiting signs of boredom or frustration (0-100%).
[ ] How would you assess the level of environmental enrichment provided to encourage natural behaviors? (Excellent, Good, Adequate, Poor, Nonexistent)
[ ] Detail any opportunities for animals to explore and engage in foraging behaviors.
[ ] Are animals able to retreat from dominant individuals or disturbances? (Yes, easily, Yes, with some difficulty, No, Not Applicable)
[ ] Based on observations, how would you rate the overall opportunity for animals to express natural behaviors? (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)

--- HANDLING AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ---
[ ] Are animals handled gently and calmly? (Yes, No, Not Observed)
[ ] Average time spent handling an individual animal (minutes)
[ ] Methods used for restraint during procedures (check all that apply) (Manual restraint, Chemical restraint, Mechanical restraint (e.g., halters, chutes), Other (specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] If 'Other' restraint method selected, please specify:
[ ] Is training provided on animal handling techniques? (Yes, No, Unsure)
[ ] Date of last handling/restraint training for staff
[ ] Describe any observed stressful or painful handling practices.
[ ] Are animals allowed to move at their own pace? (Yes, No, Partially/Sometimes)

--- RECORD KEEPING AND TRACEABILITY ---
[ ] Date of Last Animal Health Check
[ ] Number of Animals Currently Housed
[ ] Summary of Recent Illnesses or Injuries (and corrective actions)
[ ] Vaccination Protocol Followed? (Yes, fully compliant, Yes, with minor deviations, No, Not Applicable)
[ ] Upload Vaccination Records
[ ] Date of Last Parasite Treatment
[ ] Description of Animal Source/Origin (e.g., farm name, breeder)
[ ] Batch/Group ID (if applicable)

--- EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ---
[ ] Number of staff trained in emergency procedures.
[ ] Potential emergency scenarios addressed in the plan (select all that apply) (Fire, Flood, Extreme Heat, Extreme Cold, Disease Outbreak, Power Outage, Natural Disaster (e.g., earthquake, tornado), Other (Specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] If 'Other' selected above, please specify the other emergency scenarios considered.
[ ] Date of last emergency preparedness plan review.
[ ] Summary of the evacuation plan for animals (including routes, holding areas, etc.).
[ ] Emergency contact list (including veterinarians, local authorities).
[ ] Is there a designated backup power source? (Yes, No, Partial (Specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] If 'Partial' selected above, describe the backup power capabilities.
[ ] Location of emergency supplies (food, water, medication).

--- STAFF TRAINING AND COMPETENCE ---
[ ] What animal handling training has staff received (select all that apply)? (Low Stress Handling, Animal First Aid, Species-Specific Behavior, Disease Recognition, Medication Administration, Emergency Response)
[ ] How many hours of animal welfare training has each staff member received in the last 12 months?
[ ] Date of last refresher training for animal handling
[ ] What is the primary method used to document staff training? (Paper Records, Digital Database, Training Certificates, Other (please specify))
[ ] If 'Other' selected above, please explain the method of training documentation.
[ ] Upload training records for review (e.g., certificates, training manuals).
[ ] Is there a designated animal welfare champion or coordinator? (Yes, No)
[ ] If yes, what are the duties and responsibilities of the animal welfare champion/coordinator?

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