Freedom from fear and distress

All pigs deserve to be happy and feel safe. Caring for your pig and learning to understand their needs will help you identify what you need to do to prevent your pig feeling worried, upset, frightened or distressed. By doing these things, you will be providing your pig Freedom from fear and distress.


Freedom from fear and distress - Pig

Did you know that there is a special law protecting animals?

This law is called the Animal Welfare Act. The Animal Welfare Act says that animals in your care must be provided with an environment and care that meets their five welfare needs. These welfare needs are five important conditions that need to be met for animals to be healthy and happy. These five welfare needs are called the Five Freedoms.

One of these Freedoms is: Freedom from fear and distress. In this section, you will learn about this freedom and how you can make sure your pig is receiving the love, understanding, and companionship they need to be free from fear and distress.

 

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