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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Five Domains of Animal Welfare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The welfare of an animal can be measured through a structure of assessment, designed through science, known as The Five Domains. This means that employment opportunities arise within these five domains. These domains are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Diet and Nutrition \u2013 Assessing the animal\u2019s access to balanced, sufficient, varied, and clean food and water<\/li>
- Environment and living accommodation \u2013 assessing the comfort factors of an animal, like air, noise, odour, predictability, space, substrate, and temperature<\/li>
- Physical Health \u2013 assessing indicators of good health, such as the absence of disease, injury, impairment, coupled with a good level of fitness<\/li>
- Behaviour \u2013 assessing the provision of engaging, novel and varied environmental challenges through having access to sensory inputs activities like exploration, foraging, bonding, playing, retreating and others<\/li>
- Mental and emotional state \u2013 assessing how well the previous four functional domains present positive situations that should benefit the animal\u2019s mental state. Providing comfort, pleasure and vitality while reducing negative states, like boredom, fear, frustration, hunger, or pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhy is there a need for Animal Welfare?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dating back to centuries ago, people have kept and cared for animals for many purposes. Historically, nations have used the strength of larger animals to assist with practical tasks, like carrying and transporting objects or people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other animals have been farmed, for things other than just meat, such as materials and medicine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Animals unfortunately, have been used for entertainment purposes, and have been trained as performance animals. As well as wild or exotic animals being kept in cages as pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These issues, in some parts of the world, are ongoing, but more and more organisations are now putting pressure on governments to change the laws regarding the welfare of animals. The rise in technology has also reduced the need to use animals for activities. As well as given way to new inventions to stop the involvement of animals in the creation and testing of products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Modern-day Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As time has gone by, people have come to realise that we need to protect animals from harm and create alternative and ethical solutions for our human needs. This is mainly thanks to the animal welfare initiatives and animal rights campaigning. Whilst a lot of progress has been made, there is still quite a way to go to completely stop animal abuse and neglect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many modern-day issues concerning the welfare of animals which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Animal experimentation or testing<\/li>
- Donkey exploitation for transport<\/li>
- The fur trade in clothing<\/li>
- Animal Poaching<\/li>
- Capturing keeping, and trading of exotic pets<\/li>
- Animals use in circuses<\/li>
- Hunting<\/li>
- Inhumane Pest control<\/li>
- Misuse of domestic pets \u2013 such as over breeding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow you can work in Animal Welfare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If animal welfare is a passion of yours, there are many ways you can turn this passion into a career. Plenty of jobs in this field aim to ensure that animals live both comfortable and enjoyable lives. There are many of these careers that are accessible without a degree level qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some of the roles available to you are detailed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Animal Welfare Officer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
An Animal Welfare Officer\u2019s purpose is to enforce the Animal Welfare law, inspect animal premises and educate the public on ways to keep animals safe. They inspect commercial and residential properties, removing and recovering any animals that are identified as being at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If any animals that are discovered require medical treatment, they would make the necessary arrangements and seek advice from a Veterinary Professional. Then, they would go onto relocating the animal to a new and loving home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It would be the duty of an Animal Welfare Officer, to prepare evidence for animal welfare cases, should they end up in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your daily tasks may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Investigating cruelty and neglect complaints<\/li>
- Inspecting animals\u2019 establishments, such as pet shops and kennels<\/li>
- Advising members of the public on the care of animals<\/li>
- Inspecting events where animals are present, such as circuses and livestock shows<\/li>
- Rescuing trapped or injured animals and wildlife<\/li>
- Working with the police, local authorities and preparing evidence for courts<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Personal Skills <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is a role that is incredibly rewarding but is also psychologically and physically demanding. Some of the personal qualities you would need to be an animal welfare officer are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- A good level of physical fitness<\/li>
- Training and experience working with animals and understanding animal behaviour<\/li>
- Flexibility \u2013 you will be required to work fairly unsociable hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays<\/li>
- Interpersonal skills \u2013 you will be required to communicate with and relate to a variety of people. Experience in the successful management of some confrontational situations is essential<\/li>
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team<\/li>
- The ability to cope well with stressful and emotional situations<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
You can become an Animal Welfare Officer with an Ofqual accredited Level 3 Diploma. This qualification aims to train learners on how to inspect and license animal activity businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStudy Animal Welfare Online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The knowledge you would gain from a course relating to animal welfare can help you improve the welfare of animals in many roles. Especially as an animal welfare officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Animal Welfare Officer Level 3 Diploma<\/a><\/strong> teaches you the key challenges facing animal welfare, how to identify these and help animals at risk. As well as recognising and responding to harmful animal hoarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Upon completion, you will be qualified to work as an animal welfare officer. What\u2019s more, this qualification includes an optional practical training day at Worcester Animal Shelter. Where you will receive hands-on training and the opportunity to apply your learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This qualification includes up to 370 hours of online study, guided learning hours and optional practical training. Learners can also study the course at their own pace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stonebridge Associated Colleges<\/strong><\/a> is one of the UK\u2019s leading distance learning providers. With many online courses in animal welfare that can help you achieve your goal of working in an animal-related position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find out more about what animal welfare<\/strong><\/a> courses we offer, by clicking below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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