At Canine Culture East, we are guided by high standards and principles of care. We want to share Britain’s Code of Practice passed in 2006. In this Code you will find guiding principles for the welfare of dogs (and other pets) that we adhere to rigidly. Please feel free to share this resource with friends and family – Please credit Britain’s Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs.
We are committed to the five (5) Freedoms outlined in Britain’s Animal Welfare Act (2006)
- Freedom from Hunger and Thirst
- Freedom from Discomfort
- Freedom from Pain, Injury, and Disease
- Freedom to Express Normal Behavior
- Freedom from Fear and Distress
We are committed to the five (5) Welfare Needs outlined in Britain’s Animal Welfare Act (2006)
- Health – Protection from pain, injury, suffering and disease and treated if they become ill or injured.
- Behaviour – Ability to behave naturally for their species eg. Play, run, dig, jump, fly etc.
- Companionship – Housing, or apart from, other animals as appropriate for the species. i.e. company of their own kind for sociable species like rabbits or guinea pigs, or to be housed alone for solitary species like hamsters.
- Diet – A suitable diet. This can include feeding appropriately for the pet’s life stage and feeding a suitable amount to prevent obesity or malnourishment, as well as access to fresh clean water.
- Environment – A suitable environment. This should include the right type of home with a comfortable place to rest and hide as well as space to exercise and explore.
