Keyword: Population management

EU POSITIVE LIST - A proposal to regulate the trade in animals destined for life as a pet

Eurogroup for Animals

Published in 2023

A white paper that presents a framework that is feasible in legal terms for a positive list of exotic animal species that could be  legally traded and/or kept as pets. This list takes into account animal welfare, public health, and biodiversity conservation.

Document Types: Scientific review

Animal categories:Wildlife

Keywords:Societal issues, Animal population management, Living environment, Human-animal relationships

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Rethinking EU Aquaculture for people, planet and animals

CIWF

Published in 2023

CIWF report promoting greater consideration of farmed fish welfare and sustainable production of aquatic species at the bottom of the food chain in extensive systems to ensure the sustainability of European aquaculture.

Document Types: Opinions

Animal categories:Molluscs, Fish

Keywords:Biodiversity, Environment, Population management, Living environment, Human-animal relationships, Resilience

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Assessing welfare risks in unowned unsocialised domestic cats in Denmark based on associations with low body condition score

Søren Saxmose Nielsen, Ida Sofie Thuesen, Helena Mejer, Jørgen Steen Agerholm, Stine Thorsø Nielsen, Pikka Jokelainen, Stig Milan Thamsborg, Peter Sandøe

Published in 2023

Scientific paper showing that there is a co-occurrence of a low body condition score (BCS) and health factors in unsocialized, ownerless domestic cats in Denmark. These factors include the presence of skin and ear ectoparasites, gastrointestinal disorders, dental lesions, and a positive FIV test. The authors conclude that a low CCN may indicate more than the stage of emaciation,also indicating less visible welfare impairments.

Document Types: Scientific paper

Animal categories: Felines

Keywords:Abandonment, Animal adaptation to the environment, Adoption, Societal issues, Population management

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