Species : Cats

Scientific review summarising the European regulations on the welfare of dogs and cats during transport, documenting the negative effects of transport, and suggesting how to mitigate the latter using a scientific evidence base.

Scientific review of types and uses of environmental enrichment for shelter cats to promote natural behaviours, reduce stress and improve welfare. Sensory, dietary, physical, and social enrichments are studied and evaluated to determine cats' preferences among enrichment stimuli.

Scientific review summarising current knowledge of the factors that may influence the sociality and sociability of domestic cats towards humans and other cats, focusing primarily on cats kept by humans in confined environments.

Réponse à une question portant sur l’urgence de prendre des mesures pour lutter contre l’abandon d’animaux de compagnie.

Expert report proposing that the State should concentrate on legal requirements and outlining a partnership project where all stakeholders would shape the canine and feline sectors' use of genetics, putting science at the heart of selection policies.

Dispositions relatives à la protection des animaux de compagnie

Order laying down the animal health and protection rules that must be met in activities involving companion animals from domestic species

Scientific paper showing that the behavioural responses of cats in shelters vary according to sex and time of day, and are affected by noise levels. It advises that noise levels in shelters should be lowered to reduce fear and physiological responses in cats.

Written answer to a question on the European Commission's position on the promotion of pet insurance

A good practice guide published by the French Ministry of Agriculture and Food, concentrating on the care of pets over the holiday period, how to look after them in hot weather, what arrangements to make when travelling with them, and what to do if you come across a stray dog or cat.